CREAM VELVET TOUCH
Every good design has a contrast, a contradiction that evokes
tension. In the original design of Cream, that’s the combination of
the hard wooden shell and the soft upholstery. Cream Velvet Touch
is a discovery of the way in which familiar materials can evoke a new
sensation. Because, by applying a special ‘flock coating’ to the wood,
the shell gets a velvet touch. A completely dif erent experience.
And the contrast? That shifts to an intense colour pallet.
This exclusive edition combines a special design with a unique
finishing technique. On the shell, leg and control lever, a flock
coating is applied. A technique with numerous applications.
From motor sport to the most exclusive yachts and from printer
components to perfume bottles. Often a flock coating is applied for
practical considerations. It reduces friction and thus noise and heat,
but it also absorbs light, minimising reflections. But the unique feel
and tactility formed the basis for this special version of Cream.
Flocking starts with applying an adhesive layer to the surface to be
treated. An electrostatic field is then created within which tiny fibres
shoot back and forth. These fibres attach to the surface, forming a
high-quality velvety coating.
For this version, Studio Truly Truly selected two colour
combinations. Cream Velvet Touch Red has a particularly rich robin
red shell and sophisticated Raf ino Whale upholstery. Cream Velvet
Touch Blue exudes an ambience of absolute individuality. The strong
blue colour is reminiscent of Yves Klein Blue and gives the shell a
stunning contemporary look. The thick, rich Negev leather in Seco
colour gives this version body and a tangible strength.
Cream Velvet Touch 'Red'
Design: Studio Truly Truly, 2020
Base and shell in red flock coating
Photography: Pim Top
