Solid State Furniture

Strong geometric shapes, simple in line yet hefty in form, are hallmarks of Spencer Fung's furniture newly imported from London. Born in Hongkong but educated at the University of Cambridge and the Architectural Association in London, Fung has been influenced by both Eastern and Western cultures. Childhood memories of Chinese antiques and temple furniture have informed the concepts in his designs, although there has been no attempt to imitate traditional styles.

Chinese furniture tends to be very upright. The Chinese believe that this is best for good posture," says Fung, whose own designs - especially the branches - offer a more rigit self-supported way of sitting. Also, Fung's furniture is often of sitting. Also, Fung's furniture is often of dark wood, as are traditional Chinese pieces. Concepts of simplicity and multi-functionally likewise have Eastern roots. "I think the comfort of my pieces comes from their generous proportions and their versatility," he averts.

Occidentally speaking, "These is such a strong craft tradition in England," says Fung, who has gone to the corners of the British Isle to find the various craftpeople to produce his simple yet precise disgns. It is just this precision of form that allows the designer to draw attention to the nature textures and gaining of his fine woods, particularly in contrast to other materials such as bronze, raffia leather and silk.

Fung was commissioned to create Furniture for the London menswear shop, Joseph. It was there that Ralph Pucci discovered his work and decided it would make a perfect addition to his growing roster of exclusive furniture lines in America. The Spencer Fung Collection will be on view starting this month at Pucci International.

solid state furniture

cloth hanger

from wood

Other Ornaments:

• Stone for Accessories
• Ceramic Tiles