Royal Botania Wave by Gustav Nyberg and Erik Strom
WAVE will be your favorite place to live, where you leave your troubles behind and go with a wave of well-being. Just let your body float between heaven and earth as it does absolutely nothing. WAVE hammock was designed by Gustav Nyberg and Erik Strom, and has been manufactured by Royal Botania, using only the best craftsmen and the most luxurious materials. The hammock was first exhibited in June 2008 at The Hotel Show in Dubai, which aroused much curiosity and was highly praised for its design.
In most European Design Fair MAISON & OBJET Outdoor / Indoor, WAVE took the place of honor in the exhibition in recognition of the originality of its design. It is considered an exterior cabinet that holds a separate category and not be considered hammock or chaise and umbrella. This is a piece of artwork that combines functionality with beauty and elegance, and those who see it appear immediately encouraged to purchase one.
WAVE continued success in Paris in 2008 by many visitors to stop along the way, smile, point out and comment on its beauty and elegance. Reached levels of unprecedented coverage and won two design awards from the sample: Les Découvertes for creativity, innovation, execution and quality of the work, and the Coup de Coeur for being chosen as the favorite of the sample.
WAVE was chosen favorite in the MAISON & OBJET by several design magazines such as Flirt Le Madame, Marie Claire Maison, Architectural Design, Connaissance des Arts and Made in Design. Without forgetting its electronic media coverage worldwide.
Wave is made of electropolished stainless steel and drilled two types of tissue, one at the top of the roof and one on the bottom of the seat. WAVE is based on a single point at the base creating a unique impression of floating. The construction provides resistance to withstand the weight of people and climatic conditions. Her measurements are 300 cm x 365 cm x 255 cm. Although the material is semitransparent, offers 86% protection against the sun. WAVE is designed to convey the feeling of lying under a tree, surrounded by pleasant countryside. With WAVE you can choose to swing gently or just enjoy the tranquility.
The international design community has spoken and the winner of Best of Year Award (BOYA) of Interior Design magazine in the category of outdoor furniture is: the hammock Botania Royal WAVE. After an intense process of electronic voting, which saw some 30 000 votes of outstanding architects and designers, the finalists were chosen. A jury of design professionals, including the magazine’s editor in chief Cindy Allen, selected the winner in each category. Newcomer to the U.S. market, Royal Botania was first nominated for this award and also took home first prize the honor of Best of Year of Interior Design. Nor was surprised to receive five nominations in the sample design Maison & Objet in Paris. Now, the American community architecture and design will have the opportunity to test the product as it travels across the country in its first national tour.
Unlike any other piece of this kind, there is a hammock or a beach chair and umbrella. This is a work of art that combines functionality with beauty and elegance. Designed by Gustav Nyberg and Erik Ström, Wave is made of electropolished stainless steel and mesh. The canopy and seat sling is made of Batyline. Although the material is semitransparent, offers 86% protection against the sun’s rays. The seat has a removable foam pad on canvas. WAVE is available in white, cappuccino, black or turquoise with two basic options that allow their integration on the terrace or in the land assembly. Although only supports a single point, has some impressive measures 3700 x 2900 x 2500 mm. Its unique construction creates the impression of floating and allows you to withstand the elements. Also you can rotate 90 ° on its base, which gives greater flexibility depending on the position of the sun.
Because of its greatness, not just throw it in the United States. Therefore, the Royal Belgian firm Botania is taking a different approach and has coordinated a national tour. Architects, Designers and design savvy consumers are invited to participate in? Catch the WAVE? while the product crosses the country. Perform strategic stops around events related to design, fashion and film in several cities, including Los Angeles, New York and Miami. Speaking of the elite, the first stop of the tour will be a one-month stay at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Florida and the second a special appearance at the Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
