Fredrikson Stallard's graphic bronze planters

Fredrikson Stallard silver bronze & clay planters

Translation of material, a thread of investigation that runs through Fredrikson Stallard’s work, in this case from clay to white bronze, exposes the incidental nuances from the original form. Photography: William Bunce

(Image credit: William Bunce)

London design duo Fredrikson Stallard have mastered the art of making complex processes look seemingly effortless. Their latest work, a line of monolithic vessels, is no different. Designed to hold plants, both indoors and out, the sculptural ‘Hybridae’ series is made by moulding objects in terracotta, then digitally enlarging them into permanent pieces cast in solid white bronze. The precise process ensures every detail, including fingerprints and traces of machinery, are meticulously captured and magnified in the final shimmering works.

As originally featured in the May 2017 issue of Wallpaper* (W*218)

Hybrideae IV and its creators Patrik Fredrikson and Ian Stallard — Hybrideae IV’ and its creators, Patrik Fredrikson and Ian Stallard

Hybrideae II (left) and Hybrideae IV planters — ’Hybrideae IV’ and its creators, Patrik Fredrikson and Ian Stallard

soft red terracotta planters — The Hybrideae series is the result of shaping minute expressive objects in soft red terracotta and then digitally enlarging these into permanent objects in white bronze

Patrik Fredrikson and Ian Stallard working on the finishing touches of Hybrideae IV — The designers working on the finishing touches of ’Hybrideae IV’

INFORMATION

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Ali Morris is a UK-based editor, writer and creative consultant specialising in design, interiors and architecture. In her 16 years as a design writer, Ali has travelled the world, crafting articles about creative projects, products, places and people for titles such as Dezeen, Wallpaper* and Kinfolk.