2 piece raised platter

2 piece raised platterEach creation from Bird & Branch is handmade from a single piece of wood by husband and wife team Adam and Mercedes in their London based workshop. Only at ABASK, the material of choice for its newest collection of platters, trays and bowls is spalted beech wood. The pattern has been formed as the logs are broken down by fungusthen, once dried, the process stops, and the wood becomes workable. Once ready, its hand shaped and turned to last a lifetime,

The pair is trimmed with twists of 18-karat gold filigree and punctuated with diamonds for a softly sparkling finish

a true joy

but perhaps the most special part of their story is the wood marquetry adorning each handle

Lino Tagliapietra is known for creations that are rich in both color and technical skill

mimosa flowers and fanciful cacti

were stitched into cotton hammocks before a four-piece part of the anchor chain was attached

This toothpaste stand is a case in point

Once formed

while the crimped rims will propel each beautiful bloom

draughts and engraved dominoes

Each piece is a careful balance of classic and contemporary

Its philosophy is one of expert craftsmanship with minimal intervention