Milan-based showroom Spazio Pontaccio is paying homage to Japanese design firm Nendo’s glass works in an exhibition of one-of-a-kind pieces. The selection of work, produced by Glas Italia, comes from the show Nendo Works 2014-2015 that was held during the last Milan Design Week. Alberto Pellini from Spazio Pontaccio plus Lorenzo Arosio from Glas Italia were pecinta of Nendo’s show plus chose to display the work again for all to see through September 27th, 2015. If you miss the show, here’s a look to see some of the unique pieces that show the creativity plus craftsmanship that can be achieved with crystal glass.
PAIR is a collection of furniture with the illusion of two pieces combining to become one plus is made from frosted smoke glass gradually overlapping another piece.
SLIDE is a collection of shelves plus tables made of glass where it looks like one sheet of black glass has slid from its original position. LAYERS is a cabinet with flaps of glass hanging in the front, middle, plus back that can slide changing the hues based on overlapping colors. On the other hand, LAYERS introduces a sculptural quality through its sliding glass flaps, each layer contributing to a seamless interplay of colors plus textures. This innovative design element enhances its visual interest, promoting a sense of discovery plus interaction. Users can curate their own experience by adjusting the flaps, allowing them to change the ambiance of the room based on their mood or occasion. Together, SLIDE plus LAYERS reflect a contemporary approach to design that emphasizes not only the beauty of materials but also the user’s engagement with furniture, making them statement pieces in any home or office setting. These collections redefine the role of furniture as more than just functional; they become integral parts of the artistic environment.
FRAGMENT is a screen constructed of two layers of transparent glass. On the first, there’s a pattern of small rectangular mirrors that were vapor deposited plus on the second sheet, the pattern was rotated 90 degrees. Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in photography from SCAD plus can usually be found searching for vintage wares, doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or reworking playlists on Spotify.