Be it an artwork or an armchair, a shelving system or a sideboard, statement pieces of furniture designed to stand out in a space are more than merely ornamental – they’re decorative as much as they are functional, but with the added bonus of completely altering the character of a space.
The power of transformation is at the heart of BoConcept’s new Autumn/Winter collection, which looks to statement furniture rooted in creativity and craftsmanship as part of its new-season campaign, encouraging consumers to “see home in a new light”.
“For AW24, we are incredibly excited about the diversity of the new collection,” says collection and visuals director Claus Ditlev Jensen. “What the hero pieces have in common is superior craftsmanship, and their ability to transform the form and feel of a space.”
Among these are the Bellagio sofa, designed by Anders Nørgaard. “If you come into the room, your eyes will be drawn to the sofa, and you’ll simply have to sit on it,” says Nørgaard who adds that its tactile experience is “like sitting in the clouds”, while its channel stitching brings a level of refinement to its already striking design.
The Danish brand’s Santiago collection sees two new additions this season: a round extendable dining table and sideboard, the latter inspired by iconic mid-century designs that conjure feelings of cocktail parties in the Hollywood hills.
One of its more exciting features is the optional bar section with drop-down front, mirror backing and integrated lights that turn on when opened. The bevelled design features are enhanced by a choice of a ceramic or wood top.
Designer Morten Georgsen says the beauty of this piece lies in its balance of form – “Santiago is a statement piece that can easily stand alone because it has extremely beautiful proportions.”
Henrik Pedersen, who designed the heritage-inspired Seoul dining chair, turned to the essence of Danish design for inspiration. Its clean lines and understated elegance are grounded in principles of simplicity, craftsmanship and quality materials that define the Danish aesthetic.
“We wanted to create an ‘all night’ chair – where you can sit and chat all night,” says Pedersen. “The challenge was to achieve a stylish, sleek look without compromising on comfort”. This is aided by the use of shorter armrests that have “a streamlining effect on the design but also, from a functional point of view, is much more comfortable for dining.”
To view the collection, visit BoConcept at Triq tal-Balal, San Gwann.
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