2024
27”x13”x28”
Instead of using burning as a technique once highlighted the visual climax of the soft and hard wooden fiber, I experimented with sandblasting.Due to the varied density of the wooden fiber, sandblasting removes more soft fiber than higher density wooden fiber, revealing a higher contrast of the wood grain pattern.
The making process was accompanied with serendipitous discoveries. Cabinet is a most cherished and admired type of furniture. Poplar is universally considered a cheaper, less finished, and model making species. In a way, this poplar vanity cabinet is glorifying the material that is otherwise less valued. The contrasting colors of the fibers creates an attractive tapestry compelling me to forsake the familiar methods of burning and inking. This revelation is a gift that only poplar can give.
Monolith Program Collection
2024
13”x40”14”
Looking at the structures, the form is gravitational. I delve into this natural phenomenon, seeking to capture gravity as their key structural element with in the design of Void. Void is a testament to the interplay of gravity to the dolmen form.
Designing the bench, I am seeking a balance between delicacy and substantiality. Delicacy in the bench dances on the edge of fragility and resilience, embodying an appreciation for subtlety, while the material choice is more robust, reflecting the found enduring strength. Void is composed of three distinct parts. The structure comes together through sitting, introducing mass and further emphasize gravity's influence.
Monolith Program Collection
2023
15”x8”x46”
My inspiration for Ground comes from ancient stone monuments - dolmens - known for their simple yet powerful structural systems that consist of two or more upright stones supporting a large flat horizontal slab. Ground, this monolithic cabinet, mirrors the dolmens’ robust simplicity and moves away from the conventional emphasis on perfect joinery.
At the center of Ground, there is a drawer with a chisel silhouette, symbolizing the celebration of craft through the tool rather than the craftsmanship. This approach humorously subverts the conventional utility driven storage furniture. This design choice is a homage to the craft itself. The cabinet stands not just a piece of furniture but an artistic statement, a tribute to the solitary chisel, which is symbolic of the entire making process. The cabinet is finished with a charred surface both as a protective layer, and to emphasize the timelessness of the
Monolith Program Collection
2024
25”x7”x70”
In the mosaic world, scale loses its grip. Sky’s the limit.
The vast difference in scale between human beings and the monolithic structures is profound. Whether it evokes fear or awe, a river of unfamiliarity flows. Physical distancing distorts our sense of scale, casting ambiguity over our perception of surroundings.
However, when we shift our gaze away from the scale onto the form, we find the geometry is simple and universal.
Lapse’s form derives from the orchard ladder, a relic fading from memory. Traditional wooden orchard ladders are vanishing, replaced by industrial manufactured metal ladders that have advantage in safety and convenience. Lapse emerges to bridge modernity and tradition, revealing an approachability honoring both.
In the form of a ladder, Lapse is a wall-mounted sculptural shelf. The design aims to capture the disappearing orchard ladder, evoking a sense of reminiscence. Lapse is a vessel of memory, a bridge between eras, blending the rustic charm of the past with the sleek efficiency of the present.
Monolith Program Collection
2024
23”x16.5”21”
The strucural joineries on the sides of NineZero create a graphic pattern of the chair, symbolizing the transition from erganomics Windsor structure to my exploration of liner forms.
Making of the chair is technical challenging. NineZero pushes the edge of the joinery. Though the chair presents all 90 degree joints, each “spindle“ is turned with a slight shoulder to provide struc- ture.
2024
26”x30”x31”
Inspired by monolithic structure, Step-Stool XL represents an investigation of scale and surfaces. Scale, an abstract notion relating to its surroundings, is central.
The piece embodies a monumental presence, retaining an air of simplicity.Transcending conventional scale of furniture, Step-Stool XL encourage engagement with its sculptural quality and exploration between its form and the environment.
2023
23”x33”x”24”
Inspiration of the design stems from Chinese architectural practices. Home Chair is my interpretation, expressed through minimalist design language.
Producing the chair, I used hard maple to instill a sense of permanence and stability. The making of the chair is a combination of CNC machining and hand shaping. The seating area is at a ten inch seat height offering a comparatively larger seating area. The surface encourages dynamic sitting experiences.