In May 2015 during Romanian Design Week 2015 Bucharest, Kaptura de Aer designers were the hosts of a syncretic event that aimed to integrate the ephemeral exuberance of flowers in contemporary design and architecture. All through a compelling happening immersed in the plants’ glow and perfume. Such sort of event is rare bird in Romania, where floral design is in germinal state.
Kaptura de Aer invited the prolific floral designer Nicu Bocancea to present a design-led tailored demonstration with architectural flowers, having the product Forêt Étrange flower vase by Kaptura de Aer as inspirational trigger and flower support. The creations subsequently become part of the exhibition until the ephemeral art consumed itself.
The event resulted in a relaxed ambience with beautiful guests among beautiful flowers, all surrounded by beautiful interior design and architecture. The special location of the event, the Cafeteria of Dogarilor Housing Bucharest – an internationally awarded housing project – offered an intimate ambiance through the tenants’ casual activities within the space: coffee break, socializing with the neighbours, lounge time etc.
The event was also intended to highlight the versatility of Forêt Étrange vase, which is made of a spherical cap of solid oak that holds several test tubes supporting the flowers. The vase is constantly readjusting its position. With each new added flower, Forêt Étrange is ‘searching for its place’, thus focusing on the uniqueness and fragility of the plant. The transformation of the flower and the fall of its petals are accompanied by the gentle movements of the flower vase.
Forêt Étrange is conceived in such a way that any flower or plant you place in it, the effect you get is always novel and jazzy. But most important, with all its singularity the vase is subtle enough to be able of fading for maximum ‘flower effect’.
Forêt Étrange altruistically puts the flowers on a pedestal.
https://kapturadeaer.com/portfolio/foret-etrange-flower-vase/
Film by Cristian Stănoiu
Post time: Jun-21-2017