MICHEL LAFLAMME

ARCHITECT

  • thumbnail of complete vase collection with chess shape inspirations
    complete vase collection with chess shape inspirations
  • thumbnail of check mate accessories vase collection detail close-up
    check mate accessories vase collection detail close-up
  • thumbnail of contemporary accessories pawn, queen and king check mate vases
    contemporary accessories pawn, queen and king check mate vases
  • thumbnail of contemporary design object tealight holder - shaft
    contemporary design object tealight holder - shaft
  • thumbnail of contemporary design object tealight holder - cyclops
    contemporary design object tealight holder - cyclops
  • thumbnail of contemporary design object ashtray - spin
    contemporary design object ashtray - spin
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a collection of domestic objects . 2000-2001

Responding to clients' consistent demand for custom designed furniture has led Michel Laflamme to create his own line of domestic objects.

Tealight Holders
Conveying the look of a heavy, shiny metal candle, the streamlined shapes of Puck and Shaft bolster the guileless nature of the tea light. In the case of Cyclops, the holder becomes a vessel for the tea light. The glowing light travels along the inside curved wall and through its unique opening, projecting its mythical quality.

Vase Collection
Checkmate is the result of an exploration of the vase and the act of holding flowers. It consists of a collection of six flower vases - King, Queen, Bishop, Knight, Rook and Pawn - inspired by the game of chess. Their minimal expression evokes a subtle reference to the iconic pieces while remaining true to their time.

Ashtray
Spin is a small container specifically designed to keep unsightly cigarette butts and ashes out of sight. The removable cover slides open to reveal the smooth interior of the receptacle, which can also be used to store small personal objects.