Archive · 5 Jun 2025
Bawa Designs Re-edited for Global Markets in New Exhibition
Imagine a famous architect named Geoffrey Bawa who designed beautiful furniture a long time ago.
Now, some clever people in India, called Phantom Hands, are recreating these designs.
They're not just copying; they're making the furniture again, but using new materials that are allowed now, like different types of wood.
This new exhibition shows off these updated versions of Bawa's furniture.
It's happening in Colombo, and it's all about how design can change over time and still look great.
The designers made the furniture to be used and enjoyed today.
Phantom Hands launched a furniture collection based on Geoffrey Bawa's designs.
The exhibition, 'Design in the Moment', features 22 re-editions and prototypes.
The designs were hand-built in Bengaluru.
Materials were adapted to meet contemporary and global market standards.
The exhibition is at The Bawa Space in Colombo until May 31, 2025.
- Who
- Phantom Hands, architect Geoffrey Bawa.
- What
- An exhibition of re-edited furniture designs by Geoffrey Bawa.
- When
- Until May 31, 2025.
- Where
- The Bawa Space in Colombo.
- Why
- To present Bawa's designs in a contemporary context and appeal to international markets.
Contemporary Adaptation
Design Authenticity
Material Selection
Contemporary Adaptation
The originals used tropical hardwoods not permitted today.
Design Authenticity
Use of alternative materials while maintaining the essence.
- Exhibition Pieces
- 22
- Exhibition Location
- Colombo
- Production Location
- Bengaluru
- Exhibition End Date
- May 31, 2025
- Original Designer
- Geoffrey Bawa