In the case of tiles, are you within the camp that considers them as purely aesthetic or completely useful? There’s no scarcity of lovely tiles on the market – ceramic, marble, terrazzo, concrete – however past including visible curiosity and defending partitions and surfaces, they often aren’t thought-about all that utilitarian. That was earlier than Paris-based studio Unknown, Untitled launched UU Tiles, a set the place ceramic tiles can double as useful hooks and minimalist wall lamps, mixing seamlessly into the tiling whereas additionally quietly standing out.
Initially launched as a analysis challenge, UU Tiles developed right into a full-blown assortment in collaboration with a historic Normandy tile producer. It challenges preconceived notions about what tiles are – and what they are often. Quite than giving into the development of mobility and adaptability, the place design might be and are inspired to be, swapped out as wanted, Unknown, Untitled leans into the sustainability of permanence, utilizing the mounted nature of tiling as a chance to construct in operate.
The gathering contains three elements: plain tiles, ceramic hooks, and ceramic wall lamps, every of which shares the identical tile-based attachment system. Due to their an identical dimensions and tonal choices, the useful tiles mix superbly with the ornamental ones, creating what the studio calls “a bodily interface between the structure and the residing area. Whether or not you’re hanging up a coat or lighting up a hallway, the tile stays fixed, a quiet however intentional design element.
At the same time as a standalone object, the hooks and lights are a pleasant expression of coloration and type. The look is clear, minimal, and unexpectedly heat, with shiny surfaces that mirror each gentle and intention. Every choices is offered in a wide range of colours.
The concept of everlasting storage and lighting might sound a tad intimidating. In spite of everything, swapping out tiles is a little more labor-intensive than altering out a lamp or a hook, however this permanence generally is a good factor. It invitations a extra considerate method to design, one which values longevity and encourages us to think about the earth’s restricted capability to soak up our extra. In a world the place a lot finally ends up discarded, there’s one thing quietly radical about committing to one thing constructed to final.
Each the lamps and hooks can be utilized as standalone items with out the clean tiles surrounding them for a minimalist look.
To study extra about UU Tiles by Unknown, Untitled, go to uutiles.com.
Pictures by Stanislas Wolff.
Artwork Route by Twice studio.
Set Design by Nara World.
