Designed: 2006, launched/ 2008
Drift Concrete Bench
A stray piece of driftwood initiated the design for the Drift bench. The naturally formed fluid lines of that found object provided inspiration for Amanda Levete’s exercises in complex curves, angles and subtracted spaces.
The Drift bench is an extremely sculptural design whose function, as a seating object, is clear although the primary concern for Levete has been translating her organic, highly sensual architectural language into a condensed form. This cast concrete version of the bench is suitable for permanent outdoor use and creates visually exciting solutions for public seating either as part of landscaped outdoor environments such as parks and shopping centres, or garden terraces.
Best Furniture Design, Design Week Awards, 2007
Materials: Cement and crushed white limestone with sealer
Suitable for permanent outdoor use
Size: L288 cm x D87 cm x H42 cm, Seat Depth 42 cm
