david clarke: unusable tableware

‘collect’, 2010 all images © david clarke, 2010

british silversmith david clarke creates work which engages and challenges domestic objects. his aesthetic relates to the subversive nature in which he responds to the traditions of his craft, often result in surprising outcomes.

his recent project is a series of ‘unusable tableware’ made from electro plated nickel, silver and pewter, with exaggerated forms or unexpected flourishes which would not typically be seen in utensil design.

‘collect’, 2010

‘sofa’, 2010

‘sofa’, 2010

‘sofa’, 2010

‘sofa’, 2010

‘shallow spoon’, 2010

design-aerobics ‘food’ course open for enrollment designboom is currently offering an online design education course on the topic of ‘food’, which is now available for purchase. from its packaging to the surroundings in which it’s consumed, this course provides a good taste of design in the food sector. see how to enroll here.