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Ulmus Bench
Ulmus bench is made from an Elm tree felled due to Dutch Elm disease from a communal gardens in Kensington three years ago. The benches story began when my client Shiley Hunter decided to salvage some of the wood when it was originally felled, keeping three bits of Elm in her garden until she got in contact to commission this bench, and with it being from a tree in the communal gardens she is a part of it would be a particularly special project to work on.
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The design of the bench is inspired by the intricate patterns found in Elm trees. The legs feature an alternating pattern reminiscent of the tree's branch structure, creating a dynamic and natural look. This alternating motif is also present in the joining section, where it mirrors the repetitions and tapering of Elm leaves, adding a touch of organic elegance to the piece.
reating a project that pays homage to the wood it is made from ensures it remains true to its natural origins. By integrating these natural patterns into multiple elements of the bench, we reflect how nature replicates its intricate designs throughout its entirety, not just in isolated instances.
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