Sculptural Paper Furniture - that balances form and function
'MADE BY MEMORIES'
'MADE BY MEMORIES'
‘Made by Memories’
Using ‘that pile’ of semi-sentimental paper, old birthday cards, childhood doodles, ticket stubs, wedding invites and the like can be turned into sculptural furniture pieces that carry those memories.
From sculptural pieces, bedside tables, wall mounted shelves and mirrors all pieces play with function and form, balancing use with aesthetics.
‘Carton Pierre’ aka stone cardboard
Was used in the 18th century to lighten architectural mouldings, today Julian’s ‘mix’ has been redeveloped with the use of Natural Hydraulic Lime (NHL), which cures through carbonation actively sequestering CO₂ as it hardens, creating lightweight yet durable pieces.
‘Sustainably Minded’
Sourcing paper direct from the client not only ensures the carrying of memories but also imbues elements of the circular economy through the act of ‘industrial symbiosis’ (repurposing waste streams) and ‘extending lifecycles’ (adding to the lifespan of a material or object).
Although direct sourcing adds to the narrative of the work and helps with issues of ‘scalability’, paper can also be sourced from the printing industry for commissions without a paper trail.
Collaborations
Sourcing materials direct from client also opens new avenues for material exploration. For London Design Festival 2027 Julian collaborated with the Bank of England, creating new work from shredded banknotes (cotton and polymer) that were taken out of circulation.
To discuss projects that turn your paper or similar materials into bespoke pieces simply say hello.
