- ALUMINUM FORMWORK SERIES -

Aluminum formwork (“AL – FORM”) is used to create various types of concrete structures for architectural framing. Inspired by the cycle process of ‘Production – Rental – Repair – Dissolution – Reproduction’, niceworkshop designed FORMAT’s aluminum formwork as part of its new furniture series.

‘AL – FORM’ used at construction sites are often reused after removing surface concrete debris through ‘Shot blasting’ and ‘Flattening’ process. A concrete texture is formed on the surface of the reused ‘AL – FORM’ due to pouring and curing, traces of the concrete become darker with repeated work. Through this collaborative effort, we introduce the ‘Aged Form Line’, which captures the enduring texture of concrete on the surface even after the repair process, and the ‘New Form Line’, which employs new materials reproduced through a recycling process.

The work consists of four types of furniture: Lounge chair, Dining chair, Table and a Bench.

- niceworkshop. -
‘niceworkshop.’ is a Seoul-based design studio specializing in experimental creations that explore the physical properties of materials. Through a diverse range of projects, they are actively building a unique design language. Notable works include the ‘Bolt Series’, utilizing full threaded bolts, the interactive ‘Affordance Series’ of furniture designed to induce action,
and the nature-inspired craftsmanship of ‘Neo Naturalism.’
The studio consistently pushes the boundaries of design, creating distinctive pieces that reflect their commitment to originality and material exploration.

- FORMAT-
‘FORMAT’ is an Korean upcycling brand that repurposes residual material generated from construction fields into series of practical products (consumer). By this process of transformation, debris or waste material can gain a new value through its added quality and environmental value. Consequently, a new FORMAT is created, where its resources can adopt new identities. In recognition of the brand’s continued excellence, FORMAT was awarded a ‘iF Design Award 2024’.