Root Table

Conceptually the ROOT table was born from the idea of a tree.
Given praise to its roots by inverting the table to show the surface
as the dominating aesthetic, while highlighting the colors of its leaves
and branches but making them the subordinate component within
the structure.

Woodwares

A collaboration with Theaster Gates. I was asked to design and fabricate a set of eating utensils that allow a user to indulge in collard greens and sushi in one sitting. Given the material of cherry wood from a demolished boat house, we dove into the project and these are the results. I elongated the neck of the fork, prong and spoon to allow for tapering of the opposing end of each utensil to mimic chopsticks.

Mej from Rebuild Foundation trying out the chop sticks

Guerilla Truck Show 2011

2011 - Give it up!

The Projects that 22b design has lined up, are already "Bananas". Stay tuned for new merch.

afro-scandi planks.........available for christmas.

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The ties are made of spare and scrap pieces of wood found in my shop after large jobs. Inspired from traditional wooden African beads and Scandinavian craftsmanship, this new line is meant for the well dressed architect, business man, professor, scientist, art historian, the politician and the hip skateboarder, artist, musician, trendsetter, dj and carpenter. These lovely pieces can also be worn as a hair accessory or pendant.
Clothing from Casa De Soul(www.casadesoul.net)
Photos by Agnieszka Kulon. (www.kreatia.com)

Each one Teach one

These young designers allowed me to come into their church for an after school program
and work with them on designing chairs. Little did I know, but these kids had
great imaginations and full capabilities to see and develop ideas with little
guidance. Once given the right tools and training three groups of kids came up with
3 marvelously built chairs. I thank them and Sprout Youth Programming for allowing me the pleasure and experience to learn, their way.

Who are we!

We are a design studio with full wood, metal and stainless steel fabrication capabilities. Working in the industry for over 15 years 22b has been developing ideas and collaborating with local manufacturers, designers, architects and businesses while keeping abreast of new materials and processes. 22b focuses on bringing innovative ideas and solutions followed by continued relationship building with local communities throughout Chicagoland and abroad. 22b has worked with business owners from initial concept in order to allow the necessary research to involve the environment, community and cultures that will inhabit the space. This tactical research helps to reassure that the needs of the consumer and the business owner are fully served. Product design, residential, retail, restaurant and office spaces all require diverse design solutions, so each is approached with a particular attention.

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