Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
American
Robert Remer’s unique, biophilic approach to design incorporates organic forms into modern garden furniture, ornaments and sculptures, inspired by the evolving relationship between nature and civilization.
In 1992, Remer graduated from Yale University with a bachelor’s degree in architecture. While at Yale, he studied sculpture under American sculptor and installation artist Alice Aycock, known for her important contributions to the land art movement of the 1970s.
In 1994, Remer began his studio practice before founding the Opiary design and production studio in 2010 in Brooklyn, New York. At Opiary, Remer focuses on integrating natural elements into every design, from his concrete Echelon planter and modern, minimalist Ukiyo Saucer fountain to his distinctive Caldera coffee table.
Remer’s collection of hand-sculpted, nature-inspired furniture also includes the concrete Hoodoo standing lamp and the classic, yet contemporary, Queen Anne dining table. The innovative Eero center table features a tempered glass table top and open area to grow ornamental plants, flowers, or cooking herbs, or to house artificial plants.
Remer’s designs at Opiary have garnered critical acclaim at several exhibitions and art fairs. In 2019, Opiary won Best in Show at the New York Metro Architectural Digest Show Awards and Best Exhibition Booth at Boutique Design New York. The organic Drillium club chair was named Best Piece of Furniture by the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA) at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in 2021.
Opiary has been featured in numerous prestigious publications, including Forbes, Interior Design, Architectural Digest, House Beautiful and Vogue.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of Robert Remer building and garden elements, decorative objects, tables and more.
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Creator: Robert Remer
Hoodoo Stacks, Sculptural Concrete Planters by OPIARY (H50"-78")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
These modern, elongated towers are an organic, elegant, and chic way to introduce nature and sculpture into your space. They are named after the geological term for tall thin rock spires protruding from the bottom of an arid drainage basin or badland. Unlike spires, hoodoos have a variable thickness often described as having a "totem pole-shaped body". Hoodoos are common to the Great Plains...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Echelon Planter by OPIARY (D44", H48")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Echelon is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Barchan Planter by OPIARY (L42", W28", H10")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Barchan is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Ukiyo Saucer, Concrete Hanging Planter by OPIARY (D11.5", H5.25")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
Ukiyo saucers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Ukiyo Saucer, Concrete Planter by OPIARY (D26.25", H8.75")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
Ukiyo saucers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Hoodoo Stacks, Sculptural Concrete Planters by OPIARY (H28"-52")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
These modern, elongated towers are an organic, elegant, and chic way to introduce nature and sculpture into your space. They are named after the geological term for tall thin rock spires protruding from the bottom of an arid drainage basin or badland. Unlike spires, hoodoos have a variable thickness often described as having a "totem pole-shaped body". Hoodoos are common to the Great Plains...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Concrete Echelon Planter by OPIARY (D24", H24")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Echelon is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Opiary Concrete "Echelon" Planter
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature. Measures: (Large : Diameter 32", height 34")
This lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Echelon is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Echelon Planter by OPIARY (D20", H18")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Echelon is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Echelon Planter by Opiary
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
OPIARY Concrete Barchan Planter (L73", W40", H19")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This lightweight, modern concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Barchan is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Barchan Planter by OPIARY (L58", W32", H14")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Barchan is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Concrete Jabbah Planter by OPIARY (D24", H10")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Jabbah is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Drillium Club Chair by OPIARY
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Winner of the IFDA selects furniture at ICFF 2021 Show for “Best Piece of Furniture!
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This handcrafted club chair is clean, sensuous and weather defiant. The modern form references the organic shapes of bones and has pockets for nurturing live plants...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Jabbah Planter by OPIARY (D36", H20")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Jabbah is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Concrete Three-Tier Ukiyo Fountain by OPIARY
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, minimalist fountain is a tasteful way to incorporate aquatic life into any indoor or outdoor space. The Ukiyo three tier fountain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Ukiyo Saucer, Concrete Fountain/Fishpond by OPIARY (D50")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, minimalist fountain is a tasteful way to incorporate aquatic life into any indoor or outdoor space. The Ukiyo Saucer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Concrete Jabbah Planter by OPIARY (D40", H22")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Jabbah is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Ukiyo Saucer, Concrete Fountain/Fishpond by OPIARY (D62")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, minimalist fountain is a tasteful way to incorporate aquatic life into any indoor or outdoor space. The Ukiyo watersaucer can house multiple floating islands...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Eero Table by OPIARY (D54", H30")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This unique table takes a classic furniture design and updates it for a century rooted in sustainability. The Eero table features an open planted area for live cooking herbs, flowers, or artificial silk plants...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Drillium Chaise Lounge by OPIARY
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This handcrafted chaise is clean, sensuous, and weather-defiant. The modern form references the organic shapes of bones and has pockets for nurturing live plants.
DETAILS
Indoor/outdoor use and extremely weather-resistant.
Includes a three-piece outdoor cushion set in Sunbrella (in a color of your choice)
FINISHES
Available in earth, white, light grey, grey, dark grey, and black GFRC
Pricing varies based on finish. Please message before purchasing.
Price listed is for our standard light grey option.
Pictured here in our dark grey cement option.
All Opiary pieces are handcrafted and made-to-order, and dimensions/finishes are approximations.
Clients are welcome to visit our Brooklyn studio during the fabrication of pieces.
MODIFICATIONS
Client can source cushion fabric of their choice.
Live or silk plants...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
Concrete Queen Anne Dining Table by OPIARY
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
Innovative and stunning, this table takes a classic furniture design and updates it for a century rooted in sustainability. The Queen Anne table features pockets for planting live or artificial plants...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Robert Remer Building and Garden Elements
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Cement
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