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The playful aspect comes from how I interact with life, the monocle through which I analyse it. In my designs I include raw elements and use rough techniques, highlighting both the balance and the contrast between vulnerability and power.
My intention is to bring forward an essential perspective that is not often spoken about.
I center my work around the interplay between strong and weak points, which encourages observers to raise certain questions. Their influence can change not only how we reflect upon our emotions and the way we perceive others, but also how we view design altogether, because it proposes a new outlook on it. The goal is to make people unsure, doubtful, but eventually give in to novelty and trust the creative process. The connection between creation and observer, in addition to the general interactions are crucial to the integrity of my design.
All things considered, the stance we take towards the world can bend in seconds when opposing viewpoints challenge it.
-Filip Pișta
Glass Hammer
For this piece I used a Prince Rupert's Drop to design an atypical hammer, perfectly capturing the delicate balance between power and vulnerability. The hammer's face, made from the robust head of a glass drop, contrasts with its delicate tail, drawing attention to the interaction between fragility and strength during the creative process. Testing conventional notions of trust and fear, ‘The Glass Hammer’ represents an analogy for the bond between my work and I.
I collaborated with Tiddo de van der Schueren to create a glass shaping lathe; the lathe was powered by combining a regular bicycle with a fitness cycle. With this invention, we were able to use the energy generated by human cycling to create glass objects. Our experiment demonstrated how to use it by using a metal rod and a torch to shape a Corona glass bottle while the lathe was spinning.
'The Staple' collection introduces an innovative technique which defies traditional joinery. At first glance it invites skepticism over its durability, only to prove its strength and longevity by utilising precisely shot staples. This craft redefines expectations, making it a conversation piece for any space.
Lucy Binks, Lihi Dunsky, and I collaborated on the Bamboo Coffee Table, which challenges convention with its unique design. This table is a combination of materials and techniques, featuring bamboo, cast aluminum, and hammered steel combined with slumping glass. It goes beyond practicality to become a conversation-starting statement piece that highlights the value of teamwork and creativity.