Creating functional abstract pieces and the enjoyable challenges that accompany those unique designs are what drive Beau Lasiewicz to go beyond the idea of what contemporary furniture can look like and function as. Using his knowledge and skills as a wood worker and photographer over the last 20 years has greatly influenced his designs as well as the physical presence his pieces have within a given space.
My work is abstract in nature yet functional in design. I enjoy constructing things that have not been seen before; using, at times, some non-traditional mediums. I enjoy making contradictions; trees are very curvy in nature so I enjoy using angles to juxtapose the original curves of mother-nature’s design. To further that contradiction, I like to add man-made elements, such as metal and epoxy, where natural defects may occur. Tables can be a common and sometimes overlooked feature in a home. I see them as a gathering place that warrants just as much attention to its’ physical presence as to the people that may congregate around it.
The Farmall front end was found in the top of a garage that was being torn down.
The top piece of wood and the bottom beam are from 2 different farms. So the entire piece is from 3 different farms.
The top is supported by 2 pieces of tube steel and 2 steel turnbuckles. The turnbuckles also act as a leveling mechanism as the top board has a twist to it.
The bottom beam has 2 pieces of reclaimed steel that act as feet for additional support.
Chevalier measures 35.25″ tall x 35″ wide x 13.5″ deep.