THE CANOPY COLLECTION
L A Y E R x R Æ B U R N
Allermuir are delighted to have supported a recent collaboration between LAYER and RÆBURN on the canopy collection, a family of rocking chairs and screens made from steel frames and recycled parachute material. Launched during 2019’s London Design Festival in RÆBURN’s new store in central London, the collaboration brings together the respective brands’ passion for sustainability.
The limited edition canopy collection celebrates innovative thinking from both the industrial design and fashion worlds, the simple pieces are made using welded steel frames produced by Allermuir and within these frames, the recycled parachute material is inserted to form the body of the chairs and screens.
Throughout the design process, LAYER and RÆBURN explored the RÆBURN archives and the way the studio re-contextualises surplus parachutes to create iconic fashion. These ideas were then developed to explore how the material could be utilised for furniture design. The teams focused their research on surplus ex-military parachutes and aircraft brake parachutes, looking at their unique structure, translucency, and tactility. The ability to layer the ultra-thin ripstop nylon to create durable furniture pieces with innovative forms was a particular area of interest.
About RÆBURN
Christopher RÆBURN has established his eponymous brand RÆBURN with innovative and responsible design for a global audience. The RÆMADE ethos in particular has pioneered the reworking of surplus fabrics and garments to create distinctive and functional pieces. Alongside this, a highly collaborative spirit informs luxurious, handcrafted and award-winning products with integrity and purpose. This innovative approach, with an unusual balance of high concept, accessibility and wearability, is applied to menswear, womenswear, luggage and accessories. With its RÆBURN Lab in the heart of East London, RÆBURN is stocked in the best stores globally and receives media coverage worldwide.
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