Delicate curves, loose lines, and natural metamorphoses compose the visual landscape that inspires Vér, which refers to spring in Latin and names Patricia Anastassiadis' seventh collection of furniture design for Artefacto, a high-end brand in Brazil and the USA.
Recalling the radiance of nature, these pieces reveal a contemporary design with a timeless appeal, a feature of the designer’s partnership with the brand.
“The collection was born from a desire to connect with nature. We searched for traits that evoke movement, transformation, and harmony and decided to translate them into small, medium, and large furniture, with great visual effect and high ergonomic performance”, comments Patricia.
In that sense, Patricia designed pieces that seem to flirt with artistic creations. “The idea was to shorten the distance between furniture and art. However, at the same time, they have a sculptural character, they are also extremely functional”, he states. “We thought about morphosis: the way an organism is formed, that is, the search for natural beauty and ergonomics”, she adds.
Following this concept, one of the greatest highlights of this collection is the woodwork. “We brought together industry and craftsmanship”, explains Patricia. The result of the initiative is unique designs that inspire lightness, such as the Vimen chairs or armchairs and the Papillon set (sofa, chaise long, and armchair). The loose design also appears on the Zucchi console carved in wood or marble (10 units in a limited edition).
The Circa and Radix dining tables combine wood and natural stone, while the Shah side tables are in two tones with chess tops made of marble or wood. The pattern also appears on Giocco coffee tables, made only in wood.
Bedroom furniture also are part of the collection. The Tassel bed, with upholstered headboards, features a turned wood structure, in a subtle nod to exoskeletons – one of the visual references of this body of work.