Sylvain Willenz's Rebar collection is a series of coffee tables and side tables that explores the possibilities of recontextualising building materials. The design juxtaposes a structure of reinforced steel bars with marble or steel tops to create a balanced aesthetic. Released by Hay, Rebar tables are available in several different sizes, round or rectangular shapes and are suitable for both private and public spaces.
Born in Brussels in 1978, Sylvain Willenz has lived consecutively in the United States, Belgium and the United Kingdom. Sylvain Willenz studied MA Design Products at the Royal College of Art in London, graduating in 2003. In 2004, he opened his own design studio, based in Brussels, Belgium. Considered one of Belgium's most influential designers, Sylvain was named Belgian Designer of the Year in 2009.Known for his strong yet simple graphic aesthetic, Sylvain Willenz is fascinated by production, manufacturing and pays great attention to detail. Originally intending to be a draughtsman, he turned to product design. Over the years, Sylvain Willenz has developed a singular style of clear line.
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Hay was founded in 2002 to promote Danish design. Rather than sticking closely to the style of the country's former masters of design, Hay reinvents their work in a more contemporary context. The brand revisits the classical forms of Nordic design in a more contemporary context. Hay boasts user-friendly, aesthetic and functional designs. It draws from three main sources of inspiration: art, architecture and fashion. The producer pays particular attention to its environment and is inspired by contemporary culture.