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Bleu Nature collection 2013

Bleu Nature collection 2013
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Bleu Nature collection 2013

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Introduction and Brand Philosophy

Bleu Nature, founded in 1995 by Frank Lefebvre, specializes in driftwood furniture and objects. The brand draws inspiration from the natural erosion and patina of driftwood, celebrating imperfection and the passage of time. Its mission is to integrate natural elements into contemporary interiors by revitalizing raw driftwood.

Material and Craftsmanship

Bleu Nature sources approximately 150 tons of driftwood annually, hand-collected from beaches worldwide to ensure uniqueness. The company merges artisanal craftsmanship with industrial design techniques to produce high-end furniture and lighting that combine emotional appeal with superior finish quality.

Product Collections

  • Bergère Louise Crusoé: Driftwood armchair with leather or fabric seat, dimensions L130 x P100 x H190 cm, available in 17 finishes, designed for comfort and rejuvenation.
  • Lamps and Lighting: Multiple models including Qaanaaq, Egée, Mangrove, Nerikoh, and others, featuring lacquered steel bases and cotton lampshades, with power ratings from 1x25W to 6x40W.
  • Seating and Stools: Canapés like Louis Crusoé and Mattak, and stools such as Mousse and Nagori, offered in up to 24 finishes.
  • Logglove Collection: Innovative use of resinous wood combined with leather-like bark materials, including cushions, tables, lamps, and tote sets emphasizing organic textures.
  • Acrylic Glass and Driftwood Collection: Combines acrylic glass with driftwood to create pieces evoking frozen flowing water, including side and coffee tables and lamps with polished stainless steel elements.
  • Outline Collection: Organic yet industrial designs blending driftwood with matte black or white lacquered steel, featuring lamps, chandeliers, appliques, and room dividers, focusing on eco-design and material contrasts.
  • Outdoor Collection: Driftwood furniture with lacquered stainless steel frames designed for outdoor use, including armchairs, sofas, and coffee tables with Diamante carbon or white seats.

Design Philosophy and Innovation

The design team continuously reinvents forms by blending craftsmanship with industrial design, using driftwood as a limitless source of inspiration. Sustainability and eco-design are core principles, especially evident in the Outline collection, which pushes design boundaries by merging natural wood with metal.

Key Specifications and Parameters

  • Materials: Driftwood, old planks, resinous wood, acrylic glass, lacquered steel (white, black, rusty), leather, fabric, polished stainless steel.
  • Dimensions: Vary by product, e.g., armchairs approx. L130xP100xH190 cm, sofas approx. L210xP110xH110 cm, lamps from 35 cm to 190 cm in height.
  • Finishes: Multiple options per product line, up to 31 finishes for cushions and 24 for stools.
  • Lighting Power: Lamps range from 1x25W to 6x40W depending on model.
  • Production: Hand-collected driftwood ensures uniqueness; combination of artisanal and industrial processes.

Best Practices and Recommendations

  • Use hand-collected driftwood to preserve natural uniqueness and aesthetics.
  • Combine natural materials with industrial elements to enhance durability and innovation.
  • Offer diverse finishes to suit various interior styles.
  • Prioritize sustainability and eco-design in product development.
  • Maintain high craftsmanship and finish quality to position products in the luxury segment.

Outdoor Furniture and Lighting Overview

The outdoor collection features furniture and lighting designed for terraces and outdoor living, blending lacquered stainless steel, driftwood, burnt wood, polyester resin, and glass. The designs emphasize natural aging, textures, and artisanal uniqueness.

Outdoor Product Categories and Specifications

  • Paravent Tikibaq: Lacquered stainless steel and driftwood screens in two sizes (L212xP90xH180 cm and L180xP35xH180 cm).
  • Tables and Seating: Natsiq table and matching canapé and fauteuil made from lacquered stainless steel, debarked woods, and old planks; canapé dimensions approx. L214xP97xH70 cm.
  • Side Tables and Poufs: Pouf Iyabak and Table Beluga crafted from polyester resin with matte or glossy finishes.
  • Low Tables Tupilak: Sets of 10 trunks combining driftwood and enameled steel, available in white, rusty, or mirror finishes.
  • Bout de Canapé (Side Tables): Lacquered aluminum tops with three wood finish options, available on wheels for mobility.
  • Dome Sweet Dome: Large outdoor structure made of driftwood and lacquered stainless steel (ø330xH350 cm).

Outdoor Lighting Products

  • Lamp Orca: Lacquered steel and driftwood or burnt wood bases; supports max 2x9W low-energy bulbs.
  • Lampadaire Napaaqtuk: Floor lamp with lacquered steel base and driftwood; max 2x11W low-energy bulbs.
  • Appliques (Wall Lamps): Kiinau series with driftwood, polished stainless steel, and blown glass; uses halogen G9 bulbs. Other models include Bigeyes and Sixxie.
  • Lustres (Chandeliers): Siginig and Artiq chandeliers made of pebbles with LED lighting (max 1.2W per LED).
  • Additional Lamps: Ashevak and Orca lamps with black lacquered or chrome steel bases combined with driftwood or burnt wood.

Materials and Finishes

Products highlight natural aging and textures such as cracking and patina on driftwood, resin finishes on burnt wood, and lacquered metals in ecru, black, or chrome. Contrasting materials like glass, mirror-finished stainless steel, and old planks enhance visual appeal.

Design Philosophy and Customization

Bleu Nature integrates technology, artisanal craftsmanship, and natural materials to create exclusive, unique designs. The company offers bespoke projects with flexibility in size, shape, color, and textiles, supported by a dedicated design studio and workshop. The approach embraces natural material evolution and the passage of time.

Key Recommendations for Outdoor Use

  • Allow outdoor wood furniture to age naturally, accepting fissures and patina development.
  • Use low-energy bulbs in lighting products for energy efficiency.
  • Choose contrasting finishes and materials to highlight textures and craftsmanship.
  • Consider mobility features like wheels on side tables for versatile outdoor arrangements.

Contact and Distribution

Regional contacts for sales and distribution cover Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the USA, with phone numbers and emails provided. Bleu Nature is part of the Halo Group, with offices in France, Hong Kong, and EMEA regions.

Additional Notes

All images are illustrative. The printed document is certified on PEFC paper, reflecting environmental responsibility.

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Catalog excerpts

Bleu Nature collection 2013-1

PARIS - LONDON - BUENOS AIRES SHANGHAI -NEW-YORK - MILANO MUMBAI -SAO PAULO - ABU DHABI'

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-2

Ici, le temps est matière, l’érosion est concept, l’usure est beauté. Here, time is the material, erosion is the concept and wear is the beauty.

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-3

“J’aime l’usure des éléments, la patine du temps, la beauté d’un défaut, le jeu de l’aléatoire et de la géométrie, le contraste des matières…” “I like elements’ deterioration, the patina of age, beauty in imperfection, the play on chance and geometry, the contrast of materials…” Frank Lefebvre Le bois flotté, matière à design Bleu Nature est née du regard singulier de Frank Lefebvre sur une matière brute et naturelle : le bois flotté. Depuis 1995, il s’émerveille devant ce naufragé oublié et faconné par le temps et les courants. Sa passion : redonner vie au bois flotté, faire entrer la nature...

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-4

Se protéger, se ressourcer dans un cocon de bois flotté... Wrap yourself up and recharge your batteries in a driftwood cocoon... bergère Louise Crusoé Bergère L o u i s e C r u s o é Bois flotté et planche usée, assise cuir ou tissu Driftwood and old planks, leather or fabric seat L130 P100 H190 cm Réf. F225 17 finitions/17 finishings

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-5

Lampe Qaanaaq Socle métal laqué blanc / Abat-jour coton écru White lacquered steel base / Ecru cotton lampshade L85 P40 H190 cm - réf.L047NE. Max. 3x40W Lampe Egée Socle métal laqué blanc / Abat-jour coton écru Lacquered steel base / Ecru cotton lampshade L70 P70 H173 cm - réf.L079GCNP. Max. 2x40W Existe aussi en scole rouille / Abat-jour coton marron Exists also with rusty base / Brown cotton lampshade Must have L a m p e s Tr o p i q u e Lampe Nerikoh Socle métal laqué blanc / Abat-jour coton écru Lacquered steel base / Ecru cotton lampshade L70 P30 H170 cm - réf.L009GNE. Max. 2x40W Vendues...

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-6

Glaner, Récolter, Cueillir sur les rivages Glean, Collect, Pick from the banks 150 tonnes de bois flotté, tous uniques et différents Chez Bleu Nature, tous les bois flottés sont ramassés à la main sur les plages et les rivages du monde entier. La société a mis en place une véritable filière de récupération. Chaque année, près de 150 tonnes de bois sont ainsi sélectionnés pour être acheminés dans les ateliers de Bleu Nature. 150 tons of driftwood, all unique and different All the driftwood at Bleu Nature is collected from beaches and shores all over the world by hand. The company has established...

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-7

canapé Louis Crusoé Comme une icône, une signature mythique de Bleu Nature Like a symbol, a signature stamp by Bleu Nature Must have Canapé Louis Crusoé Bois flotté et planche usée, Textile/cuir Driftwood and old planks, Fabric/leather L210 P110 H110 cm - réf.F062 16 finitions / 16 finishings

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-8

Must have Tabouret Mousse (Medium) Bois flotté et tissu/cuir Driftwood and fabric/leather Ø30 H48 cm - réf. F016M 24 finitions / 24 finishings Tabouret Mousse (Small) Bois flotté et tissu/cuir Driftwood and fabric/leather Ø30 H38 cm - réf. F016P 24 finitions / 24 finishings Tabouret Mattak Bois flottée et tissu/cuir Driftwood and fabric/leather Ø45 H38 - F232 10 finitions / 10 finishings Tabouret Nagori Bois flotté et tissu/cuir Driftwood and fabric/leather Ø50 H42 cm - réf. F083 24 finitions / 24 finishings

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-9

Design Nature Au sein du bureau de style Bleu Nature, les formes et les usages se réinventent sans cesse. Les designers mettent leur savoir faire et leur créativité au service des bois flottés et d’un design naturellement inspiré. Savant mélange d’artisanat et de design industriel Bleu Nature crée des meubles et luminaires à forte valeur émotionnelle. Confort et qualité des finitions achèvent d’inscrire les collections dans un univers haut de gamme. Forms and functions are constantly being reinvented by the Bleu Nature design department. The designers imbue the driftwood and nature inspired designs...

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-10

canapé Mattak Sous l’apparente évidence des formes se cachent une prouesse technique et une exigence de qualité Beneath the seemingly obvious shapes lie technical prowess and a demand for quality. Canapé Mattak Pieds en bois flotté, T issu/cuir Driftwood feet, Fabric/leather L250 P105 H75 cm - réf.F155 10 finitions / 10 finishings

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-11

Canapé Mattak Pieds en bois flotté, T issu/cuir D riftwood feet, Fabric/leather L250 P105 H75 cm - réf.F155 10 finitions / 10 finishings Fauteuil Mattak B ois flotté et textile/cuir D riftwood and fabric/leather L125 P105 H75 cm - réf.F154 10 finitions / 10 finishings F a u t e u i l Ts a l a g i B ois flotté et textile/cuir D riftwood and fabric/leather L80 P90 H70 cm - réf.F079 16 finitions / 16 finishings

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-12

à fleur de peau Sensitivity Tote LOGGLOVE Bois résineux, cuir / Resinous wood, leather Set de 3 pièces de la même couleur (P, M, G) Set of 3 pieces of the same color (S, M, L) 11 finitions disponibles/11 finishings available Petit/Small ø16 H20 cm Moyen/Medium ø25 H30 cm Grand/Large ø33 H35 cm réf. T226 Coussins Cisko T issu / cuir – Fabrics/ Leather 40x40 cm – Ref. T007S (set of 3) 50x50 cm - Ref. T007L (set of 3) 31 finitions / 31 finishings

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Bleu Nature collection 2013-13

collection LogGlove Les bois changent de peau, l’écorce devient cuir. Wood sheds its skin; bark turns into leather.

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.