Kelly Wearstler's Nudo Collection: Where Marble Meets Softness

Acclaimed designer Kelly Wearstler has unveiled her latest furniture and accessories line, the Nudo collection, a stunning collaboration with stone supplier Arca. This collection masterfully transforms marble, a material long associated with Wearstler's elegant aesthetic, into sculptural pieces that emphasize softness and fluidity.

Key Takeaways

• The Nudo collection features 22 bold, conversation-starting pieces crafted from a diverse range of richly veined marbles.
• Wearstler's design philosophy for Nudo centers on the theme of "unity," aiming to create softness and curvaceous forms within the inherent strength of marble.
• The collection draws inspiration from the universal craft of weaving, paying homage to ancient global cultures.
• Pieces showcase Arca's advanced manufacturing capabilities, achieving unique woven and bulbous silhouettes.

A Symphony of Stone and Form

Wearstler, known for her California-cool interiors and her previous exploration of marble in Rizzoli's "The Splendor of Marble," continues her fascination with the material in the Nudo collection. Sourced from around the world, the stones include Asian varieties like Verde Tikal, White Beauty, and Rainbow Onyx, alongside European selections such as Fior di Bosco, Rojo Alicante, Rosa Valencia, and Crema Marfil. Each piece is a testament to the unique beauty of marble, with no two blocks or creations being exactly alike.

Weaving Softness into Stone

The core concept behind Nudo is Wearstler's desire to explore the potential for creating genuine softness through curvaceous shapes, even within the robust nature of marble. "The universal craft of weaving is rooted in ancient cultures from across the globe, and each piece in Nudo pays homage to that history," Wearstler explained. This inspiration is evident in the collection's distinctive woven and bulbous silhouettes, which highlight Arca's state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.

Design Highlights

The Nudo collection debuted at Arca’s Wynwood showroom during Design Miami/. While some pieces faced customs delays, the revealed items have captivated audiences. Notable pieces include:

• Nudo Sofa: Features a unique weaving method, designed to stand alone as sculptural art or integrate with other collection pieces.
• Side Tables: Corkscrew-shaped tables showcase swirling patterns of forest green and chartreuse.
• Chairs: Donut-esque forms are adorned with ribbons of clementine and cream.
• Bench: A striking bench crafted from moody gray marble, pierced by stark white elements.
• Bowls: Embodying interconnected yarns, these bowls celebrate traditional weaving with softly rounded silhouettes and intimately scaled knots.

José Fernández, CEO of Arca, commented on the collection's impact, stating, "It’s so incredible to see the uniqueness of marble firsthand, where each block, and each supplemental creation, is truly different but equally stunning."

The Nudo collection is available exclusively at Arca’s Wynwood showroom, as well as online at arcaww.com and kellywearstler.com.

Sources

• Kelly Wearstler’s Latest Furniture Collection Transforms Marble into Sinuous Forms, Galerie Magazine.