concrete planters + urn sculptures

.      concrete planters

the cast collection  of concrete planters comprises two 
distinct ranges - the modernist  collection and the baroque collection.
 Planters are individually cast in frost-proof  concrete. 
They are available in off-white or dark grey.

commissions
Planterscan be commissioned to specification 
for anything from small residential projects to 
large commercial developments.

design  concept 

These designs were inspired by modernist architecture and civil engineering - buildings and structures such as grain silos, dams and bridges of the 1950s and 60s. The abstract, geometrical forms of the period are interpreted through textured relief panels on two or four sides of the containers.

modernist collection

design  concept 

     These designs retain the flat surfaces of the modernist collection, 
    but introduce indented 'baroque' elements such as the voluptuous 
                 swag and drop, curls and fruit and garland details found in 
  18th century sculpted facades. The 'damask planter' interprets 
   classic flock wallpaper in three dimensions, which becomesquite 
          monumental when rendered in hardcore concrete. 

baroque  collection

          ribbon swag trough

                                                                     leaf + grape trough

planters cast in grey concrete

  sculptures

urn collection

design concept

The urn sculptures are a contemporary re-invention of the classical urn-on-plinth. Instead of traditional stonework, the flattened forms are cast in industrial grey or white concrete giving the sculptures an edgy, modern twist. The surface imagery has architectural references - particularly the voluptuous garlands and swag and drop detail of 18th century facades which, instead of being sculpted, are indented on a perfectly flat surface. Uniting baroque-style decoration with hardcore concrete creates an interesting and ironic juxtaposition.

placement

Outdoors: Traditionally, urns were often sited on parapets or in landscaped parkland more for their sculptural qualities than as a plant containers. These solid contemporary 'urns' play a similar role in the modern garden, providing interesting focal detail in all kinds of outdoor spaces - whether glimpsed though foliage or perched on balconies or plinths where they can be viewed at eye-level.

Indoors: The urn sculptures are equally effective in interior settings and their small scale makes them perfect for mantlepieces or consoles.

material + dimensions The sculptures are individually hand cast in frost-proof concrete. Heights are 24cms and 32 cms.

commissions Urns can be commissioned in different sizes and shapes. On a larger scale, the sculptures could be incorporated into supports for seating or tables.

                                  swag urn

                                    swag + drop urn