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Leaf Tall Vase by Pierre Foulonneau |
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FS: What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?
PF: I was inspired by the fragile and fleeting aspect of nature, how life comes and goes according to seasons.
FS: What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?
PF: My intention with the design of the “Leaf” vases was to create objects that captures and mimic nature. The “Leaf” vases are a family of crystal vases, each one of them holding a metal leaf shaped part. The metal leaves give the object an unalterable natural presence, even when empty. Seated in their transparent pedestals, the leaves play with light and reflections as they change along the day, bringing life into a poetic “still life” composition. And, during flower season, the leaves will act as a receptacle for greeting and showcasing fresh flowers.
FS: How long did it take you to design this particular concept?
PF: Once the idea sprung in my head the design came along rather quickly, it was a matter of weeks i'd say. However, it took me several years to find the right company to develop it with.
FS: Why did you design this particular concept? Was this design commissioned or did you decide to pursuit an inspiration?
PF: I noticed -on our latitude at least- vases by their function are often used half of the year to display flowers and lies empty or hidden the other half. I just wanted to create a vase that could evoke nature even when empty.
FS: Is your design being produced or used by another company, or do you plan to sell or lease the production rights or do you intent to produce your work yourself?
PF: It is indeed produce by a Brazilian company called RIVA. They are specialist in designing and producing high end metal objects. They were the perfect company to develop and produce this particular item.
FS: Where there any other designs and/or designers that helped the influence the design of your work?
PF: I'm an admirer of Scandinavian design in general, Tapio Wirkkala in particular and his refined ability to express or represent nature in is work. I also like the simplicity, elegance and playfulness of Achille Castiglioni for exemple. I wouldn't talk about influences but rather how their work or approach to design infused in mine.
FS: Who is the target customer for his design?
PF: People that appreciate a touch of poetry in the objects that surround them
FS: What sets this design apart from other similar or resembling concepts?
PF: The Leaf vase is already a beautiful piece on its own and will only looks better with flowers.
FS: How did you come up with the name for this design? What does it mean?
PF: I think it is pretty obvious!
FS: Which design tools did you use when you were working on this project?
PF: it's never about the tool, but what you do with it. The best design tool ever is a brain, a pen and paper!
FS: What is the most unique aspect of your design?
PF: It always sparks a reaction in people that see it for the first time.
FS: Who did you collaborate with for this design? Did you work with people with technical / specialized skills?
PF: I collaborated with RIVA, a Brazilian company specialized in high end metal items. They helped me to make my design a reality and now produce and sell this item. A good design, needs a great execution and RIVA have very skillful craftsmen.
FS: Is your design influenced by data or analytical research in any way? What kind of research did you conduct for making this design?
PF: None! it comes straight from the heart
FS: What are some of the challenges you faced during the design/realization of your concept?
PF: Finding the right people to produce the different parts. By that I mean people that can reach my level of requirement.
FS: How did you decide to submit your design to an international design competition?
PF: I had been solicited or encouraged several times in the past years. Only this object has brought nothing but good to me since its creation and this year felt like the right time to submit it.
FS: What did you learn or how did you improve yourself during the designing of this work?
PF: Starting and developing a relationship with a new client, diving into it's culture and history, gaining an understanding of its philosophy and production capacity. It is always rewarding.
FS: Thank you for providing us with this opportunity to interview you.
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