NYCXDESIGN: DURAT X HANNA ANONENDURAT UNVEILS LATEST COLLABORATION WITH VERSATILE VISIONARY, HANNA ANONEN
Durat, a pioneer in the circular economy movement, proudly announces its newest collaboration with the versatile visionary, Hanna Anonen, at the Finnish Consul’s Residence in New York. A Finnish company dedicated to repurposing waste plastic into high-quality design materials, Durat seamlessly blends aesthetics, functionality, and superior craftsmanship in its products. As part of the NYCxDesign Festival, New York’s acclaimed design week, this exclusive event will provide attendees with the opportunity to immerse themselves in Durat’s latest design collection, curated by Hanna Anonen, who fearlessly pushes the boundaries of design.
A versatile visionary redefining design
Known for her versatility, Hanna Anonen’s design journey encompasses a diverse spectrum ranging from spatial design to the creation of exquisite home furnishings. Her portfolio demonstrates a mastery of multiple mediums, with a particular focus on furniture and smaller objects that enhance everyday living spaces. Anonen’s adept use of painted wood sets her creations apart, with each piece embodying a harmonious blend of vibrant colors, unexpected concepts, and an unmistakable sense of playfulness.
In her quest to reinvent the landscape of Finnish modern design, Hanna Anonen has garnered international attention for her distinctive approach to design. Her work not only challenges conventions, but also breathes new life into the perception of contemporary design.
Introducing the “Facades” collection
These contemporary organizers, “Facades,” are made from Durat’s eco-friendly composite material and combine style with functionality. Versatile in use, they tastefully display flowers, gather desktop essentials, and elevate kitchen wooden spoons. The sleek granulated finish not only appeals to modern aesthetics, but also stands for environmental responsibility. Durat’s commitment to using recycled plastic ensures that each piece embodies a progressive approach to sustainability. “Facades” redefines utility with limited-edition charm by reusing excess materials from production. This concept demonstrates a harmonious blend of cutting-edge design and eco-conscious living.
Featured at International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), New York Design Week 2024
Hanna Anonen’s was also showcased at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) as part of New York Design Week 2024. Visitors can experience her innovative designs firsthand at the Launch Pad – WantedDesign exhibition from May 19th to 21st. Discover her creations at booth number W22, Area 25.
About Hanna Anonen
Hanna Anonen is a multi-talented visionary who is redefining design. Known for her versatility, her design journey encompasses a diverse spectrum ranging from spatial design to the creation of exquisite home furnishings. Her portfolio demonstrates a mastery of various mediums, with a focus on furniture and smaller objects that enhance everyday living spaces. Anonen’s adept use of painted wood sets her creations apart, with each piece embodying a harmonious blend of colors, unexpected concepts, and an unmistakable sense of playfulness. Anonen was honored with the prestigious Young Designer of the Year award in 2021, Finland. Her work has also been featured in many international publications. Anonen currently works and lives in Helsinki, Finland. More information: Instagram: Hannaanonen; Email: moi@hannaanonen.com
About Durat
Finnish company Durat (Tonerster Ltd) was founded in 1990. Durat is the result of its founders’ aim to reuse waste plastic as a high-quality raw material for design products. The primary objective was to reduce the amount of plastic ending up in landfills. The company is entirely owned by its executive management.
Durat produces a composite plastic material, which is cast into sheets, sinks and bathtubs. Sheets and sinks are sold to furniture manufacturers all over the world for fabrication. The material is produced in the Naantali plant just outside of Turku. All products going to the European region are manufactured in Finland. In addition to Finland, Durat is also produced in the United States and China to meet the demand for their respective markets. Durat has distributors in the USA, UK, The Netherlands, France and Italy. More information: Instagram: Duratdesign
