ThingsAmongMany

During my web travels yesterday, I came across the website of designer Jolyon Yates. All I have to say is WOW! I can’t believe I’ve not seen more of his work before. Yates has designed a unique series of seating pieces called ODE. Each piece is an ode – traditionally “a lyrical poem that pays respect to that which inspired it” – to something in nature that’s inspired the designer.

His pieces are mostly made from ash or birch woods, though he does have a design or two available in resin as well. The shapes are fantastically flowing, almost organic, in design and beg the eye to linger.

In a world of loveless volume manufacturing, ODEChairs display soul by reflecting the care and honesty with which they have been conceived and crafted.

Definitely take the time to peruse his site. The photography alone is worth looking at, but the pieces are also gorgeous!