By
Savitha Hira
Designer Genevieve Bennett blends effortless and
simple design to create unique embossed leathers that could well be a lifetime
investment in heightened aesthetics...
Embossed leather brings to mind a flurry of names –
Jimmy Choo, Christian Dior, Tory Burch etc., and their ultimate style
statements in crocodile, ostrich and other leathers. However, revisiting the
interior accessories and finishing-material scenario, embossed and other
processed leather coverings are making new waves, in both their real and faux
wrappings.
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In the wake of some new designs and applications, a
name that refuses to be ignored is that of Genevieve Bennett. Applying highly innovative techniques to the material in a totally
unique manner, Genevieve creates beautiful functional products aimed to enhance
interiors in a simple, contemporary, and elegant style.
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Talking
about the strength of her hand-drawn designs and her ability to translate them
into innovative techniques and processes, her USP is her exceptional eye for colour, pattern and detail.
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“Present day international trends lay emphasis on
colour as an important influencer. Consumers and designers alike, focus on craftsmanship and an investment
in something that will last a lifetime,” says Genevieve. Consequently, she has
honed her skills to suit the spectrum of finishing-material requirements in an
ever-changing scenario of residential, corporate, and hospitality sectors, catering
to a spate of discerning end-users.
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Having specialized
in developing interesting techniques such as embossing, engraving and inlaid
techniques in leather, Genevieve tends to constantly push her boundaries into
making something beautiful, innovative and durable. One among her outstanding
creations is a wall panel for the grand prix formula one season last year at Silverstone,
which was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the unique heritage of f1
motorsport and leather working. She took the shape of the track at Silverstone
and created an overlaid linear motif and engraved it into the surface of a
beautiful white leather for the wall panel.
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Genevieve
lives in West London with her husband and two-year old son and looks forward to
continue creating bespoke leather wall coverings working with the best interior
designers globally. The enthusiastic artist also aspires to collaborate with a
furniture or product designer to develop designs in other product areas such as
rugs and home accessories, etc.
Very beautiful. It looks very elegant and have a special fineness. My artworks are also made, almost exclusively from leather. Nevertheless, my 3D handmade paintings are made with a different technique and are painted with vivid colours.
ReplyDeletePosted by Catalin Simion on Linkedin Group: Design & Architecture
I enjoyed seeing the designs and textures - beautiful work.
ReplyDeletePosted by Marsha Thornton on LinkedIn Group Fine Artists
Potentials are varied & extensive.
ReplyDeletePosted by Audley Hitchins on LinkedIn Group: International Network for the Arts in response to IAnD's discussion thread: How does it help to integrate crafts into trendy decor options?
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