Eco-Art and Upcycling Modern Design

The Diversion Coffee Table

2009-12-23T12:38:00.000-08:00

Mahogany Coffee Table. Interesting. Inspiring. 100% Reclaimed.
Wonderful shape and classic iridescent ribbon wood grain. Rich deep color is the natural aging wood patina from 2 year open air treatment. Clear finish.
Materials : Reclaimed and repurposed tropical forest true mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla, Honduras mahogany).
Dimensions : 45.5 x 25.75 x 18 in. (115.57 x 65.41 x 45.72 cm.)
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

Sunlight image to highlight the depth of wood grain.

Agave Wood Surfboard Table. Elliptical.

2009-12-22T17:26:00.000-08:00

Surfing shape craft and interior design merge. 100% agave wood. Black pigments.
Private commission. 7'7" x 22" x 2".

Eco Art Wall Sculpture : The Fibonacci Series

2008-11-24T19:58:00.000-08:00

"Contendo Lux. Contrast and Light." Wall sculpture.
Geometric forms. Fibonacci series. Create order and steps. The golden ratio.
Origins reclaimed. Black and white. Reclaimed wood art.
Repurposed old growth wood on reclaimed low mass hollow core wood composites.
29.75 x 29.75 x 2.5 in. * 75.57 x 75.57 x 6.35 cm.

This work is on display:
Tuesday, August 25 through Saturday, September 26, 2009.
The Atrium Gallery at Ball State University group art show, "Reclaim, Reuse, Renew".
2000 W. University Ave. Muncie, IN 47306

RB Ergo Vinum."Therefore Wine". Wall sculpture (image below).
Repurposed old growth wood on reclaimed low mass hollow core wood composites.
23.5 x 23.5 x 2 in. * 59.69 x 59.69 x 5.08 cm.
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

This work is on display:

Tuesday, August 25 through Saturday, September 26, 2009.
The Atrium Gallery at Ball State University group art show, "Reclaim, Reuse, Renew".
2000 W. University Ave. Muncie, IN 47306

January 11- March 29,2009
"Progress And Ideals. 21st Century Arts & Crafts"
Muckenthaler Museum. Fullerton, CA

"Natural Elements". Wall sculpture.
Repurposed old growth wood on reclaimed low mass hollow core wood composites.
23.5 x 23.5 x 2 in. * 59.69 x 59.69 x 5.08 cm.

"Contrast and Light No.2". Eco-modern-art wall sculpture.
Repurposed old growth wood on reclaimed birch plywood. Black meets white meets contrast meets 3D.
Fibonacci series at play. 20.5 x 20.5 x 1.5 in. * 52.07 x 52.07 x 3.81 cm.
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

The Praecius Table

2008-03-31T20:30:00.000-07:00

The Praecius table is based on precise design by strictly conforming to natural pattern. The set of concentric black and white squares conform to a 1.0 Fibonacci series found in nature like the petal structure of flowers and the spirals of galaxies. This natural balance is relaxing and pleasing to the eye. Matching conference, dining and end tables available.

Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

Materials : Reclaimed and upcycled wood. Repurposed composite materials. Black, white and clear lacquer.
Dimensions : 32 x 32 x 19 in. (81.28 x 81.28 x 48.26 cm.)

Design comments : To demonstrate the use of reclaimed modern composite wood materials, the Praecius table design uses a reclaimed solid core composite wood Masonite door for the top and a reclaimed wood table base from well made reclaimed consumer furniture. As a note to other designers, I recommend sourcing used furniture for its component parts such as legs and bases and design up from there. Newly constructed legs and bases take time to design and use additional resources to fabricate.

An alternative view and reclaimed steel base.

Upcycled Design Images : The Details Close Up

2008-03-31T12:40:00.000-07:00

Within all my designs the emphasis is on the details to enhance the natural beauty of all materials. Rich and unique, deep and translucent finishes are the essential quality of these works of furniture and functional eco-art and wall sculpture. Designs that honor the past of these reclaimed wood materials harvested generations ago by creating new stimulating objects to value. A visual statement on new possibilities and opportunity from what should never have been discarded. Explore this site further to see the corresponding works.

Vinum A: Rustic

Vinum B : The Vineyard

Veritas: The Wine

Nara : Pushing the Envelope

Contendo : Modern Contrast

Natural Contrast

The Industria and Humanitat Museum Benches

2008-03-31T12:25:00.000-07:00

Two slat platform designs that are multi-functional as a bench or table. These designs are scalable up to 12 feet in length. Over 6 feet a third center leg base is added. Translucent red and dark umber+black finish shown. All black or natural available. Originally designed for museum gallery seating or modern interiors.
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

Materials : Reclaimed and upcycled old growth wood and recycled steel.
Dimensions : 48"(l) x 15"(w) x 18"(high).

The "Industria" 45 degree bench.

The "Humanitat" 90 degree bench.

Humilitas Table

2008-03-31T12:20:00.000-07:00

A tall coffee table with thicker design elements shown. Scalable up to conference table size. The concentric color design unifies red and black, flowing with the natural wood grain.
Transparent color and stain on wood. Varnish.
Materials : Reclaimed and upcycled old growth American heart pine. Oak edge banding.
Dimensions : 22.5 x 56 x 1.5 in.thick x 18.5 in. high.
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

Design comments : Working with reclaimed wood and eliminating waste means considering the original dimensions of the raw materials and how they will be scaled into the finished design. The materials for this table are thicker so instead of cutting the materials down to fit a preconceived notion of element design, the robust elements are preserved.

Visuals : Upcycled Designs

2008-02-06T20:59:00.000-08:00

A sampling of my upcycling eco-art-furniture. Designs for living by engaging and stimulating the senses. All component materials are reclaimed, repurposed and upcycled.

Liberitas Table an Upcycling Creation

2006-09-13T20:09:00.000-07:00

Inspirations: Fibonacci series and ratios. The natural warmth of copper metal.

End table size shown.
This design is scalable to matching coffee and dining table sizes.
Imagine the power and beauty of the rectangular conference table size!
Materials : Reclaimed old growth wood. Copper leaf. Transparent stain and color.
Time is a measure, contrasting light and dark design is eternal.
End table dimensions : 18 x 18 x 16 in.(h).
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

RB Coffee Table. Surfing Inspired.

2006-01-19T14:53:00.000-08:00

Red compliments black. 99% upcycled material content .

Red complimenting black nicely here. Scalable table design, from end to dining to conference table size to sit 12. Transparent stain and color on wood.

Materials : Reclaimed and upcycled vertical grain old growth wood.
Table dimensions : 54.5 in x 19.5 in. x 18 in. high.
Rod iron base is shown for coffee table size. Reclaimed steel base. 18 in.(h).
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

This piece is on display January 11- March 29,2009
"Progress And Ideals. 21st Century Arts & Crafts"
Muckenthaler Museum. Fullerton, CA

"Patientia" Black and White. Wall Art.

2006-01-19T14:35:00.000-08:00

Eco-art wall sculpture.

Art. Wall hanging. Transparent color and stain on wood. Lacquer.
Design can be scaled into other interior furnishings. See table and wall sculpture shown.
Original designs. 1994-2008.
Materials: Reclaimed and upcycled wood.
Dimensions : 74 x 24 x 3/4 in.
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

"Castitas" Low Table.

2006-01-19T14:30:00.000-08:00

My ode to honor grand ancient trees that are living no more.
"Castitas" : Courage and boldness.
Dimensions 40 x 16 x 10 in.(h).
Materials : Reclaimed and upcycled old growth wood. Transparent color/stain.

The inspiration for this piece comes from heroic tree sitters showing courage and boldness
that risk much to protect ancient old growth trees.
Scalable design for tables or cabinet doors.
Available for purchase. upcycler.etsy.com

Wood and Color Squares. Eco-Art.

2006-01-18T16:56:00.000-08:00

Displaying some 18 x 18 in. samples. The possibilities.

These designs can be scaled into many square and rectangular dimensions.
Picture your next dining or conference table.
Materials : Reclaimed old growth wood. Transparent stain and color.

"Liberalitas" Table. Copper on Upcycled Wood.

2006-01-18T15:19:00.000-08:00

Unique
Table top. Scalable design. Adaptable for wall sculpture hanging. Art.
Materials : Reclaimed wood. Transparent color/stain. Copper leaf.
Dimensions : 18 x 18 x 1in.

Black, Red and Silver Combination

2006-01-18T15:14:00.000-08:00

Re-design adds value.
One of 2 matched end tables. New finish design increased value 5x.
Materials : Reclaimed and refinished wood furniture.
Dimensions : 29 x 20 x 18in.(h).