A simple idea, beautifully executed — German designer Judith Seng's raw wood and lacquer stools create an alluring contrast in textures where rough and imperfect logs gradually disappear into a bright high gloss finish.
Each piece is unique, sometimes functional and sometimes sculptural, and takes its cue from the natural form of the wood. The designer, who worked with Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec among others before founding her own studio, creates pieces that celebrate a raw and imperfect aesthetic. Visit Judith Seng's website to see more of her work.
Images: © Studio Judith Seng
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Comments (16)
Absolutely beautiful!!
Umm....Sorry to state the obvious, but it's a block of wood with paint on it. I see that "price is available on request" -- does that mean she gauges how much you'd be willing to spend for a block of wood with paint on it on a case by case basis? And what's with the cracks? I guess if you're willing to shell out hard-earned money for a block of wood with paint on it, and then you're willing to call that a "stool" (I'd call it a stool myself, nudge nudge wink wink) you're probably not looking for comfort.
a fool and his money are soon parted...
people really will buy just about anything, it seems.
I really thought this was going to be a DIY post...
they are pretty but can't I just do this myself?
I thought it was a DIY post, too! I'm betting "price available on request" means "I'm charging a ridiculous amount for a block of painted wood and by making people request a price it somehow validates it."
Usually I'm not such a Negative Nancy, but this is just...blah.
These are gorgeous. Both subtle and rich. Haters… I bet if you saw these in person you’d get it.
If you assume this is too expensive, why not simply take some DIY inspiration from the idea? Not that your spray paint project will look anything like this, but still…
How lovely! The contrast between the immaculate lacquer and the eroded wood is amazing.
seems vaguely familiar....
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It does look like a DIY, but one I'd like to attempt. It could make a nice ottoman, too.
These are cool!!!! Absurdly pricey but amazing nonetheless!
It's nothing new for something made with rather affordable materials to be insanely overpriced, so ignoring that, I think these are quite lovely.
Of course it's "obvious." But must we explain design to people whose thinking stops there?
And did you come up with it yourself?
I find them appealing. The white and light violet ones are particularly successful, I think.
Where are ya'll seeing that they're expensive? Can't find it on here or on her site.
I think they're gorgeous :)
here's the thing I challenge you DIYers to do: find such lovely wood with perfectly placed knots, an attractive grain, and a the perfectly imperfect split. Yes, the idea makes a good DIY, and if I can find the right wood, I am in fact going to steal the idea for our bathroom (we need a step for the tub).
This vaguely reminds me of a half-finished camp craft project...
I can understand the desire to meld nature with art, but this seems to fail.