BrooklynModern

In the above video, Design*Sponge, a site dedicated to home and product design, introduces the exhibitors of Bklyn Designs 2009.  While the narrator is impressed with the overall quality of the show, the work of Palo Samko has definitely captured her attention. His presentation caught my eye as well--I snapped shots of his table and asked a few questions.

The table is made from reclaimed wood that has been bleached, burned, and stained dark green. Incidentally, Paolo comes from a mountain town on the Czech/Polish border. I find it particularly amazing that he is a self taught builder and has no design school training. Rather, he’s inspired by 1920’s craftsmen, who were able to hand make complex structures like blimps, which you can see in the photo’s background. I wondered why he stained the table deep green, but it makes sense when you look through the window built in the top.

Set below the green surface, a shepherd stands with his flock. Perhaps the table is then meant to reference a pasture, where those who sit, can relax and enjoy the experience. Check out the rest of his work @ palosamko.com.