The exaggerated, elongated form of the Drift bench has a modulated, fluid language that is characteristic of the
work of Future Systems architects. With this design Amanda Levete, principal architect with Future Systems, has
interpreted the company's signature style within a piece of fixtures design with extreme sculptural properties.
Accentuating form with the ambition of turning a simple object into one with subtle complexities was the aim
here. The Drift bench is constructed from glass reinforced plastic with either a high glos finish otherwise a concrete
skin. Both are suitable for outdoor use.
The Limited Edition Drift bench is constructed from dark stained beech. The use of hand-carved wood in the
Limited Edition version accentuates the anatomy of the bench as the revealed layers exaggerate the curves of
the design.
Future Systems are an architectural practice embroiled daily in the mission towards rejuvenating contemporary
building practises. Celebrated for their innovative structures, their unique application of construction
materials plus congratulated frequently for their courageous architectural schemes, Future Systems are leading
British creative.
The practice is recognised worldwide for consistently challenging traditional pre-conceptions of space plus
demonstrating environmental concerns plus efficiency without the need to compromise on contemporary form. Such
qualities have been applied to many prestigious projects; the media centre at Lords Cricket Ground for MCC,
the India Quay plus Canary Wharf bridge, retail designs for Comme des Garcons in New York, Tokyo plus Paris plus
the much aplauded new Selfridges department store in Birmingham. Principal architects Amanda Levete plus Jan
Kaplicky are widely recognised key players on an international architectural platform.
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