SENSU BS01 BOOKCASE BY EVA SZUMILAS

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SENSU BS01 BOOKCASE
BY EVA SZUMILAS

EXCLUSIVELY FOR STUDIOTWENTYSEVEN

NUMBERED EDITION
SIGNED, SERIAL NUMBER AND CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
SENSU COLLECTION
YEAR 2023

ANIGRE
BRASS HANDLES
THREE SOFT CLOSE DOORS
ONE SOFT CLOSE DRAWER
EIGHT OPEN STORAGE SPACES

IN H 68.1 W 79.9 D 21.2
CM H 173 W 203 D 54

CUSTOM SIZE OR FINISH ON REQUEST

HANDCRAFTED IN LEBANON

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The SENSU Collection is an exquisite fusion of antiquity and modernity, east and west, the organic and the geometric, drawing inspiration from the venerable legacy of Japanese Sensu folding fans. Cherished for centuries as expressions of respect, good wishes, and communication, sensu fans hold great cultural and historical importance, from their ceremonial use to their role in performing arts and tea ceremonies. The Sensu Collection pays homage to this tradition, embracing the refined aesthetics of the fans, translating them into utterly contemporary works that embody the spirit of Japanese heritage and grace

A tribute to the enduring elegance of sensu fans and Japanese minimalism, each handcrafted work combines tradition with innovation in both form and material. The collection is primarily crafted with geometric precision from Anigre Wood, renowned for its lustrous grain and warm hues, and timeless travertine, evoking the serene beauty of Japanese landscapes. Oxidized Brass handles adds a touch of understated luxury to the cabinetry and Resin tabletops reference Japan’s meditative pond gardens

Through masterful interplay of these materials and ingenuity of design, the collection invited reflection and celebration alike. In exploring the cultural legacy of Sensu fans, Szumilas brings us a contemporary vision of ancient Japanese principles that finds joy in simplicity

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BIOGRAPHY

Eva Szumilas

Born Wroclaw, Poland, 1977

Eva Szumilas is a Polish-born architect and furniture designer based in Beirut. Influenced by her life experience in, and passion for both Middle Eastern and European cultures, her work is a poetic blend of functionality and a robust aesthetic vocabulary. Szumilas creates contemporary, minimalist furniture in the spirit of traditional decorative art that prizes beauty, aesthetics, purity, and elegance. Using noble materials and superior craftsmanship, she composes timeless, pure, and discreet designs that bring harmony to any space

With a Master’s degree in Architecture and City Planning from the University of Wroclaw, Szumilas has lived and worked in Cyprus and Ireland before establishing her studio in Beirut in 2010

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The Sense Collection is an exquisite fusion of antiquity and modernity, drawing inspiration from the venerable legacy of Japanese Sensu folding fans. Cherished for centuries as expressions of respect, good wishes, and communication, sensu fans hold great cultural and historical importance, from their ceremonial use to their role in performing arts and tea ceremonies. The Sensu Collection pays homage to this tradition, embracing the elegance and refined aesthetics of the fans, translating them into utterly contemporary works that embody the spirit of Japanese heritage and grace

A testament to the enduring elegance and refined aesthetics inherent in the fans, each work combines tradition with innovation in both form and in the selection of exquisite materials. Anigre wood, renowned for its lustrous grain and warm hues, infuses the works with a sense of natural beauty and refinement. Oxidized Brass adds a touch of understated luxury and a hint of antiquity. The timeless elegance of Travertine evokes a sense of harmony and balance, reflecting the serene beauty of Japanese landscapes.

Through masterful interplay of these materials and ingenuity of design, the collection not only pays tribute to the cultural legacy of Sensu fans but also celebrates contemporary and heritage craftsmanship alike. The Sensu Collection is exclusively for STUDIOTWENTYSEVEN

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