“The form of an object results from the idea of grasping it.” (Karl Philipp Moritz)

The majority of mass-produced furniture consists of simple plywood covered with high-quality veneer. I picked up this topic and played with the “precious” surface veneer to expose and draw attention to the underlying core. The pattern in which the wood is cut and the resulting shape defines and brings a dynamic element to the surface; surface and core merge to become one unit. The core material is not simply covered up, but, in a subtle manner, becomes a conceptual part of the furniture.

My handle emerges from the surface material of its base and is turned into an essential part of the structure. The core receives positive attention and is appreciated as part of the design. The handle as an application for objects such as drawers, closets and the like becomes an ornament.

A U-shaped pattern is cut into the surface of the object. The resulting strip is slid up across the grain as far as the strip is wide to create a curve that can easily be gripped by hand. The uncovered area forms a square revealing the core material of the object. The structure is simple and plausible again. The curve theme can be repeated at will and makes for flexibility in design.