FRAMA's Ratio Storage Series Is Imbued With Architectural Balance
As shown in FRAMA's campaign, the pieces are designed with a timeless aesthetic — a harmonious dynamic that doesn't overpower the existing space. In consistent form, the Ratio Chest and Console offer closed horizontal storage with drawers — providing a clean surface to highlight the Birch grain. Elsewhere, the compact Side Table and open Trolley incorporate the theme of precise construction into accessory solutions.
Ana Magalhães Ilharco and Matilde Cortez de Lobão ofilocrafted the Ratio series with a geometric rhythm inspired by architectural standards. The designers' precise tuning of each design element gives the new collection a familiar quality, echoing the stark wooden forms of furniture from the early 20th century — a period of transition between the era of craftsmen and mass production facilities.
The reference to architectural practice reflects the studio's research-focused approach, often pulling from varied realms, from traditional Japanese interiors to European Modernism. These sensibilities align with the style of FRAMA's other lines, including the Symmetry series and the Rivet Series.
See the gallery above for a closer look at the Ratio Series and shop the collection now onFRAMAand at select stockists.
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