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Issue 59 - The Life Outside Issue

Issue 59

The Life Outside Issue

Introducing the Life Outside issue of Habitus magazine. With life increasingly being absorbed into a digital space, there is never a more important moment to hold something tangible. In this context, the power of nature to have a physiological impact on our sense of wellbeing has never been more important. So how can we cultivate the benefits of the our natural environment in the most intimate of places – our homes? This was the question that helped to bring this issue of Habitus to life.

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Tom Skeehan explores contrasting materials in Setto
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Tom Skeehan explores contrasting materials in Setto

Tom Skeehan’s latest Setto collection explores the relationship between contrasting materials, focusing on textiles, lighting and Australian timbers.


 

Tom Skeehan’s Setto Chair draws reference from traditional Japanese chair design, bringing together the simplicity of materials and purity of form with a commercial manufacturing process. The Setto Chair’s minimal form is expressed through the obvious use of two materials; a powder coated steel frame and American oak.

The Setto Low Chair utilises a similar minimal steel frame to cradle the large upholstered element, allowing the chosen fabric – available in wool or felt – to respond to its constraints and provide a comfortable seat with generous proportions. Subtle details are achieved through precise upholstery techniques, allowing the material and process to inform the final design.

Tom Skeehan’s Henko Light takes inspiration from the theatrical interaction a user experiences when operating and adjusting a light. The light pole can easily be adjusted and rotated 360 degrees, and the opposite end of the light can be placed in the base to create a varied angle of light. This tactile interaction defines the position and orientation the light, encouraging the user to further interact with the light and its environment. The Henko Light spans three different materials; a powder coated aluminum pole available in black or white, concrete and wood.

Tom Skeenhan
skeehan.com.au

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Issue 59 - The Life Outside Issue

Issue 59

The Life Outside Issue

Introducing the Life Outside issue of Habitus magazine. With life increasingly being absorbed into a digital space, there is never a more important moment to hold something tangible. In this context, the power of nature to have a physiological impact on our sense of wellbeing has never been more important. So how can we cultivate the benefits of the our natural environment in the most intimate of places – our homes? This was the question that helped to bring this issue of Habitus to life.

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