Bendy is a new interpretation of the traditional, Nordic kitchen bench. It is a dining bench with an iconic character that references to classic Scandinavian design values with its material and craftsmanship. The design and craftsmanship underlines the organic and natural feeling of the ash wood, while the bench keeps its simplicity. Its embracing and rounded softness fits the Nordic touch that characterizes the designs of FEM. Bendy invites you to be social and interact with the people around you while it saves space and therefore lighten the expression in your home.

The bench is made of solid ash and ash plywood. The dimensions are 1650 x 450 x 780 mm
Bendy is a bench that combines old carpenter traditions with newer production techniques. 35 mm wooden poles joined with oversized finger joints forms the curved shapes of the bench. Rail and balusters supports the seat and gives it stability. The backrest is braided by 3 mm ash plywood, which gives the bench a soft and playful look. The seat has a concaved milling indicating the seating position, which gives the bench a comfort.

Furthermore a thin reversible cushion is designed to add more comfort and make individual styling possible.

Techniques

Bendy Bench - Wood that bends

Plywood is a frequently used material when working with furniture. With the Bendy Bench, we have challenged the characteristics of this material and created new ways of using the plywood.

The use of plywood for the back of the bench enabled us to create a strong back without having to go through the process of molding the wood. The idea was based on basket weaving techniques which were enlarged and simplified in the design. The processing and quantity of the material is reduced by working on a larger scale while creating a simple aesthetic and organic form.

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