Extend
An Extendable Bench
Extend is a collapsible bench. The x-frame construction takes inspiration from folding
stools found in ancient Egyptian tombs. By interconnecting individual x-frames,
Extend can be configured as a 2-seater as well as a 50-seater. Its ability to fold
makes it easy to store and transport; An ideal companion for spaces where extra
seating is occasionally needed or for bringing with you. With a frame made from ash,
connected by stainless steel bolts and outdoor-friendly textile seating, Extend can be
disassembled and repaired.
Location: Damietta, Egypt & Copenhagen, Denmark.
Materials: Lacquered ash, Stainless steel 100% and Trevira CS Supported by: Kvadrat. Year: 2023.
Collaboration with Peter van der Beek.
With thanks to Pinocchio in Egypt and Kvadrat.
Location: Damietta, Egypt & Copenhagen, Denmark.
Materials: Lacquered ash, Stainless steel 100% and Trevira CS Supported by: Kvadrat. Year: 2023.
Collaboration with Peter van der Beek.
With thanks to Pinocchio in Egypt and Kvadrat.
Löyly
Floating Sauna
Löyly is a compact sauna measuring 2.2 square meters, designed to comfortably accommodate up to three people and heated by a small wood-burning stove. Its condensed proportions are carefully calibrated to create a warm, intimate atmosphere that encourages stillness and presence. Constructed from Swiss Douglas fir and finished with teak oil, the sauna combines durability with a tactile, natural expression.
The construction draws inspiration from traditional building techniques found in Japan, emphasising precision, simplicity, and material honesty. From within, users can enjoy the enveloping heat while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding lakes and mountains through translucent wall panels, creating a seamless connection between interior and landscape.
Photographer Noé Cotter
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Ecal Diploma Project. Year: 2021
Exhibition at - Espace Arlaud, Ecal Diplomes
The construction draws inspiration from traditional building techniques found in Japan, emphasising precision, simplicity, and material honesty. From within, users can enjoy the enveloping heat while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding lakes and mountains through translucent wall panels, creating a seamless connection between interior and landscape.
Photographer Noé Cotter
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Ecal Diploma Project. Year: 2021
Exhibition at - Espace Arlaud, Ecal Diplomes
EMR Pens
Digital Calligraphy
There is something poetic
about handwriting, feeling it hit the paper as your thoughts
flow through your fingers and
bringing it into words. But
nowadays, traditional handwriting
is gradually being used less.
Instead, new technology has
replaced and perhaps improved
the old writing instrument. The essence of this concept is to get
the real writing effect on the
digital screen. And to be able to
draw or write calligraphy with more
precise and delicate lines on the
display. I’m not designing the
technology; I’m designing the
tools, adding additional features
to the technology.
Photographer Noé Cotter
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Ecal project: Memoire about the writing instrument. Year: 2021
Photographer Noé Cotter
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Ecal project: Memoire about the writing instrument. Year: 2021
Tray Chair
Hidden Storage
The tray is a stackable school chair with integrated storage that keeps students' essentials nearby. The chair is composed of Oregon pine and is stackable. The storage tray under the seat works with a simple hinge so it can be completely enclosed. The handle on the seat allows students to easily carry the chair with their belongings. It provides good protection for students’ belongings.
Photographer Noé Cotter.
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Ecal project: Collaboration with Flokk. Year: 2020.
Photographer Noé Cotter.
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Ecal project: Collaboration with Flokk. Year: 2020.
Air sound
Airport speaker
In public environments, speakers are often treated as purely technical components or concealed as invisible objects. Commonly placed in corners, they are given significantly less design consideration than elements such as lighting. This project proposes a modular speaker system designed specifically for an airport environment, aiming to enhance the spatial atmosphere through a carefully composed ambient soundscape. By integrating the speaker system into the centre of the hall, the design emphasises form and presence, transforming the speaker from a hidden utility into a purposeful architectural element that contributes to both the identity and experience of the space.
Photographer Noé Cotter, Ecal project
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Collaboration with Yamaha Design Laboratory based in Hamamatsu (Japan) and Los Angeles (USA), Year: 2021
Photographer Noé Cotter, Ecal project
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.
Collaboration with Yamaha Design Laboratory based in Hamamatsu (Japan) and Los Angeles (USA), Year: 2021
