peter j. pless at salone satellite 2010

overview of pless' prototypes

at salone satellite 2010 in milan, american product designer peter j. pless participated
in an exhibition showcasing eight of his new prototypes under the theme of 'spaces'.
the collection merges a variety domestic objects such as a leaning mirror which doubles
as a closet storage to a one seater stool which transforms into a meeting space for two.

peter j. pless has been previously selected by designboom to be a part of the
kitchen ecology: recipes for good design exhibition in L.A. for more information
on his showcased design, view designboom's article here.


overview of pless' prototypes


'ripple'
painted MDF, stainless steel
62 cm x 50 cm x 64 cm

the soft waves flowing over the surfaces of the 'ripple' chair draw from memories of
a serene day at the beach.


back view


'tryst'
maple
75 cm x 73 cm x 42 cm

'tryst' is a seat designed for one which becomes transformed into a place for meeting.


'escritoir'
painted aluminum, corian
50 cm x 41cm x 36cm

'escritoir' is a small computer desk that redefines the boundaries of an office environment
allowing for work and play in the comfortable setting of the home.


'escritoir'


'guise'
maple, stainless steel, mirror
168 cm x  50 cm x  40 cm

'guise' is a wood framed leaning mirror that also offers hanging storage space for clothing.


'atelier'
painted MDF, steel, fabric
167 cm x 100 cm x 127 cm

through a shift in scale of a familiar domestic prop, the lamp 'atelier' not only lights a room,
it becomes a room. the interior space within the lamp provides a serene environment that is
free of visual distractions while offering a sense of security.


'prism'
painted wood, acrylic
25 cm x 92 cm x 92 cm

the mirrored interior surfaces of this geometric table titled 'prism' reflect a colorful
interpretation of the surrounding environment.