Designer
Barber & Osgerby
Both were born in 1969 and in 1996 they founded their design and architecture studio. In 2012, their torch illuminated the Olympic Games in London. Although known for their constant quest for innovative technologies, they reconnected with traditional woodworking for the Tecto bench, drawing inspiration from wooden roof frames
Their collection for Tectona: Tecto
Airy structure.. Tecto is a good illustration of Tectona’s devotion to the craft of woodworking. Assembly is by dowelled mortise-and-tenon joints as traditionally used in roof frames, while the detail of the wooden plugs inserted in the direction of the grain to conceal screws provides an unhindered view of the bench structure. The arrangement of the horizontal teak slats, a subtle interplay between solid and empty lines, is captivating. As for function, the bench is an invitation to relax: the high backrest and the gently inclined seat maximise comfort.
