"Epiphyte"

A vase inspired by nature and growth…  the spiral and the golden ratio.  Specifically for Epiphytes and alike.

An epiphyte is a plant that grows upon another plant or object, non-parasitically, and derives its moisture and nutrients from the air and rain and sometimes from debris accumulating around it. They are found in the temperate zone (as many mosses, liverworts, lichens and algae) and in the tropics (as many ferns, cacti, orchids, and bromeliads).

In this intance Epiphyte is a metal tree with branches that spiral upwards, each holding their own individual pot and plant.

"Epiphyte - Prototype in steel @ Vivaio 2010"

"Epiphyte prototypes @ Vivaio 2010"

"Epiphyte in Corten"

"Vessels of Information"

A library that recalls a ‘contemporary forest’, expressing concepts of naturalness and sustainability.

The variety of woods selected for the bookshelf exhibit the broad range of finishes available from Vinterio as well as recalling the diversity of such a natural material. The structure and composition of the woods was intentional in evoking a tree’s natural lifecycle; with darker shades at the base of the library, shifting towards lighter ‘new growth’ at the top.
Further analogy between bookshelf and tree is evident in the multi-layered and faceted design; in much the same way a plant’s vessels draw water from the soil, the shelves develop a progression from floor to ceiling carrying books and information.

In collaboration with Luca Fois and Vinterio for the event Surfacin’ during Zona Tortona 2009.

"3d Visualization"

A sculpture designed for DeCastelli to exhibit their range of materials and technical processes.

Shown during the event “Surfacin’ – Materials Innovation” at the Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnica Leonardo da Vinci, Milano as part of the Fuori Salone 2009. It was also exhibited at MADExpo Milano 2010.

"Preliminary Sketch"

"Interior View - looking South-East"

An 18th Century tithe barn in South Wales.  Currently under restoration.

"South Facade"

"Before"

"After"

"Ground Floor Plan"

"First Floor Plan"

More information on the restoration process can be found at the following links:

Roof: http://peteroliverdavies.com/blog/2008/03/04/croesllanfro-barn-beams-02/

Beams: http://peteroliverdavies.com/blog/2008/06/18/croesllanfro-barn-roof-beams-03-2/

Windows: http://peteroliverdavies.com/blog/2009/05/09/croesllanfro-barn-window-installation/

"Kotch - Front"

"Kotch - Side"

Kotch – Kinetic Seating.

Interlocking plywood fins and slats, pegged and glued under tension, create this dynamic form; providing unique support and motion for users during relaxation.

Exhibited in 2004 at New Designers, The Design Centre, London and UNDU graduates, The Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London.