Islands
Made by Living Divani
Stephen Burks approaches the Islands collection with a sculptor's instinct. Each free-standing cabinet is wrapped in a perimeter of wooden slats arranged with an apparent irregularity, a gesture that reads differently depending on angle, light, and moment.
At the center of each piece is a pivot mechanism that allows the unit to rotate on itself. Closed, it presents a compact, almost architectural mass. Open, it becomes permeable, the slats casting shadow and inviting air through the interior.
This capacity to shift between states is not a feature so much as a philosophy: that storage can carry atmosphere. Burks, known for his cross-cultural approach to craft and form, channels that sensibility here into an object that refuses a fixed identity.
- Free-standing construction, accessible from multiple sides
- Wooden slat exterior with a considered, irregular rhythm
- Central pivot mechanism for full rotation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pivot mechanism on the Islands cabinet?
The Islands cabinet by Stephen Burks is built around a central pivot that allows the entire unit to rotate on its own axis. This transforms the cabinet from a closed, solid mass into an open, permeable form, changing how light and shadow interact with the wooden slat exterior.
Who is designer Stephen Burks?
Stephen Burks is a New York-based industrial designer recognized for his cross-cultural approach to craft, pattern, and materiality. He has collaborated with leading European and international brands, bringing a distinctive sensitivity to handcraft and rhythm into contemporary production objects.
What materials are used in the Islands collection?
The exterior of the Islands cabinet is composed of wooden slats arranged in a deliberately irregular sequence. The specific wood species and finish options are available through configuration, and the piece is produced by Living Divani in Italy.
Is the Islands cabinet freestanding or wall-mounted?
The Islands cabinet is entirely free-standing, designed to be approached and experienced from multiple sides. Its construction does not require wall attachment, giving it flexibility in placement within a room.
What design tradition does Living Divani represent?
Living Divani is an Italian furniture manufacturer with roots in the Brianza region, known for its rigorous approach to material quality and its long-standing collaborations with architects and designers including Piero Lissoni. The brand occupies a position at the intersection of industrial precision and considered craft.