Reviving Surplus with Style
Marfa Stance, renowned for its modular outerwear, embraces surplus materials with a celebration of their uniqueness, mirroring the principles of reclaimed furniture design. Known for luxurious yet utilitarian garments, the British brand, founded by Georgia Dant, unveils its debut furniture collection. The pieces are crafted from surplus Japanese and Italian textiles, unified with a functional design inspired by Donald Judd. This collaboration with Stephen Kenn Studio marks a new venture in creative reuse.
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A Harmonious Partnership in Eco-Friendly Design
The collaboration with Los Angeles designer Stephen Kenn, who previously furnished Marfa Stance’s New York flagship, was a seamless choice. Both Dant and Kenn share a passion for reclaimed materials and innovative design, valuing utility and beauty. Dant, with past roles at Burberry and Rag & Bone, emphasizes this shared ethos.
Crafting with Heritage
The furniture collection features three steel-frame chairs and a bench, upholstered with quilts by the Gee’s Bend quilters, a celebrated community from Alabama. These quilts use vibrant quilts to celebrate craftsmanship and history, reflecting a rich history, community craftsmanship, and the essence of sustainable furniture creation.
A Conceptual Revelation in Creative Furniture Design
Kenn’s initial vision arose from his fascination with Marfa Stance’s jacket design, inspiring the concept of reversible slipcovers. The answer is found in the new chairs, displayed at Marfa Stance locations across Montecito, Chicago, New York, and London, where customers can fully engage with this collaboration that epitomizes innovative repurposing.
Design and Availability
The chairs draw elements from Kenn’s existing Inheritance and Ease Collections, featuring blackened steel frames and diverse cushion forms, providing a compelling blend of structure and softness. This unique approach is true to both revamped furniture vision and the overall principles of contemporary furniture design. Each chair, uniquely crafted in Los Angeles, is made to order, underscoring the brand’s commitment to quality and longevity. While they preview in-store, online orders will soon follow.
The unpredictability of the quilts ensures each piece remains unique. They are thoughtfully made by local artisans, many operating within family-run businesses. This project sets the stage for future home offerings from Marfa Stance, extending its adaptive ethos from fashion to interior design, through the framework of eco-conscious design.
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Frequently asked questions
Who collaborated with Marfa Stance on the furniture collection?
Marfa Stance collaborated with Los Angeles designer Stephen Kenn on the furniture collection. Both Dant and Kenn share a passion for reclaimed materials and innovative design.
What materials are used in Marfa Stance’s furniture collection?
The furniture collection is crafted from surplus Japanese and Italian textiles, upholstered with quilts by the Gee’s Bend quilters. These quilts reflect craftsmanship and the essence of sustainable furniture creation.
Where can customers view the new furniture collection?
The new chairs are displayed at Marfa Stance locations in Montecito, Chicago, New York, and London. Customers can fully engage with the collaboration that epitomizes innovative repurposing.
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