Summary
- Henry Julier’s braided structure collection includes 10 designs that combine the warmth of Danish paper rope with USM’s classic chrome hardware.
- Originally released on NYCXDESIGN in May, the series is now available on the USM website and in the showroom.
from Armando Cabral arrive Buchanan Studio,,,,, USM Modular Furniture Continue to expand the scope of its highly recognizable design systems through the perspective of global design talents. Recent collaboration is the weaving structure of industrial designers Henry JulierHe introduced a brand new materiality to his collection system, nycxdesign In mid-May.
Julier, hand-woven in Maine, incorporates Danish paper rope panels into the USM Haller system, shifting the brand’s typical focus to color-to-texture. USM’s smooth chrome frame contrasts with traditional textile works that resemble various cultural traditions around the globe. The amazing balance between industrial precision and handmade details adds a profound human factor to USM modular logic.
As a former industrial design director for Standard Questions for 12 years, Julier has a deep interest in design history, thus providing a strong interest in the familiar effects of his USM collection. The combination of industrial materials and natural elements (such as paper ropes) is often used by designers Bauhaus Design movement in the early 20th century. echo BrewerThe cane Cesca chair using a similar tubular steel frame is just one of many similarities that can be drawn.
The braided structure consists of ten pieces, including WS chairs, WS benches, WS stools, WS sitting positions, WS split-level tables, WS nesting tables, and WS low and high pallets. Some designs, including WS side tables, WS stools and WS tables, can be further customized via the USM panel to add functionality and color choices.
Originally debuted during New York Design Week in the first release of the Shelter, the structure was installed in USM Modular FurnitureNew York showroom.
