Header: Surendra Babu Gantenapati
Between Us is a sculptural bench prototype that can transform any indoor or outdoor environment into a landscape of movement, art and interaction. Inspired by organic geometry and dynamic movement, the bench doubles as a freestanding sculptural installation. Its versatile design allows the piece to explore the furniture’s influence on both social interaction and the perception of space.
Visually striking furniture design by Surendra Babu Gantenapati
Designed by Surendra Babu Gantenapati, Between Us merges seating, art and spatial experience. Its fluid geometry transforms the sculptural bench into an architectural landscape, forming a rhythmic sequence of valleys and peaks. The bench’s dynamic silhouette takes on different forms depending on the viewing angle. The eye-grabbing fluid shape of Between Us serves as a focal point of any space. From museums and galleries to atriums, plazas and gardens, the bench is a perfect fit for both interiors and open public spaces.
Between a sculpture and a furniture piece
The carefully contoured composition results in numerous seating options. Depending on their needs, users can choose whether they want to sit alone, rest, gather in groups or engage in conversation from different directions. Don’t let its dramatic spiky appearance fool you; the lower surfaces designed for sitting provide a functional and comfortable experience, while the shifting verticality of the piece results in a profound sculptural and architectural aura.
High-performance material palette
Rather than merely occupying a space, the bench defines its surroundings. By fostering moments of gathering, reflection, conversation, and shared experiences, the bench simultaneously dissolves the distinction between furniture, sculpture, and the built environment. Between Us is made of durable and versatile materials carefully chosen to fit the bench’s dual indoor and outdoor function. High-performance FRP (Fibre-reinforced polymer composite) with a high-gloss black finish ensures prolonged use even in harsh weather conditions. A smooth, nonporous surface resistant to scratches and stains is easy to clean, UV light stable and weather resistant. Blending sculptural artistry with everyday functionality, the sculptural furniture piece offers a fluid expression of form that blurs the line between design and everyday life.
Between Us bench offers an unparalleled seating experience while providing a striking centre point of any given environment. A tasteful and functional statement piece enhances landscapes, public areas, and indoor and outdoor spaces. The unusual aesthetic provides an artistic presence, turning a standard furniture object into a stand-alone public artwork, while the ergonomic shape with carefully contoured surfaces provides comfortable seating at several points of the bench. Its striking nature-inspired shape encourages users to sit, contemplate or socialise, showcasing that lively, over-the-top design is not an obstacle for lasting seating comfort.
