The Farewell Chapel in Ljubljana, Slovenia

Completed in year 2oo9, the Farewell Chapel in a village close to Ljubljana, Slovenia is located next an existing graveyard. With polished concrete, larch wood and glass as main materials, the chapel which cut into the rising landscape follows the lines of the landscape trajectories around the graveyard.

The cross as catholic sign is featured as laying feature positioned on the rooftop above the main farewell space. It also functions as luminous dynamic element across the space during the daytime and lighting spark at a night time.

'Three curved walls are embracing and dividing the programs. External curve is dividing the surrounding hill from chapel plateau and also reinstates main supporting wall. Services such as storages, wardrobe restrooms and kitchenette are on the inner side along the wall. Internal curve is embracing main farewell space. It is partly glazed and it is opening towards outside plateau for summer gatherings. Roof is following its own curvature and forming external porch.'

-Ofis Architect.



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Spirit Candle from Wrapables

The Spirit Candle from Wrapables embodies the strength, companionship, self expression and power of the human spirit.
The bronze sculpture hidden inside this pristine white wax candle was formed by a lost-wax casting process. As you burn the candle, the statue will emerge from its surroundings.

Whether you’re overcoming one of life’s struggles or celebrating a joyous milestone, let the Spirit Candle be a source of inspiration and ever-present hope. Available in Embrace, Dance and Rejoice. Each sold separately. Burn time 45 hours.

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Otto Table by Office dA

'The Otto Table functions as a dining or general work table. Fabricated from layers of carbon fiber, fiberglass, and wood veneer, the table is exceptionally sturdy and durable, yet slender and light. The carbon top and a protective resign coat ensure great durability. The carbon "fabric" material and its method of production also allow for seamless connections between table-top and legs. CNC routed tools are fabricated as form-work for the intricate shape that mediates between the flat surface of the top and the thin vertical laminates of the legs. The compound surfaces of the tools are layered with carbon and glass fiber, covering the aggregate components. The legs are designed as seamless extensions of the table-top, with the carbon surface funneling down into the supports. In their vortex-like geometry, the layered structure is turned inside out, exposing the under-table's wood veneer.

The leg has two divergent readings. Frontally, it exposes its delicate yet sturdy thinness in the end-grain of its composite laminates -- carbon, glass, and wood on end. Obliquely, the leg appears as a traditional massive wood post -- actually a thin veneer of African Mahogany wrapped around the laminates of carbon and glass fiber. The table can thus be seen as a marriage of these opposing readings: from one side, a draped piece of fabric slung down from the top and from the other, a sturdy and massive support: at once a technological innovation and a nod to convention.'

- Office dA.
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Detail, plan.

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