Mater Catalogue 2015
23Pages

DESIGN CRAFTSMANSHIP ETHICS

a b o u t m at e r Mater (Latin for mother) is a Danish design brand, recognized and applauded as a global pioneer in creating sustainable, eco-conscious, socially responsible design. Our core business model and philosophy is based on 3 key principles; design, craftsmanship and ethics. Together with a group of selected designers we strive to create timeles, beautiful and durable products that can be enjoyed, cherishished and maintain for a life time. We combine exclusive high-end furniture and lighting with employment opportunities and methods that support local people, their craft...

D e sign p h il o s o p h y “For every one of the millions of products we use to improve our lives, there are associated environmental, ethical and social consequences. Some products have a small environmental bearing while others consume finite resources in vast quantities. We strive to avoid and minimize the adverse impact on society, focusing on ethical criteria while creating sensual, timeless and durable products that will both stand the test of time and inspire the consumer to cherish and savor.” Henrik Marstrand, CEO & founder of Mater

h ig h s t o o l The Mater High Stool is designed by the Danish architect duo Space Copenhagen and regarded as a “New Danish Classic”. It is a high stool that can be used in multiple settings and for everyday use. It is crafted in various materials with sustainable and socially responsible methods. The wood is FSC certified (the label for responsible forestry) with a water based stain and the aluminum is derived from recycled old car components. High Stool, page 31 Luiz Pendel, page 34 5

b o wl t a b l e The Bowl Table is designed by the Indian designer, Ayush Kasliwal. The table top is made from Indian mango wood that is cut down once the productive life of the tree is over and another one is planted to replace it. The table top is turned manually on a lathe, showcasing the skill of Kharadi, an Indian wood turning community and supports their local skills. The finish used on the table top is a lead free water based PU lacquer and respects the local environment. The legs are made of milled hollow steel rods and can be detached for ease of labor and transportation. Bowl...

S h e ll L o u ng e & dining c h a i r The Shell Chair is designed by the American designer Michael Dreeben and inspired by traditional craft practices in North India, particularly saddle making. Exquisite saddles have been produced in India for centuries and although some horse culture persists, it’s disminshing as India becomes more technologically developed. The Shell Chairs attempt to revitalize this skilled trade by providing leather stitching artisans with a global market for their craft and hopefully encourage them to pass it on to younger generations. The wooden frame is crafted...

sid e b o a r d This elegant handcrafted sideboard is designed by the Danish Soren Rose Studio. It is made from Indian mango wood that is cut down once the productive life of the tree is over and another one is planted to replace it and is sustainable like the Mater Bowl Table. The finish of the mango wood is done with leadfree water based PU lacquers and respects the local environment. This multi use sideboard can be placed anywhere in a room and has a beautiful solid wooden back. Sideboard, page 36 Dome Lamp, page 34 11

Sophie mirror Sophie is designed by the young French designer, Jean-Francois Merillou. The design is inspired by an old barrel and follows the sizes and materials of our highly successful Bowl Table range. Nails hammered by hand resembles the craftsmanship of making a barrel. The spacing around the mirror accentuates the circle and a shadow is created on the wood giving a feeling of the depth – like a barrel. Sophie Mirror, page 34 Dome Lamp, page 34 Sideboard, page 36

cl o u d y c h a i r l o u ng e The Cloudy Lounge Chair is designed by the Spanish design duo Stone Designs. The inspiration for the Cloudy Chair arose in the woods of Romania while looking up at the trees trying to find a ray of light over the clouds. It is made of FSC certified oak veener with a black water based stain and respects the local environment. Cloudy Chair Lounge, page 35 Sideboard, page 36 15

Terho L amp The Terho lamp is designed by the Finnish designer Maija Puoskari. Terho means acorn in Finnish and the name simply refers to the organic and appealing shape of acorns found in nature. The enchanting color of alder wood (FSC certified) and the hand blown white glass opal are an unique combination of design seldomly seen. The Terho lamp can be used individually or as a collective of different sizes in a small group. Terho Lamp, page 32 Box System, page 32 17

S h e ll b a r s t o o l The Shell Barstool is an interpretation of the Shell Chair and is also designed by the American designer Michael Dreeben. It is inspired by traditional craft practices in North India, particularly saddle making. The added backrest makes this barstool comfortable with a stylish silhouette and the swivel seat makes it funtional for the home or bars and restaurants. The wooden frame is crafted from FSC certified wood with a waterbased stain and respects the local environment. Shell Barstool, page 35 19

T r u m p e t c o a t s t a nd The Trumpet Coatstand is designed by the Danish architect duo Space Copenhagen. The nine discs in three different sizes are fitted to the stand using turned wooden dowels. Each component in the wooden version is turned manually on a lathe, showcasing the skill of Kharadi, an Indian wood turning community and supports their local skills. The raw material of the aluminum version is derived from recycled old car components and other aluminum waste that is collected through the workshop participation in the sustainable program Susbiz India. The Trumpet Coatstand...

The Musket Room, New York: High Stool black stained beechwood Interior design by Alexander Waterworth Interiors. Photo credit: Emily Andrews