DEVELOPING THE ICON DESK
The I-Condesk ,a timeless design handcrafted from high quality materials. The strong shape and sober lines fit perfectly well in this time and age. The quality of the materials and the craftsmanship are a guarantee that the desk will endure the signs of the times without showing it. Quality as it should be. Oiled solid wood together with thermoformed Corian are the body that is supported by 4 brushed stainless steel legs.
The solid wood drawers are fitted with self- and soft closing drawer guides. The Corian is polished all round and can be repaired invisibly should any damage occur in the future. The oiled solid wood may be maintained with oil if need be, so that the material will remain as new. A small container with oil is supplied with the desk. And each desk is fitted with an engraved and unique number and year of production combined with a signature of the designer on the bottom of the desk.
Material options.
EUROPEAN
OAK
European oak is one of the most popular types of wood. It is strong and hard, but easy to process and finish. Under water it must be processed and protected, however, if it is used for, for instance, piling or yacht building European oak is often processed into veneers for the gluing of furniture. The appearance of, for instance, French oak makes this type of wood suitable for a wide range of applications in and around houses. Think of the construction of furniture (oak furniture wood), doors, window frames and staircases.
SMOKED
OAK
Oak contains tannin, the same substance that makes red wine & black tea “dry”. This substance reacts with ammonia vapors which are distributed in the drying chamber during the drying process. As a result, the wood colors “through and through” in a deep brown tone. The concentration of tannin determines the discoloration. This concentration is influenced by the soil composition and the living climate of the tree and can therefore differ greatly per trunk and even in different parts of the same trunk. Even though color is selected during the production process, it cannot be guaranteed that everything is the same color. So color differences can always occur in smoked oak.
AMERICAN WALNUT
It is dark brown, there are less differences in colour than in European walnut. American walnut can be easily processed and is therefore widely used in the furniture industry. Here it is mostly processed into exclusive furniture but also into table tops or worktops. Small knots are permitted, solid walnut is a beautiful dark brown type of wood with a luxurious appearance.
It comes from the East of the United States. Sometimes it even has a purplish glow. American walnut is firm and does not splinter. Therefore it is easy to process. Squared American walnut.
Corian
Corian® is a solid surface material, composed of natural minerals and high-quality acrylic. Corian® becomes bendable when the material is heated to 170 ° C, allowing for unique shapes to be created. Due to its non-porous quality, Corian® is durable and very practical: easy to clean and stain resistant.
stainless steel
Stainless steel is a maintenance-friendly material. It is resistant to rust. Becomes only used a finish for optical reasons. The stainless steel gives the product a warm appearance. We offer our stainless steel bases brushed.
black oak stained
Corian
about corian
Corian® is a Solid Surface material that was developed in 1967 by the development company DuPont de Nemours. The material consists of ± 1/3 acrylic (also known as PolyMethylMethAcrylate or PMMA) and ± 2/3 natural minerals. It is the first brand to be marketed as a Solid Surface material and is known as the forerunner in Solid Surface in terms of developments and trends. Corian® is renowned for its exceptional versatility, beauty and unlimited applications in residential, public and commercial environments, both indoors and outdoors.
Maintenance https://www.corian.com/-use-care-
Quality Materials
The excellence of Corian lies in what it’s made up of. A perfect blend of high quality acrylic polymers and natural minerals brings it to life. This mix allows it to be incredibly strong while also being resilient. It’s unlike materials such as laminate or tile since it’s solid throughout its body which allows it to endure daily use. And even if you do damage it somehow, you can easily repair it by standing and returning it like nothing happened making sure your investment will never age.
Specialized Tools and Expertise
Working with Corian solid surface requires specialized tools and expertise. Fabricators need specific equipment just to effectively work with this unique material alone which adds more to the overall cost of manufacturing these I-CONDESK s. The precision that goes into crafting counters demands a special level of expertise that when finished results in high quality products that reflect the price tag on them.
sustainability
A classic is not a classic from the start. A classic is not created by adapting to established norms, on the contrary: a classic is created by questioning existing norms. A classic becomes a classic because it stands the test of time: first it outlasts the older products and then the newer products that try to replace it.
Even though it dates from a bygone era, a classic remains contemporary and modern and is an icon without pretending to be one.
He possesses the qualities of a work of art, but never claims to be art. He always makes a fresh impression. It was new when it was first presented and will remain new until another product breaks with tradition again and challenges established norms. Likewise, the Icondesk will prove its qualities over time and demonstrate that sustainability starts with creating a timeless design,must be made from the very best materials and crafted by the most skilled craftsmen.
