formafantasma (30 articles)
formafantasma turns volcanic lava into earthy tiles at milan design week
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the 'excinere' collection is suitable for both interior and exterior surfaces and has been created in collaboration with dzek.
the 'excinere' collection is suitable for both interior and exterior surfaces and has been created in collaboration with dzek.
formafantasma draws parallels between concrete and alcantara at MAXXI exhibition
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the result is an installation that recreates a physical and mental environment that highlights the importance a material can have in the work of a designer.
the result is an installation that recreates a physical and mental environment that highlights the importance a material can have in the work of a designer.
formafantasma explores mass-produced color variations with CEDIT cromatica
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influenced by an ettore sottsass color palette, the panels of the 'cromatica' collection combine to reveal a wealth of shades, reflections and depth.
influenced by an ettore sottsass color palette, the panels of the 'cromatica' collection combine to reveal a wealth of shades, reflections and depth.
formafantasma creates cylindrical vases with cracks and imperfections for bitossi
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clay by formafantasma is a series of lathe-turned vases with torn off edges presented alongside three decorative elements based on designs by aldo londi.
clay by formafantasma is a series of lathe-turned vases with torn off edges presented alongside three decorative elements based on designs by aldo londi.
formafantasma intersperses vivid color pigments for nude glass collection
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composed of serving plates and containers, the formafantasma pigmento range for nude emphasizes the craft of mouth-blown glass with episodes of brightly colored explosions.
composed of serving plates and containers, the formafantasma pigmento range for nude emphasizes the craft of mouth-blown glass with episodes of brightly colored explosions.
formafantasma uses electronic waste to create office furniture concepts
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'ore streams' investigates the recycling of precious electronic waste, building furniture concepts from iphones and computers.
'ore streams' investigates the recycling of precious electronic waste, building furniture concepts from iphones and computers.
exhibit columbus installations include urban interventions by snarkitecture + formafantasma
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the five projects comprise a white ‘playhouse’, which has been inserted in an alleyway between two buildings, and a mini-museum made from glazed volcanic bricks.
the five projects comprise a white ‘playhouse’, which has been inserted in an alleyway between two buildings, and a mini-museum made from glazed volcanic bricks.
CEDIT - ceramiche d'italia enriched in design history and excellence
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with renowned collaborations with ettore sottsass, alessandro mendini and pier giacomo castiglioni, CEDIT - ceramiche d'italia releases its latest contemporary collection with »
with renowned collaborations with ettore sottsass, alessandro mendini and pier giacomo castiglioni, CEDIT - ceramiche d'italia releases its latest contemporary collection with studio formafantasma and martino gamper.
CEDIT - ceramiche d'italia debuts new creations at milan design week 2017
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leading italian ceramics company, CEDIT – ceramiche d’italia, showcases their latest collaborations with studio formafantasma and martino gamper, as well as the launch of the »
leading italian ceramics company, CEDIT – ceramiche d’italia, showcases their latest collaborations with studio formafantasma and martino gamper, as well as the launch of the CEDIT prize.
formafantasma presents their first industrially-produced lighting objects for flos
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‘WireRing’ and ‘blush lamp’ are two luminaries that stand out due to their aesthetic that links craft, industry, object, and user.
‘WireRing’ and ‘blush lamp’ are two luminaries that stand out due to their aesthetic that links craft, industry, object, and user.
studio formafantasma's experiments with light at milan's spazio krizia
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the 'foundation' exhibition showcases a display of studies and the groundwork for the studio's current and future developments in the field of lighting.
the 'foundation' exhibition showcases a display of studies and the groundwork for the studio's current and future developments in the field of lighting.
studio formafantasma brings roman antiquity + materiality to design miami/ basel with 'delta' collection
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a very definitive selection of materials, including: marbles, metals, porcelain and wood that recall precipitate and deposit found in a delta, are used to form a family of »
a very definitive selection of materials, including: marbles, metals, porcelain and wood that recall precipitate and deposit found in a delta, are used to form a family of lighting, tableware vessels, an oil lantern, a cabinet and a mirror.
formafantasma creates an encounter with anticipation for LEXUS during milan design week
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italian designers andrea trimarchi and simone farresin of the studio have created three site-specific installations, including the venue for the LEXUS design award 2016, which »
italian designers andrea trimarchi and simone farresin of the studio have created three site-specific installations, including the venue for the LEXUS design award 2016, which designboom has once again co-organized this year.
design indaba: interview with andrea trimarchi + simone farresin of formafantasma
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formafantasma gives us an in depth look at their creative process, in which they integrate traditional craft into their contemporary practice.
formafantasma gives us an in depth look at their creative process, in which they integrate traditional craft into their contemporary practice.
formafantasma designs water purification crystal collection for J.& L. lobmeyr
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the crystal glassware collection and bronze strainers are designed with etched patterns making tap water more than just a drink from the sink.
the crystal glassware collection and bronze strainers are designed with etched patterns making tap water more than just a drink from the sink.
formafantasma transforms mount etna lava into experimental furniture
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the de natura fossilium collection brings the sicilian landscape and the forces of nature together as facilities for production.
the de natura fossilium collection brings the sicilian landscape and the forces of nature together as facilities for production.
formafantasma: the stranger within at MAK - vienna design week
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the geymullerschlossel provides the backdrop for a contemporary design intervention: the exhibit deals with the fascination evoked by the 'exotic.'
the geymullerschlossel provides the backdrop for a contemporary design intervention: the exhibit deals with the fascination evoked by the 'exotic.'
fabrica: drawing glass collection at maison et objet
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the fabrica design team has developed a collection of glass vessels that stem from hand drawings, scaled 1:1 compositions and representations made up of lines on paper.
the fabrica design team has developed a collection of glass vessels that stem from hand drawings, scaled 1:1 compositions and representations made up of lines on paper.
studio formafantasma creates souvenir for the city of vienna
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the deck of playing cards are loaded with historical references which speak of both the history and modern day life in vienna.
the deck of playing cards are loaded with historical references which speak of both the history and modern day life in vienna.
formafantasma: charcoal for the vitra design museum
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the holland-based studio's latest project draws on the tension between the dystopian connotation of charcoal, causing pollution and destruction while also being employed in »
the holland-based studio's latest project draws on the tension between the dystopian connotation of charcoal, causing pollution and destruction while also being employed in healthcare and water purification.
formafantasma: light species for booo!
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for milan design week 2012, the studio displays a special edition 'botanica' model and a translucent production version of their pendant lamps for booo! design.
for milan design week 2012, the studio displays a special edition 'botanica' model and a translucent production version of their pendant lamps for booo! design.
formafantasma: colony for gallery libby sellers
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the new body of textile works continues the studio's investigation of geo-politcial (and pertinent) issues of immigration, assimilation and the historical cross-flow of cultural »
the new body of textile works continues the studio's investigation of geo-politcial (and pertinent) issues of immigration, assimilation and the historical cross-flow of cultural currents between north africa and italy.
formafantasma: botanica
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commissioned by the plart foundation, 'botanica' by formafantasma investigates natural polymers of the pre-plastic era, creating pieces that simultaneously reference the »
commissioned by the plart foundation, 'botanica' by formafantasma investigates natural polymers of the pre-plastic era, creating pieces that simultaneously reference the aesthetics of the archaic past, recent history, and contemporary approach to product design.
studio formafantasma at milan design week 2011
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the studio presents four new projects for nodus, dilmos, flat design and the plart foundation on the occasion of milan design week 2011.
the studio presents four new projects for nodus, dilmos, flat design and the plart foundation on the occasion of milan design week 2011.
formafantasma: bio baked 'autarchy' design
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'autarchy' is an installation which pays homage to the uncomplicated, simple, everyday life. it proposes an autonomous way of producing goods and outlines a hypothetical scenario »
'autarchy' is an installation which pays homage to the uncomplicated, simple, everyday life. it proposes an autonomous way of producing goods and outlines a hypothetical scenario where a community embraces a serene calm, where nature is personally cultivated, harvested and processed, to feed and make tools to serve human necessities.
formafantasma: autarchy
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'autarchy' is an installation consisting of a collection of functional and durable vessels and lamps, that have been naturally desiccated or low temperature baked, produced with a »
'autarchy' is an installation consisting of a collection of functional and durable vessels and lamps, that have been naturally desiccated or low temperature baked, produced with a bio-material composed of 70% flour, 20% agricultural waste, and 10% natural limestone.
formafantasma: baked
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'baked' draws on salemi, the sicilian folk event, where a flour based material is used to create architectural decorations. the project pays homage to bread and flour - essential »
'baked' draws on salemi, the sicilian folk event, where a flour based material is used to create architectural decorations. the project pays homage to bread and flour - essential materials which accompany our daily life - and to the craftsmanship of baking and cooking.
formafantasma: set in concrete
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the designers of formafantasma created the series 'set in concrete' to prevent object from being used and disposed of right away
the designers of formafantasma created the series 'set in concrete' to prevent object from being used and disposed of right away
