Mater Gymnasium
By Søren Rose Studio
By Søren Rose Studio
MATER GYMNASIUM
A History Lesson.
Remember the hardwood? The squeak of a sneaker. The sound of the whistle. That last second shot. The Gymnasium Collection takes its inspiration from a simpler time in our lives when victories were measured on scoreboards and teamwork wasn't just for meetings.
The first incarnation of this line was launched in 2008 with our High School History Lesson series. Created from recycled gym floorboards, this limited edition collection used the graphic lines and simple silhouettes of the court to pay tribute to the simplicity and spirit of sport.
Today, it reinvents itself as Gymnasium, a mass-produced series that uses sustainable, eco-friendly materials like renewable pine and controlled Danish oak with water-based fixatives and varnishes. The result is a brilliant series, sold globally by Mater and crafted by Denmark's oldest cabinet makers Bruno Hansen Carpentry.
Like its predecessor, Gymnasium honors its past while investing in the future. For every piece purchased, Mater donates a percentage of the profits to promoting sports in developing countries, allowing a new generation to be inspired to play and create. Have a look at www.matergymnasium.dk
Mater, a Danish design brand, is recognized and applauded as global pioneer in creating sustainable, eco-conscious, socially responsible design. Winner: Best Debut Design Brand 2008, Wallpaper * Magazine, London
Søren Rose Studio is helmed by designer Søren Rose. The studio consists of seven staff members with specialties in architecture, furniture and industrial design. Together, they are dedicated to providing inspiring residential and commercial interior solutions and outstanding furniture design.
