Veuve Clicquot - Milan 09
« Veuve Clicquot - Out of the Box » Exhibition in Milano, Zona Tortona.
The project Out of the Box was born from Veuve Clicquot’s determination to break free from the functional constraints associated with the production of the new DesignBox and its industrialisation.
For this reason three well-known designer groups were invited to invent an innovative piece of furniture, based on the new box and focussed on the enjoyment of Veuve Clicquot champagne. After Andree Putman’s re-interpretation of the riddling table in 2005 and the creation of the Loveseat for two lovers of champagne by Karim Rashid in 2007, these limitations imposed on the creative process are intended to show that the audacity traditional at Veuve Clicquot is a state of mind. The Englishman Tom Dixon, the Swedish collective Front Design and the French group 5.5 Designers have all shown conceptual daring worthy of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin, delivering three original propositions that are displayed in the Veuve Clicquot Own Gallery, in the heart of Milan’s own “off”, the Zona Tortona.
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The project Out of the Box was born from Veuve Clicquot’s determination to break free from the functional constraints associated with the production of the new DesignBox and its industrialisation.
For this reason three well-known designer groups were invited to invent an innovative piece of furniture, based on the new box and focussed on the enjoyment of Veuve Clicquot champagne. After Andree Putman’s re-interpretation of the riddling table in 2005 and the creation of the Loveseat for two lovers of champagne by Karim Rashid in 2007, these limitations imposed on the creative process are intended to show that the audacity traditional at Veuve Clicquot is a state of mind. The Englishman Tom Dixon, the Swedish collective Front Design and the French group 5.5 Designers have all shown conceptual daring worthy of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin, delivering three original propositions that are displayed in the Veuve Clicquot Own Gallery, in the heart of Milan’s own “off”, the Zona Tortona.
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David Trubridge - Milan 2009
05/06/09 18:32 In : Salon | New Products
THE THREE BASKETS OF KNOWLEDGE
David Trubridge
The Three Baskets of Knowledge is a new lighting installation, which was on show for the first time at Superstudio Piu in Zona Tortona as part of Milan Design Week.
In the mythology of the New Zealand Maori, after the creation of the earth and life on it, the demigod Tane was sent up to the heavens to receive the knowledge that mankind needed to live on earth. The ascent was a great struggle against adversity, but once he was admitted into the heavens he was given the knowledge in three baskets or kete. Descriptions of the contents vary, depending on the telling, and are freely open to interpretation. You can gather your own knowledge.
Kete Aronui, knowledge of the earth and the natural world, which is for all (body).
(1.5mm caramelised bamboo plywood, hand sanded PETG upper part, plastic clips)
Kete Tuauri, our rational knowledge, which we keep for ourselves (mind).
(Aluminium, hand sanded PETG plastic upper part, aluminium rivets)
Kete Tuaatea, knowledge of the spiritual world, which we give out for others (spirit).
(Hand sanded polycarbonate, hand sanded PETG upper part, nylon clips)
210 cm x 85 cm (Ø), 7w LED spotlight
Designed by David Trubridge, and developed by Amy Lynch
These three need to be in balance to live harmoniously on earth. Currently our rational knowledge is dominating our spirit and empathy for the earth. This installation suggests a redress to a balanced state. The three lights shine equally on the earth, overlapping at the centre in harmony.
We believe that if design today does not contribute towards a better way of living, it is both irrelevant and irresponsible. Our vision is to be able to promote ideas more than products. We do not create a new form to seduce you into buying something you do not need. We tell stories to nourish and to spread wisdom. This installation is created to feed your mind, your body and your spirit – to give you something to think about, to connect you to nature, and to nourish you spiritually.
CRADLE
The open basket of the lights makes such a perfect hanging cradle that we just had to make it. If the baby wakes, her movement rocks the cradle which sends her back to sleep. It is made from bamboo plywood and plastic clips. The terry quilt is made from 90% bamboo and 10% polyester. 'Cradle' is not yet in production.
TANIKO LIGHTS - (80 cm x 21 cm)
Designed by David Trubridge, and developed by Phillipe Bajard, an intern student from ENSCI design school in Paris, France. Traditional patterns in Maori weaving for cloaks and clothing are called taniko. Made from 1.5mm natural bamboo plywood and nylon cable ties. One low wattage CFL light in each for maximum energy efficiency and long life.
Wall light versions (sconces) are also available. The shapes are designed so that their layout on a sheet of plywood fits perfectly, and the only waste is the sawdust from the cutter.
David Trubridge
The Three Baskets of Knowledge is a new lighting installation, which was on show for the first time at Superstudio Piu in Zona Tortona as part of Milan Design Week.
In the mythology of the New Zealand Maori, after the creation of the earth and life on it, the demigod Tane was sent up to the heavens to receive the knowledge that mankind needed to live on earth. The ascent was a great struggle against adversity, but once he was admitted into the heavens he was given the knowledge in three baskets or kete. Descriptions of the contents vary, depending on the telling, and are freely open to interpretation. You can gather your own knowledge.
Kete Aronui, knowledge of the earth and the natural world, which is for all (body).
(1.5mm caramelised bamboo plywood, hand sanded PETG upper part, plastic clips)
Kete Tuauri, our rational knowledge, which we keep for ourselves (mind).
(Aluminium, hand sanded PETG plastic upper part, aluminium rivets)
Kete Tuaatea, knowledge of the spiritual world, which we give out for others (spirit).
(Hand sanded polycarbonate, hand sanded PETG upper part, nylon clips)
210 cm x 85 cm (Ø), 7w LED spotlight
Designed by David Trubridge, and developed by Amy Lynch
These three need to be in balance to live harmoniously on earth. Currently our rational knowledge is dominating our spirit and empathy for the earth. This installation suggests a redress to a balanced state. The three lights shine equally on the earth, overlapping at the centre in harmony.
We believe that if design today does not contribute towards a better way of living, it is both irrelevant and irresponsible. Our vision is to be able to promote ideas more than products. We do not create a new form to seduce you into buying something you do not need. We tell stories to nourish and to spread wisdom. This installation is created to feed your mind, your body and your spirit – to give you something to think about, to connect you to nature, and to nourish you spiritually.
CRADLE
The open basket of the lights makes such a perfect hanging cradle that we just had to make it. If the baby wakes, her movement rocks the cradle which sends her back to sleep. It is made from bamboo plywood and plastic clips. The terry quilt is made from 90% bamboo and 10% polyester. 'Cradle' is not yet in production.
TANIKO LIGHTS - (80 cm x 21 cm)
Designed by David Trubridge, and developed by Phillipe Bajard, an intern student from ENSCI design school in Paris, France. Traditional patterns in Maori weaving for cloaks and clothing are called taniko. Made from 1.5mm natural bamboo plywood and nylon cable ties. One low wattage CFL light in each for maximum energy efficiency and long life.
Wall light versions (sconces) are also available. The shapes are designed so that their layout on a sheet of plywood fits perfectly, and the only waste is the sawdust from the cutter.