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Milky Splice, Composite Material, 2012
790 x 820 x 460 mm / 31.1 x 32.3 x 18.1 in

Milky Splice is characterised by pearlescent swells of color originating from the interplay of light and surface curvature, revealing subtle shades of red, purple and white.

Its sweeping form simultaneously embraces the user positioned on its concave elevation, whilst creating a dissection by means of a blade-like vertical horizon line originating at its rear. This vertical blade transitions into distinct horizontal wave forms on each side elevation, creating structural forces that synthesise form, function and surface flow, marking the transition between the blade and waves by blurred surfaces in motion. The outcome is a rich constellation of color maps across a very compact volume.

Ifeanyi will participate at Perimeter’s forthcoming group show taking place from April 25th to June 15th 2012. Titled Chromophobia, the exhibition departs conceptually from David Batchelor’s book of the same name.

Divided into 4 scenarios and composed of works chosen for the importance of colour in relation to their conception, the exhibition is designed by Maryam Mahdavi and features Milky Splice, as well as the work of:

Aldo Bakker, Campana Brothers, Miguel Chevalier, Formafantasma, Janette Laverriere, Tomas Libertiny, Maryam Mahdavi, Peter Marigold, Pierre Paulin, Paola Petrobelli and Studio Job.

Opening reception April 24th, 18:30 to 21:30.
47 rue Saint André des Arts, Paris.
Gallery hours: 14:30 to 19:00, Tuesday to Saturday and by appointment.

For additional information please visit:
www.perimeter-artanddesign.com

Splice was successfully launched at PAD Paris, many thanks to Pascale Revert and her team for putting together an engaging booth. And a big thank you to all who visited!

– Ifeanyi

“The Splice Chair by Ifeanyi Oganwu.”
notcot.org, March 2012
http://www.notcot.org/post/46885/

“Splice by Expand Design.”
Contemporist, March 19, 2012
http://www.contemporist.com/2012/03/19/splice-by-expand-design/

“Splice Chair by Ifeanyi Oganwu.”
Mocoloco, March 19, 2012
http://www.mocoloco.com/fresh2/2012/03/19/splice-chair-by-ifeanyi-oganwu.php

“Splice is the Seat of Futuristic Expand Design.”
Designerblog, March 20, 2012
http://www.designerblog.it/post/13789/splice-e-la-seduta-futuristica-di-expand-design

Vin, Angelina. “Gallery of images in the sculpture studio of Splice Expand Design.”
Russian Design Hub, March 21, 2012
http://www.rdh.ru/design/design-design/2128-galereja-obrazov-na-skulpture-splice-ot-studii-expand-design.html

Splice, Aluminium, 2012
790 x 820 x 460 mm / 31.1 x 32.3 x 18.1 in

Splice intersects the worlds of handicraft and digital design methodologies, assembling 6 primary aluminium panels that are hand-formed over a CNC-milled 3D template. The resulting surfaces and curvatures create a broad range of distinct reflective zones and distortions over a very compact volume.

The design is characterized by a sweeping form that simultaneously embraces the user positioned on its concave elevation, whilst creating a dissection by means of a blade-like vertical horizon line originating at its rear. This vertical blade transitions into distinct horizontal wave forms on each side elevation, creating structural forces that synthesize form, function and surface flow. Further to marking the transition between the blade and waves by blurred surfaces in motion, the contours of the upper surface are highlighted by apertures that serve multiple purposes. By opening into the void within the shell structure they create a lighter construct and uniquely juxtapose a highly reflective exterior with the void of the interior surface. Additionally, the apertures act as grips for handling the work and enhance the acoustic experience of the form, dampening the throbbing sounds usually associated with metal.

Originating after 2 years of research and development involving the intricacies of manipulating multi-curved sheet metal, it is a fine example of “engineered craft”.

Ifeanyi is now represented by Paris-based gallery Perimeter Art&Design led by Pascale Revert and her amazing team. Perimeter will be introducing Expand to an international audience in a group show at PAD, Paris’s premier art and design fair taking place March 28th through April 1st.

Perimeter Art&Design, Stand No. 15 / PAVILLON DES ART ET DU DESIGN

From 28th March to 1st April 2012, at the Tuileries in Paris
VIP Opening on Tuesday March 27th from 5pm to 10pm
Open daily, 11am to 8pm
Late opening Thursday March 29th till 10pm

About Perimeter Art&Design:
Since 2004 Perimeter Art&Design has been developing, producing and presenting exceptional furniture and objects. Collaborating with designers, artists and international architects from different generations, the gallery promotes diversity and richness in the world of contemporary design. Perimeter’s selection for the 2012 edition of PAD Paris reflects this approach.

For additional information please visit:
www.padparis.net
www.perimeter-artanddesign.com

On Monday February 13th Ifeanyi will deliver an afternoon lecture at IIT Chicago. Titled “New Work”, the talk will revolve around the journey leading up to the completion of Splice, the forthcoming creation that will be launched this spring.

Event Details:
Noon, Monday, February 13th
S.R. Crown Hall, Lower Core
3360 S. State Street. Chicago, IL 60616

For additional information please visit www.iit.edu/arch

Ifeanyi and Expand Design appear on a future-forward guide to 2012 compiled by Wings Magazine, the inflight journal of Arik Air, West-Africa’s leading airline. Complimentary copies are available through February on short and long haul flights, grab one if on-board.

Editorial team. “In with the New: The Complete Optimist’s Guide to 2012.”
Wings, Nigeria, Dec. 2011 – Feb. 2012

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Ren Featured in Plaza Magazine.

Editorial Team. “Design-Yra.”
Plaza Magazine, Sweden, October, 2011

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CCA Lecture, San Francisco
October 26, 2011
Run Time: 55mins 08secs
Video Courtesy of CCA

Nigeria’s Vanguard Allure Magazine recently featured an excellent interview and cover with Ifeanyi elaborating on his works and working process.

Remmy Diagbare. “Ifeanyi Oganwu. Merging Architecture with Hi-tech Designs.”
Vanguard Allure, Nigeria, September 25, 2011. Portraits by Jonathan Perugia

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On Wednesday October 26th Ifeanyi will deliver an evening lecture at the California College of Arts, San Francisco as part of their Design and Craft lecture program. Behind-the-scenes material on both current collections and works in progress will be presented.

For further details please visit: http://www.cca.edu/calendar/2011/lecture-ifeanyi-oganwu-expand-design-ltd