Braided Series by Latifa Saeed
2014. Chair.
Braided cushion tubes, wooden frame.
Dimensions variable.
Limited edition series of 10.
Price (incl. VAT): AED 18,900.
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2014. Ottoman.
Braided cushion tubes, wooden frame.
80 (L) x 70 (W) x 90 (H) cm.
Limited edition series of 10.
Price (incl. VAT): AED 10,825.
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The Braided Series was the result of a year-long process of experimentation and exploration to discover and define a new and current design aesthetic for the United Arab Emirates. Faced with the challenge of how best to channel cross-cultural dialogue towards the creation of new product design, Latifa Saeed chose to integrate a contemporary form with characteristic elements of traditional UAE craft practices. The labour-intensive process of weaving is a strong trait across several Emirati crafts, namely safeefa, telli, and sadu. The Braided Series pays homage by intertwining modern fabric to upholster a range of contemporary furniture designs.