Lije Studio, led by industrial designer Jens‑Egil Nysæther and architectural designer Line Mari Sørra in Oslo, has unveiled their distinctive Pommel stool. At first glance, you might assume it takes cues from fungi; however, its true inspiration lies in the world of automotive engineering.
The Pommel stool pays tribute to the leaf spring, a suspension component once prevalent in carriages and early automobiles. This homage signified by its carefully considered structure pushes beyond the typical monolithic design.
A Material Choice with Purpose
The team at Lije Studio opts for pine in constructing the Pommel 2.0, deliberately exploiting the wood’s perceived softness. Their aim is to showcase pine’s nuanced potential through intelligent design choices. The revamped version employs less material, integrating a stretcher with a triangular tenon.
Nysæther and Sørra describe their material decision as intentional: “We wanted to use the common conception of pine being soft to augment the form, playing with these inherent properties.”
Design Exploration, Not Production
Though intriguing, the Pommel stool remains a conceptual piece rather than a mass-produced item. The refined yet robust aesthetic might not fit typical commercial lines, signaling why it might not find a home with brands like Vaarnii, known for their distinctly Brutalist approach.
Source: core77.com