James Wilkins, USA.

THE GOLDEN RATIO

As in nature, so too in poetic euclidean geometry.  A divine proportion.  The Golden Section or Ratio is a ratio or proportion defined by the number Phi (= 1.618033988749895…) It can be derived with a number of geometric constructions, each of which divides a line segment at the unique point where:

A is to B as B is to C.  This occurs only where A is 1.618 … times B and B is 1.618 … times C.

THE GOLDEN SECTION CHAIR

Elegant and masculine, modern and timeless, The Golden Section Chair embodies the revered concept of the Divine Proportion or the ‘Golden Ratio‘.  The Ancient Greek theory of balance, nature, and harmony of relationships has been applied to create historical masterworks such as The Parthenon, The Taj Mahal and the Mona Lisa to name just a few. Additionally, architects of the modern era, such as Le Corbusier, have devoutly utilised the Golden Section to design many of the most iconic pieces of furniture in history.

The chair simultaneously expresses the intellectual grace of Euclidian geometry, the poetic minimalism of Mies Van Der Rohe and the wry wit and observations of Andy Warhol. The boldly scaled emblematic piece positions the sitter slightly back from center within the framework of the divine proportions and creates a realm of personal space in addition to visually punctuating its sculptural poetry.

THE MANTRA LAMPS

Through the use of a never ending 'mantra' of fibonacci numbers in their side elevations, the entire collection of MANTRA LAMPS echo the harmonious beauty of the divine proportion.  The materials, finishes and function highlight the beauty of the relationships, glowing and shimmering.

PALACE COLLECTION

Similarly the PALACE COLLECTION of casegoods employs the relationships of the golden ratio, creating sublime elegance uncommon to a casegoods group.  The unique blade support system references classic modern architecture, rendering each piece with the character of an edifice itself.