Fragments Milano Bench

Description

FRAGMENTS is an ongoing series that transforms fabrication residues from stone yards into unique sculptural objects. EM collaborates with quarries and fabricators to salvage stone remnants and composes each piece around hand-picked materials with the intention to preserve the stone’s found condition and express their raw beauty.

The stone fragments are complemented by pristine metal surfaces which create a soft contrast and continue the dialogue between nature and the human-made embedded in much of the studio’s work.The 2025 Milano series is inspired by the northern Italian landscape. Estudio Material collaborated with Sacco Natural Stone in the Chiavenna Valley to repurpose leftover stone fragments. These unique pieces, rich in history, tell a story of origin and place. Various local stone types are used throughout the series, creating a quiet mosaic of textures and colors that reference their scattered as-found condition. 

A fog-like pure aluminum plane reveals the stone below and ties the floating fragments together, acting as a neutral unifying element. Each piece seamlessly combines simplicity with an authentic expression of materials, creating a conceptual bridge between nature and our living spaces.    

The collection, composed of three furniture items and one sculptural stack, can be placed in an indoor or outdoor setting.   The bench is unique and made to order. Images are indicative of stone type and overal dimensions. Actual piece will vary. Custom dimensions are available upon request.