nendo at art stage singapore marina bay sands singapore

‘dancing squares’ lamp illuminated photos by masayuki hayashi

‘dancing squares’ is the solo show of japanese designer nendo at art stage at marina bay sands in singapore. the series of furniture also by the same name, consists of a bookshelf, stool, table and lamp. ‘we assembled squares to create a sense of motion in this series of objects. one part of the bookshelf is frozen in its cascade of tumbling planes, creating variety in the way books can be stacked. the stool’s twist endows it with visual play. lamps roll about, but are stable thanks to their planes, casting light in different directions. the table leans as though it seems to be falling, but maintains its function as a table. objects placed on it seem to sink into its folds and sways. the different ‘movements’ make balance and unbalance overlap,  as though we are watching the planes themselves dance.’ – nendo. the exhibition is part of the ‘no boundary’ event and runs from january 13th – 16th.

lamps unlit

lamp in its ball and flat form

lamp sketch

‘dancing squares’ shelf

the top box of the shelf is tilted appearing as if it is falling off of the stacked form

shelf sketch

‘dancing squares’ table

the tables are slightly tilted and objects placed inside appear to be sinking inwards

table sketch

‘dancing squares’ stool

front view

the stool’s twisted form engages users in visual play

stool sketch