Dezeen Showroom: made of wood and brass, the Torii bench by London-based furniture maker Ultramar Studio has a sculptural shape based on Japanese torii gates.
The Torii bench features a striking combination of curved and straight cylindrical wooden components, which together evoke the shape of the traditional gates that stand in front of Shinto shrines.
The Torii bench is based on traditional Japanese torii gates
Ultramar was founded by designer Ewan Lamm, who was born and raised in Hong Kong and produces work that melds Eastern and Western cultural influences.
"The mythology surrounding Japanese Torii gates is deeply alluring ? their spiritual presence embodies a blend of tranquillity and mystique that I find captivating," said Lamm. "The Torii pieces aim to capture this essence, enriching spaces with a sense of enigmatic calm." The piece is a follow-up to Ultramar's earlier stool design
The Torii bench is a follow-up to Lamm's smaller Torii stool, which was released in 2023.
Each piece is finished with a coloured linseed oil stain that creates a bold appearance while revealing the grain of the wood. The ends of the seat components are capped with metal discs made from aged brass.

Product details:
Product: Torii

Designer: Ewan Lamm

Brand: Ultramar Studio

Contact: [email protected]
Material: wood and brass

Colours/finishes: red-stained wood, black-stained wood or custom wood stain colours

Dimensions: 1580 x 490 x 500 millimetres
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