Vitra - Resting Bear

Numerous works by the creative duo Front are dedicated to the systematic observation of animals that sleep or are in hibernation. The fascination for such animals has inspired the ideation of a group of sleeping creatures - Resting Animals - whose poses exude a serene tranquility.

Front

Sofia Lagerkvist and Anna Lindgren are members of the Swedish design studio Front.  Their work is based on joint discussions, explorations and experiments and they collaborate on all projects, from initial ideas to the final product.  Front’s design objects often tell the viewer a story about the design process, material, or conventions within the design field.  Significant in their work is the partial assignment of the design process to animals, computers or machines.  They have worked on various projects such as evolving interiors, exploding objects, robotic furniture and a range of furniture inspired by their fascination with magic.

Vitra

Vitra is a Swiss company that produces furniture and interior design. Known for producing the works of important designers and architects.The headquarters are located in Weil am Rhein, Germany, where the famous Vitra Design Museum is also located.This story starts in the post-war years, when two Americans, both architects, Charles and Ray Eames, decided to help a furniture dealer.The collaboration led them to design and then produce masterpieces for interior design, which are still very current today.