The Metal Embrace Cabinet by SadusLuxury |
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| DESIGN NAME: The Metal Embrace PRIMARY FUNCTION: Cabinet INSPIRATION: Inspiration came from lhe link between nature and industrial architecture. This connection emerges from the organic properties of wood along with the metal embrace that symbolizes the industrial architecture, overtaking nature. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Adaptability of the item to fit any intended space. The juxtaposition of noble materials arising from the inspiration to the project (the hot from the wood gathered with the cold from the metal). Its uniqueness is emphasized also in its functionality. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Easy opening with a click magnetic system, without the need for any handles. Doors opening angles are wide to allow front and side accessibility to all objects placed inside. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: February 2013 in Setubal to April 2013 in Pacos de Ferreira. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Furniture Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: Hand made in the Portuguese handicrafts tradition. No use of any assembly lines, demanding artisan experience, expertise and craftsmanship in order to achieve perfection in details. Box in ebony wood, in a 30 mm width, finished in a high gloss varnish. Mirrored interiors with a 4 mm width. The support is made out of polished stainless steel in a 316 alloy with a 2 mm width. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: 1100mm x 600mm x 1700mm TAGS: ebony wood, stainless steel, cabinet, the metal embrace, sadus luxury, organic shape, Tiago Rato, Mário Picoito, Miguel Albon RESEARCH ABSTRACT: Research is set on natural landscape and industrial scenarios. The goal was to design a project that conveys the contemporary dominance of nature by industry. The methodology employed relied on natural parks inspection along with industrial settings. From these, a portfolio of photos, videos and sketches was set to inspire and reason the project. The research was conducted collectively at all stages by all team members. The final output was the transformation of all information gathered into an early sketch of the project that led to the final design. The impact of the item comes from its design along with materials chosen and its interaction, that reflects both the underlying research along with the functionality intended. The research also intends to inspire other projects that reflect the marriage between answering functional needs along with social reasoning. CHALLENGE: The challenge came from the use of a metal embrace. Deep thought and project research was put in place to achieve the perfect interaction of materials. ADDED DATE: 2014-01-23 15:20:41 TEAM MEMBERS (3) : CEO Tiago Rato, Creative Director Mário Picoito and Architect Miguel Albon IMAGE CREDITS: Image #1: Illustrator Miguel Alexandre Picoito Albon, The Metal Embrace, 2013. Image #2: Illustrator Miguel Alexandre Picoito Albon, The Metal Embrace, 2013. Image #3: Illustrator Miguel Alexandre Picoito Albon, The Metal Embrace, 2013. Image #4: Illustrator Miguel Alexandre Picoito Albon, The Metal Embrace, 2013. Image #5: Illustrator Miguel Alexandre Picoito Albon, The Metal Embrace, 2013. |
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NAME: SadusLuxury PROFILE: Sadus Luxury was born in 2013 out of an experience of more than two decades related to decoration in Portugal. It is a brand new corporation that conceptualizes; designs and produces furniture. Our main mission is to offer a design that stresses quality, excellence and distinction, anchored on the most innovative joinery techniques. In accordance with our values and mission, our goals align with elevating Portuguese production beyond. Our Inspiration comes from the cosmopolitan life in big cities, along with the great architectural works of Humanity. Sadus Luxury main objective is to empower our customers with new and different ways of seeing the world through their exclusive pieces of furniture and, thus, showing what Portugal has to offer. Joining the use of the finest materials with a bold and luxurious design, we accomplish to offer pieces of great impact that will provide a world of new experiences and sensations. |
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The Metal Embrace Cabinet by Sadusluxury is Runner-up for A' Design Award in Furniture Design Category, 2013 - 2014.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with SadusLuxury. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by SadusLuxury. |
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