Allan lake Furnitre - Rainbow Desk
Drawing on sustainable Britsh woodland resources, the desk combines technical craftsmanship with design visioning, its pendulous, curved drawers hanging like a great fungi and catching the eye with their mesmerising swirls and shades.
Sinuous legs reflect the natural kaleidoscope of the native British woodland; the rich, burred brown of walnut, the pale beauty of sycamore, the striking orange of yew wood and the soft red-brown of elm.
A stylish inlay of oak adds a striking design feature to the desk top, whilst curved handles of multicoloured wood add a finishing touch of charm.
Allan says: “To make this unique piece of furniture, I drew inspiration from the room and environment in which it will live as well as the tastes and character of my client, using an intuitive understanding of various native woods to make the envisioned piece come alive.
“By combining traditional and contemporary furniture making techniques, I create pieces straight from the imagination, using technical skills to give balance to sinuous, sprouting or hanging forms. The result is furniture that at once seems to be both a natural and magical creation”.
Readers interested in the Rainbow Desk or a piece of commissioned work should visit www.allan-lake.com. He can be contacted on 07772447134 or by email - allan@allan-
