BEDDING
“Chiaro” by designer Jagoda Sergiel won 2nd prize using recycled materials in this project.
Yasukuni is a method of burning the wood's surface to protect it from moisture and insects. It was used to protect the wood from the natural elements in a time before chemicals were invented. It creates a unique finish that can be applied to the wood of trees that have been damaged by storms and used for high-end beds. Yes, that's what won us over. In the luxury sector, we generally look for only the finest materials that are as
Bertille Laguet, a local designer, blacksmith and jury panel member for the second time. The winning project, "Echo", uses wood worked with a traditional Japanese technique called Yasukuni. What made this project stand out from the rest?
“Rana”, by Maxime Lemarié, won the 3rd prize. The recycled materials used can easily be purchased locally.
Yes definitely. Competition is fierce in the furniture industry, and original design is a great way to stand out. Products need to attract customers attention and tell a story. Manufacturing original designs like these
This leather headboard designed in the style inspired by the famous Mondrian paintings makes quite a statement. Did this aspect also play a role in the choice of the jury?
showcase Elite Beds modernity and artisanal know- how while promoting local resources such as wood.
Does this make it possible to use wood more sustainably?
"Chiaro", won 2nd prize be- cause of the intelligent and flexible design that allows it
What attracted the jury to the other two winners?
perfect as possible. This generates a lot of waste, which is often not compatible with a sustainable approach.
to be used in various ways. It can be placed against a wall or stand in the centre of a room. The shelf and built-in bedside tables on either side create space for plants or books. Wood has also been used in this pro- ject, but this time it has been bent. The design will be challenging to manufacture and transport. I fell in love with "Rana", who won third prize. This design reflects Elite's spirit and brings freshness to the collection without totally revolutionizing things. I really like the extended bed base that creates the seat at the end of the bed. The recycled metal, textiles and materials could easily be sourced locally.
IT CREATES A UNIQUE FINISH THAT CAN BE APPLIED TO THE WOOD OF TREES THAT HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY STORMS
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