The age-old dictum, Form Follows
Function, basically means that for an object to
perform a certain function, its design should
support that function to the fullest extent
possible. Frank Lloyd Wright challenged that notion
by saying, "Form follows function—that has been
misunderstood. Form and function should be one,
joined in a spiritual union." There's wisdom in his
ideology, and it seems from walking the floor at
both this year's ICFF and i Saloni shows that
furniture designers have struck a balance between
the two. From the whimsical approaches to many
products, it's also evident they've decided fun
should enter into the equation, and we
wholeheartedly agree.
-
form
: designs
that make us want to touch and feel
-
function
:
designs that make us want to simplify—and
beautify
- fun
:
designs that make us want to lighten up
Contemporary Style
Contemporary
style encompasses a range of styles developed in the
latter half of the 20th century. Pieces feature
softened and rounded lines, as opposed to the stark
lines seen in modern design. Interiors contain
neutral elements and bold color and focus on the
basics of line, shape and form.
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