Harmony In the Curve

Nature lends elements and inspiration for design. An example of this was the Art Nouveau period stretching from 1890 thru 1910. The movement was lead by victor Horta who it was often said had an "innovative spirit fueled by his rebellious nature". The same natural form and curved lines in Art Nouveau are present in the branch inspired seat and shelter. Through the smooth natural, wavelike patterns that seem to bend infinitely in the seats as the flow of the intricately detailed lines on the shelter leads our eye by suggesting direction and movement. the movements and patterns dissolve into purposeless lines that seem to bend around the seat and shelter creating rhythm and balance.