GL101 | Timbur Outdoor Bench
Material:
FSC™-certified teak, untreated
1,798 €
2 year warranty
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Designed by Icelandic designer Gudmundur Ludvik, the GL101 Timbur Outdoor Bench is a simple and harmonious piece that carries a quiet strength. Crafted from durable FSC™-certified teak, its pared-back, minimalist aesthetic comes from Ludvik’s attention to highlight the beauty of the wood. Generous armrests serve as side tables with enough space to rest a mug and a small side plate. A seat cushion is sold separately.
Born in 1970, Gudmundur Ludvik grew up in Iceland where he from an early age became curious to know how things are composed. His love and appreciation of wood and craftsmanship led Ludvik to train as a carpenter and, after working in construction for several years, he continued his studies at the Icelandic Academy of Arts where he studied sculptures. As part of his training, Ludvik moved to Copenhagen in 1999 to study furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy. Shortly after finishing his studies, he established his own practice, Studio Gudmundur Ludvik, from where he found his playground in pursuing opportunities within crafts, art, and design. Gudmundur Ludvik’s professional composite background has provided him with a deep understanding of material properties as well as production methods and technology. In addition to running his own studio, Ludvik established the industrial design studio Welling/Ludvik in 2010 together with his former co-student Hee Welling. Today, Ludvik enjoys the synergy and variability from working both as part of a design duo and solo, creating the optimal conditions to rethink and renew design. Although Gudmundur Ludvik has lived and worked in Denmark for more than 20 years, he is still very grounded in his Icelandic roots and visits Iceland frequently to enjoy the contrasts and wildness of the unique, Icelandic nature.
Icelandic Minimalism
Designed in 2023, the Timbur Outdoor Bench is Gudmundur Ludvik’s debut design for Carl Hansen & Søn. The Icelandic designer has a background rooted in nature and a deep appreciation for traditional craftsmanship. Having trained as a carpenter and cabinetmaker, his desire to understand the inner workings of a design has instilled a minimalistic approach to his work that is reflected in the GL101 Timbur Outdoor Bench. Meaning ‘timber’ in Icelandic, this minimalist FSC-certified teak bench is a harmonious design that balances a calm simplicity with robust strength. Ludvik has stripped this modular, flat-packed design back to its very essence to focus solely on the beauty of the joinery and the playful nature of the untreated teak, a durable hardwood that patinates as it weathers. An outdoor bench with generous proportions, it features a gently sloping backrest and wide armrests that become useful side tables on which to rest a cup or small plate. Offering a place for quiet contemplation or conversation, the bench is suitable for versatile outdoor settings. A slim, weather-resistant seat cushion is also available for additional comfort.
