‘The Beauty of Rust’ by Dennis Slootweg
Traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary twist can be found in the hand-crafted works of Dutch designer Dennis Slootweg.
Slootweg recently exhibited with Tiddo de Ruiter as ‘Men at Work’ during Salone del Mobile where he showcased a collection of his most recent works.
With an eye for sustainable design, Slootweg uses old recycled materials which have been gradually deconstructed. Recycled rusted metal is given a second life through a chance to be invigorated and transformed into unique design forms. As Slootweg claims he likes “to play with expectations; completely new products, like my Rust Cupboards made of old metal, thus still invoke a feeling of recognition – almost immediately followed by the sense that there is more at stake.’
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