Inverso Design

Product Design Category: Creativity and Functionality

Photo Credits: Solancis

The Inverso Design project, winner of the Stone Design Awards 2022 and developed by Solancis in Alcobaça and created by designers David Amaral and Sara Saramago, proposes a conceptual approach to natural stone furniture design, challenging traditional proportions between table and stool. The piece, simultaneously functional and sculptural, starts from a concept of dynamic connection, materialised by a central pillar that unites its components. With modular construction, it adapts to different spaces, allowing the addition or removal of modules as necessary.

The Alpinina and Estremadura Azul stones were chosen for their chromatic contrast, reinforcing the piece’s visual identity. The low modules explore the richness and robustness of limestone, with details that transmit lightness through gently rounded bases. In environments such as boutiques, these modules can serve for product display, whilst the high module highlights specific elements. In lobbies or public spaces, they function as reception or interaction points.

LOCATION

Portugal

DATE

15/08/2022

STONE(S) USED

Alpinina e Estremadura Azul

AUTHOR

Designers David Amaral e Sara Saramago

ARCHITECTURAL FIRM / DESIGN STUDIO

independente . Designers David Amaral e Sara Saramago

MINING COMPANY / PROCESSING COMPANY

SOLANCIS, Sociedade Exploradora de Pedreiras SA