Introducing “layerability” as this year’s theme, their new collections – Sprout, Restore, Sage – all offer pieces that either stand as individual furnishings or as a foundation that can be built upon or layered with other modules to create a multitude of configurations. Inspired by a variety of motifs and objects, the Sprout, Restore, and Sage collections echo the ‘one-stop shops’ for anyone looking to fill an entire space with seating and case goods.
Designer Mark Goetz casts nature as his muse for the Sprout collection. Consisting of a lounge chair, two-seat sofa, and side table, the collection echoes mid-century modern vibes with strategically stacked bamboo panels, supple citrine leather, and graphic linearity. Cabot Wrenn’s use of bamboo transforms the pieces into lighter, airy objects that can be easily rearranged in settings. Horizontal channel stitching completes the mod look, adding visual dimensionality to the overall collection.
Though subtly simple in design, the Sage collection offers comfort with posture-supportive seat backs and ergonomically curved seat arms and bench edges. Exposed wood envelops the design carving out a linear silhouette for the bench, lounge chair, two-seat and three-seat sofa. The Sage collection is available in a variety of leathers from Cabot Wrenn’s line.
Also designed by Mark Goetz, the Restore collection is comprised of modules that can be attached onto each other to create a grouping or separated to form a cohesive setting for the office or hotel lobby. The Restore chairs and sofas incorporate Goetz’ creative design of armrest schematics into the seat backs to act as both backs and armrests. Visually dramatic lines recur throughout each piece, allowing the capability to act as ‘building blocks’. Whether it’s a chair, two-seat sofa, side table, or three-seat sofa, the Restore encourages endless configurations and arrangements, customizing end results for different environments.
Neocon 2012 is an event for the design contract industry. It was held from June 11-13 at The Merchandise Mart in Chicago.
