Bal Tash’rit
A design methodology connecting materials, durability and identity.

Material : Vegetable-Tanned Leather + American Walnut
Date : 2024
Delivery Time : 8-12 weeks
Hand Crafted in the Netherlands

Bal Tash’rit is a Jewish precept meaning ‘do not waste’. Guided by this principle, I created

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a design methodology that explores high-quality materials through a sustainable lens. Taking into account the lifespan of leather and wood, and reducing leather waste by over 70% compared to the industry average, this set of furniture is an exploration of closed-loop material cycles and scalability that considers durability enhanced by craftsmanship.

Through this systemic approach, the project maximises the potential of natural materials and minimises waste. Using vegetable-tanned leather, an intricate pattern of interlocking laser-cut elements forms a modular material through stitchless assemblage. Combining carpentry and leathercraft, durable furniture without hardware or stitching is created as a proof of concept for this methodology.

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Type

Furniture, Lighting, Homeware, Interior Design & Decoration, Set & Window Design, Installation and Scenography, Gifting, Industrial design

Materials

Leather, Wood