Urban Bench

Buenos Aires

A newly developed technique has made it possible to create urban concrete benches with flexible shapes. This technique has led to immaculate surfaces and flowing lines that leave traditional, rigid forms far behind. An ordinary material such as concrete has been transformed into a high-quality piece of work. The solid bench looks like an upholstered one. The buttons in the upholstery here serve as drainage holes for rainwater. Structure and surface remain unchanged over time.

Statement by the Jury

This bench introduces an element of living comfort into public spaces. The playful aesthetics are the result of an innovative manufacturing technique.

Red Dot: Honourable Mention