Febal Casa's 'Onda' kitchen island and sideboard, designed in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects, epitomize versatility and potential.
Febal Casa, in partnership with Zaha Hadid Architects, has unveiled a new kitchen and sideboard collection that draws inspiration from the breathtaking landscapes of the Adriatic Sea coastline. Dubbed the "Onda" collection, this innovative series pays homage to the region's unique geology and the movement of the sea, resulting in a stunning blend of contemporary design and historic tradition.
The "Onda" collection is a testament to the dynamic interplay between nature and design, with each piece showcasing sculptural shapes, smooth materials, and a balanced, nature-inspired colour scheme that evokes the subtle beauty and energy of the Adriatic seashore.
At the heart of the collection is the kitchen island, a sculptural centerpiece that serves as a functional and artistic focal point for any kitchen. The island, along with its accompanying sideboard, features doors adorned with sculpted back-painted fused glass with metal effect surfaces in various hues, reminiscent of the eroded rock formations and wave-struck striations found along the Adriatic coast.
The "Onda" collection's metal effect surfaces include Metal Onda, Metal Bronzo Onda, Metal Champagne Onda, and Metal Iridio Onda, each offering a unique aesthetic that complements the collection's overall design ethos. Aluminium frames add a contemporary lightness to the pieces, creating a visually tactile and light-reflective effect that mirrors the glassy surfaces of the sea.
Zaha Hadid Architects' Patrik Schumacher and Maurizio Meossi, the minds behind the project, have interpreted the primordial energy of the sea to create an aesthetic that is both modern and sensuous. They expressed their love for realizing the dream of designers and artists to recreate the subtle beauty of nature with this project.
The kitchen island can be equipped with a hob, a hob with integrated hood, and a sink, making it a versatile addition to any kitchen. Modules in the kitchen can also be fitted with drawers and baskets for added convenience and storage solutions.
The sideboard, with its lacquered top and casing, offers seamless continuity, while its glass shelving and blade-style supports emphasize the lightness of touch. The glass surfaces evoke the depth of water and its ever-changing reflections, adding an element of visual interest to the piece.
The "Onda" collection was commissioned by Febal Casa to be scalable and adaptable to different living contexts, ensuring that the beauty of the Adriatic Sea can be brought into homes of all shapes and sizes. The collection embodies contemporary innovation and historic tradition, making it a timeless addition to any kitchen space.
In conclusion, the Onda collection captures the Adriatic Sea's aesthetic and geological essence through sculptural shapes, reflective materials, and a balanced, nature-inspired colour scheme that evokes sea movement and coastal rock formations. This collaboration between Febal Casa and Zaha Hadid Architects is a testament to the power of design to transform everyday spaces into works of art, inviting the beauty of the Adriatic Sea into our homes.
[1] Febal Casa. (2021). Onda Collection. [online] Available at: https://www.febalcasa.it/en/products/onda-collection/ [3] Zaha Hadid Architects. (2021). Onda Collection. [online] Available at: https://www.zaha-hadid.com/projects/onda-collection/
The "Onda" collection by Febal Casa, in partnership with Zaha Hadid Architects, is not just a home-and-garden addition; it's a lifestyle statement that brings the aesthetic of the Adriatic Sea into one's interior-design. The kitchen island and sideboard, with their sculptural shapes, smooth materials, and nature-inspired colour schemes, perfectly encapsulate the subtle beauty and energy of the Adriatic seashore, making them timeless additions to any kitchen space.
