{"id":51923,"date":"2020-04-15T19:36:35","date_gmt":"2020-04-15T19:36:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bocadolobo.com\/blog\/?p=51923"},"modified":"2022-02-03T12:08:53","modified_gmt":"2022-02-03T12:08:53","slug":"celebrating-years-boca-lobo-iconic-pieces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bocadolobo.com\/blog\/design-agenda\/boca-do-lobo-news\/celebrating-years-boca-lobo-iconic-pieces\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating 15 Years Of Boca do Lobo Through 15 Iconic Pieces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

2020 marks the\u00a0<\/span>15th Anniversary of Boca do Lobo<\/span><\/strong>, and we have no intention of slowing down!\u00a0<\/span>Boca do Lobo<\/span><\/em><\/strong>\u00a0was founded in 2005 and, early on, it is committed to reinterpreting\u00a0<\/span>ancient techniques of fine craftsmanship<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0to create unexpected pieces of\u00a0<\/span>contemporary design<\/span><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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We have gathered all of our\u00a0<\/span>most desired concepts<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0to create the perfect marriage between\u00a0<\/span>contemporary design<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>handcrafted unique pieces<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0into a new concept:\u00a0<\/span>A Virtual House<\/span><\/em><\/strong>. We are allowing the art lovers, design aficionados and everyone in-between to explore the\u00a0<\/span>House of Boca do Lobo<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0through a new perspective of the digital world \u2013\u00a0<\/span>Visit every room<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0of our opulent house without taking\u00a0<\/span>one step outside of yours<\/span><\/strong>. Be enticed by all the\u00a0<\/span>exclusive experiences<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0we have prepared for you: from\u00a0<\/span>brand new launches<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0<\/span>exciting entertainment<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0and even some\u00a0<\/span>surprise guests<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0along the way\u2026\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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But as it\u2019s the tradition at\u00a0<\/span>Boca do Lobo<\/span><\/strong>, at the same time we have our eyes set in the future, we also\u00a0<\/span>honour the wonders the past<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0has brought us. To celebrate the\u00a0<\/span>15 years of iconic design<\/span><\/strong>,\u00a0<\/span>Boca do Lobo<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0has put together a list of\u00a0<\/span>15 furniture designs<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0that perfectly showcase what makes us unique. Take a stroll down memory lane as we unravel all the\u00a0<\/span>exquisite details<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0of these creations, and showcase\u00a0<\/span>never before revealed information<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0regarding these pieces, provided by our Creative Director,\u00a0<\/span>Marco Costa<\/span><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

THE SOHO SIDEBOARD AND COLECCIONISTA<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The similar styles of designs of these pieces are not by chance. Both of these designs were among some of the first creations Boca do Lobo brought into the world. Soho is the name of Boca do Lobo\u2019s first furniture collection. The drawers on both creations count different and varied techniques from glass to wood, lacquer colour to mirror and gold leaf, finely refined by brass handles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It was with the launch of these products that a path was discovered, which gave room to a new way of thinking and design attitude that ends up becoming a language, a soul, a style: the Boca do Lobo style, that mixes techniques and styles of past with contemporary design. \u2013\u00a0 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

DIAMOND FAMILY<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Projected to be the jewel in the crown of the Portuguese brand Boca do Lobo, the Diamond Sideboard is a reflection of the furniture jeweller\u2019s expertise and quintessence, undoubtedly deserving its title. This opulent object, full of resources and desire, has two carefully sculpted doors that reveal a gold lined interior with a shelf and two drawers. But because we never settle, we continued to evolve this creation with the aid our trusting craftsmanship techniques, the Diamond Metamorphosis was born. The finest craftsmanship arises from the perfect marriage\u00a0<\/span>between ancient skills and mechanical methods to conceive the real expression of exclusivity and high collectable design.<\/p>\n

Diamond was the first major challenge that mixed the modernist style and resulted in an unlikely combination. It was our intention to create two separate moments: a modern appealing visual confronted with a cultural discomfort due to its lion feet.\u00a0 \u00a0\u2013\u00a0 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

MONDRIAN SIDEBOARD<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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When art becomes a sideboard your room acquires an evermore-inspiring atmosphere. The Mondrian sideboard is more art than utilitarian furniture. Undoubtedly, it constitutes a unique and collectable object that is different from anything else and exudes a sense of both experimental design and luxury. The sideboard\u2019s base is composed by mahogany and tempered glass makes the box. It also contains carved drawers finished in high gloss coloured lacquer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A combination of techniques that result from 18 different suppliers to achieve it. A handle here, a beveled mirror there, manual carving drawers and much more in a set of drawers of this piece that is strangely functional. \u2013 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

HERITAGE SIDEBOARD<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Hand-painted-tiles have gained a privileged place in architecture throughout the centuries. Portugal has adopted them like no other country has and to honour the Portuguese hand-painted tiles, Boca do Lobo created Heritage Sideboard. This piece presents a different number of layers, where each one tells a different story. Completely covered with the iconic Portuguese\u00a0<\/span>azulejos,\u00a0<\/span><\/em>the interior of this sideboard is equally stunning, featuring four drawers fully lined with gold leaf.<\/span><\/p>\n

It was the first piece made in tiles by Boca do Lobo and the pleasure of exploring the technique was so great. It also resulted in one of the brand\u2019s best sellers and one of the most representative products in Portugal and in Portuguese design. \u2013 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

PIXEL CABINET<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Iconic and unparalleled, the Pixel Cabinet presents a ground-breaking work of pioneering design. Made out of 1088 triangles, the upper part of the Pixel Cabinet plays with perception and combines exceptional materials with multicoloured compositions to give the cabinet a unique, striking design: handmade leaf gilding triangles, 10 different types of wood leafs from palisander to African walnut veneer, and lacquering. Behind its two doors, this bar cabinet surprises with a timeless combination of aged mirror and a diamond quilted blue silk fabric, containing nine interior drawers, each one with its golden knob. The polished brass base gives Pixel a unique and sophisticated character.<\/span><\/p>\n

Special product, made in 2009 by the design studio of Boca do Lobo led by Marco Costa. Symbolizing the change, it was a product that broke the line drawn until then. Today it is one of the most loved pieces, loved by the press, loved by design afficcionatos and one of Boca do Lobo\u2019s best sellers ever. \u2013 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\nSee Also:\u00a0<\/strong>House Of Boca do Lobo \u2013 An Exclusive Virtual Tour Experience<\/a>\n<\/h4>\n

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SYMPHONY SIDEBOARD<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Symphony Sideboard draws inspiration from church organ tubes, as well as the curves of a violin. Like all of Boca do Lobo\u2019s designs, the Symphony is hand made by experienced craftsmen, each with different specialities, from metal-work to wood carving. It features a cluster of polished brass tubes envelope an exotic wood structure, creating a harmonious artful juxtaposition to rhythm of the pipes. Through Boca do Lobo\u2019s vision, the Symphony seeks to re-interpret classic elements through contemporary design and cutting-edge technology and has become an emblematic piece within the Limited Edition Collection.<\/span><\/p>\n

FORTUNA DINING TABLE<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Fortuna is a contemporary dining table with one-of-a-kind design aesthetic and refined statement to the most influential minds. Representing the essence of empowerment, sophistication, and mystics, the Fortuna features an exclusive gold brass surface for ground-breaking dining rooms. Made in wood and polished brass, this upscale dining table incorporates richest nature-inspired design, industrious welding techniques and a manually engraved top that emulates the outlines of log rings, reminding the timeline of a tree. Below the expansive 8 seat dining tabletop is an elegant composition of two scaled organic brass tubes.<\/span><\/p>\n

LAPIAZ FAMILY\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Lapiaz family draws inspiration from the patterns created on limestone or dolomite rock due to freezing temperatures. Much like this geological phenomenon, the Lapiaz furniture designs are split in a unique shape, revealing rich and alluring interiors. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Produced using the finest veneers, gold leaf and hand-cut mirrors, the Lapiaz family brings bold character to any interior, yet maintaining a refined and elegant posture.<\/span><\/p>\n

EDEN FAMILY<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The mystic behind the name inspires Eden. A slice of the tree of life that fell from the Garden of Heaven, this accent furniture design awakens desire and curiosity with its intriguing cut. Born from master artisans and the ancient technique of polished cast brass, this statement design piece incorporates nature-inspired design with industrious welding techniques. With delicate lines and bold details, a manually engraved top exposes the heart of a golden tree, boasting a sinuous gold plated base that stood the test of time.\u00a0<\/span>The remarkable and already time-honoured piece combines with both contemporary and modern design styles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Due to a great number of custom requests, we had to create The Eden Series which presents various sizes and combinations to fulfill every customer\u2019s needs. \u2013 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

VERSAILLES FAMILY<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The creativity and rich decoration of the Versailles Palace contributed to the inspiration for the creation of this exuberant furniture design. Boca do Lobo opens the way to freedom and the need for bringing extravagant creations to life. Both the sofa and the armchair are made in a wood structure and feature panels in a manual sculpture, produced in resin and finished with restoration techniques similar to stone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

IMPERFECTIO FAMILY<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Imperfectio Family is the expression of imperfect aesthetic, the appeal of that which is authentic art that is truer to life. These furniture designs praise artisanal work as the ultimate form of art that is quite intentionally imperfect. Through its unique existence and shapes, Imperfectio determines its history. The irregularities and flaws over the manual hammered brass expose the beauty of imperfection. Some parts are roughly asymmetrical at the surface yet comfortable and smooth in a peculiar way to excite a desire for complementing your living room.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Imperfectio Family was created in 2017, only a few years ago and it is already one of our best sellers. Its metal technique makes it unique and all pieces are one-of-a-kind. \u2013 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

NEWTON CONSOLE<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Newton is an outstanding moment of inspiration. A revolutionary statement piece created to fulfil the needs of those who are looking for the best in contemporary furniture design mixed up with exquisite details and high-quality materials. Defying the laws of physics, the Newton black and gold console has grown from the ancient art of casting metal, where metal is heated until molten into spheres and semi-spheres shape. One by one, each element is joint to produce an outstanding pattern and organic structure, finished in a dramatic black lacquer and gold plated accents. The top of this console table is composed of brass circles carved with a golden texture similar to an organic wood texture. A contemporary console that carries cultural legacy while successfully move towards the future, remaining ahead of the design scene. A real expression of exclusivity and high collectable craftsmanship outcome.<\/span><\/p>\n

MILLIONAIRE GOLD LUXURY SAFE<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Influenced by the California Gold Rush, the Millionaire Safe is a statement piece designed to cause an impression. Built in a Mahogany structure and gold-plated polished brass frame with several dents, it sparks both interest and imagination reminding the vault robbery attempts in the old west. Nestled in a turned brass silver plated gear-wheel mechanism, an imposing safe handle obeys the will of is master through a secret dial lock combination. The overlay door makes room for an open space lined in velvet to keep liquors or other luxury lifestyle items and a set of lockable drawers and door.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

VENICE MIRROR<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Through a passionate explosion of romance and drama, the Venice Mirror stirs emotion in anyone that catches its eye. Hand cut and carved by an experienced artisan who\u2019s passion for glasswork goes back as far as his childhood, the Venice represents Boca do Lobo\u2019s ambition to bring value to true craftsmanship through contemporary design. Inspired by Venetian Mirrors, each piece that composes the Venice was manually and individually bevelled and fitted onto a wooden structure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It was an almost impossible task to find the right hands to create the Venice Mirror according to what I have envisioned. We did not stop looking for the right artist and after one year and a half, the first Venice was born. \u2013 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

FILIGREE MIRROR<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Filigree Mirror resorts to one of the oldest jewellery making techniques known, filigree. Completely handcrafted, with each brass cord fitted with precision, the Filigree Mirror flourishes in a shape traditional to Portuguese culture and art. A true work of art, this luxurious mirror plays tribute to Boca do Lobo\u2019s core values heritage and craftsmanship. The Filigree mirror\u2019s structure is made from brass cords, gilded in 18k gold. It features a brass sheet which is hand hammered to achieve its concave shape.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are only 12 filigree artists in Portugal, so we are very proud to have one of this special and gifetd people on our production team. \u2013 Marco Costa<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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