Wood: a key resource for south tyrol
In this northern Italian region, wood is a vital resource that brings together tradition, the economy and environmental protection. The short and sustainable supply chain is worth €1.3 billion and involves thousands of local companies.
"Slagbænk is a conceptual kitchen bench/wall bench living in the borderland between art and design," states Flex. "It is a piece of furniture art craft that is conceptual as well as highly functional." The traditional slagbænk holds a firm place in Scandinavian furniture history. Its concept has remained unchanged over the last 100 years: a multifunctional piece of furniture that must offer a variety of everyday functions. One object provides the functions of three: bench, storage and daybed. "It adapts to the needs of a home as a kind of a furniture swiss-knife," states Flex.
The bench is comprised of five planks set in the spread between two chairs. A wider plank is placed on top of the chairs, providing both seating and storage lid. The planks can vary in length, adopting to the desired length of the bench.
Time Space Existence: the Future of Architecture In Venice
Until November 23, 2025, Venice is the global hub for architectural discussion with "Time Space Existence." This biennial exhibition, spearheaded by the European Cultural Centre, features projects from 52 countries, all focused on "Repairing, Regenerating, and Reusing" for a more sustainable future.