Più Objects by Filip Tack
Art & Design
In a departure from conventional furniture collections, Belgian designer Filip Tack has unveiled a series of meticulously crafted objects that challenge the boundaries between functional necessity and sculptural presence.
The Più objects series, developed through extensive material research and artisanal collaboration, presents a nuanced exploration of domestic archetypes reimagined through a contemporary lens.
Each piece within the series emerges from a rigorous investigation of essential living patterns, informed by anthropological studies including Peter Menzel's seminal work documenting material culture across global households. This research manifests in a collection that transcends mere furniture to become what Tack describes as "objects for living" - pieces that evolve with their inhabitants while maintaining an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship.
The collection's material palette centers on natural oak, offered in either its raw state or with a sophisticated black stain treatment. Each piece is handcrafted in Belgium, bearing individual numbering that speaks to its limited production nature. The manufacturing process emphasizes what Tack terms "slow furniture," where traditional woodworking techniques merge with contemporary engineering solutions.
Among the standout pieces is the 'chll' seating element, which demonstrates Tack's innovative approach to user interaction. The chair's inclination can be modified through an ingenious mechanism that allows a structural element to be repositioned between the side and back, creating varying degrees of recline while maintaining visual coherence.
