One thing that can be said about nature, is that it’s usually not ugly. Through the scales, from massive rock formations all the way down to the molecules that make life, beauty is there. Inspired by this, the designer Leonardo Rossano and the Brazilian architect Deborah Mansur, created DNA… the bench.
Courtesy of Leonardo Rossano + Deborah Mansur
A modular bench meant for public spaces, it is composed of a continuous band of plywood which twists around to create 3.5 seats. The last, cantilevered seat at the end, appears to be a sit-at-your-own-risk seating arrangement.
Courtesy of Leonardo Rossano + Deborah Mansur
By Matt Davis
Matt Davis is a Virginia Tech graduate and one of the founding editors behind Arch2O. Launching the platform in mid‑2012 alongside fellow Hokies, he helped shape its identity as an international hub for design innovation and critical dialogue . With a foundation in architectural education and a passion for uncovering unconventional design approaches, Matt has contributed significantly—both editorially and strategically—to Arch2O’s growth, ensuring that emerging architects, academics, and creatives have a space to question, explore, and elevate the built environment.