BOLDER IS BETTER

ONE OF THE MOST EVIDENT AESTHETICS WE NOTICED AT STOCKHOLM THIS YEAR WAS DESIGNS THAT PACK A PUNCH IN TERMS OF SCALE, FORM, COLOUR AND PATTERN. WHETHER THROUGH OVERSIZED PIECES, UNCONVENTIONAL FORMS, OR BOLD COLOURS AND PATTERNS, DESIGNS THAT MAKE A STATEMENT ARE ON THE RISE.

Bolder is better. This theme has been driven by a desire for furniture that is not only functional but also adds character to a space, helping to fuel creativity, encourage collaboration and create a unique spatial experience.

We saw several pieces that not only make a bold statement but also provide ample seating for comfort, relaxation or social interaction. Fogia lent into generous, striking form and colour in their concept store, where they displayed the Socialclub armchair designed with Anna von Schewen in bold red, with adjustable arms that can either fold in to create a cosy area for focus, or fold out, opening up the sitter’s space to the outside world.

Meanwhile, Lammhult showcased the expressive new Bau modular system, by Note, in a vivid orange fabric. The collection can be employed as a solitary easy chair or combined to create a playful variety of seating configurations.

There were bold explorations of texture and pattern in fabrics, too. Kirkby Design’s richly textured Spiral fabric, made of recycled materials, was used in Massproductions’ and SA Möbler’s furniture, while their Gobi bouclé weave was shown on Blå Station’s pieces. Friends & Founders exhibited their furniture in Dedar’s striking Tiger Beat print, one of our favourite patterns from the fair.

Additionally, a highlight for us was NCS’s talk

‘Colour Trends 2024+’, which emphasised the use of chromatic colours and linked the new ‘active’ mindset and desire for change among younger generations with a more boldly colourful future. Watch the full talk here

CLOCKWISE FROM BOTTOM LEFT: BAU CHAIR, LAMMHULTS / MAX CHAIR, BLÅ STATION / TIGER BEAT, DEDAR

Themes

LEFT: SPIRAL, KIRKBY / ÄLVSJÖ GÅRD EXHIBITION, SFF