Lawless sofa by Evan Fay
Each is a unique hand-sculpted creation
Dimensions:
W 1676, D 863, H 1016 mm
W 66”, D 34”, H 40” inches
Materials: Steel, brass, foam, Knoll stretch appeal upholstery fabric.
Lawless chair is a celebration of irregularity within a system, pursuing a more artful form that responds to the chaotic landscape within our structured society. The punk aesthetic within the chair contextualizes a poetic moment to reflect and voice through design, an attitude towards our hectically evolving environments and contemporary dilemmas. Taking ownership of truthful possessions, finding comfort in dystopia, and beauty in chaos may be a confronting reality and opportunity to embrace new expressions in design.
Evan Fay is an American furniture designer and maker based in Detroit, Michigan, whose practice explores the intersection of sculpture, craftsmanship, and functional design. Working through an intuitive, hands-on process, he creates collectible furniture and objects distinguished by expressive forms, dynamic structures, and a refined balance between spontaneity and precision. Rooted in a background in furniture and three-dimensional design, his work embraces irregularity as an essential design language, allowing material and construction to shape the evolution of each piece.
Working primarily with steel, brass, wood, and woven materials, Fay combines traditional fabrication techniques with an experimental approach to create sculptural works that blur the boundaries between art and design. Defined by bold silhouettes, tactile materiality, and meticulous craftsmanship, his practice investigates the dialogue between line, structure, and movement, transforming industrial materials into timeless objects that celebrate process, individuality, and the expressive potential of making.