Deanna McLaughlin
The Grass Is Greener On The Other Side
2017
Found & Manipulated Shopping cart.
Reversible upholstery/artificial grass orthopedic cushion.
Found lamp guard for champagne bottle holder.
47 x 32.75 x 56"

Artist Statement:
Deanna McLaughlin's artwork is not bound to one type of material or technique. She derives pleasure through the design challenge. Her sculptural work has been developed from found objects, metal, epoxy resin, fabric, wood, and other objects that inspire new design ideas. Mostly she loves to consider how to connect irony in a quirky, fun, and playful way. Problem-solving how to manipulate a single object in multiple ways underscores my love of design and out-of-the-box way of looking at the world from many perspectives.

Artist Bio:
Deanna has won numerous awards for her artwork and has been granted residency and exhibition opportunities nationally and internationally. Her work is in permanent collections in Museums, Universities, and private collections. She has exhibited in The Philadelphia International Airport, CraftNow, Craftforms International exhibit, Design Philadelphia, "Spring Break" in New York City and others. An insatiable thirst to learn new skills while working with a variety of media sustains her never-ending inspiration to create. Experiencing people from other places and cultures has greatly influenced her approach to looking at life with an ever-fresh perspective. Academic achievements include M.A./M.A.T., University of The Arts. B.S. Art Therapy, Cognate: Psychology, Bowling Green State University. She is also an ERYT500 yoga educator &qi gong teacher.

Ciel Bernabei
Butterfly Dreams, 2024
Digital art print on pillow
18" x 18" x 6"

Artist Statement

Butterfly Dreams is a soft dreamy pillow to rest on and dream about love, happiness and youth.

Artist Bio

Hi Im Ciel, I love creating and dreaming new logos for my designs. Dreamy patterns and inspirations of love, happiness and youth.

Courtesy of Balance Gallery

David Beker
Deconstructed Tansu

Artist Bio

David Beker is an architect, craftsperson and artist. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from Parsons School of Design in Design and Technology, a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, and an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of Maryland. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA.

Drawing from his experience as an architect and digital artist, David Beker's three-dimensional projects exist in a space between functional furniture and architectural sculpture. These sculptures draw inspiration from the deep cultural meaning of recognizable objects. These elements are combined and arranged to create a new composition that challenges the understanding of the object's original meaning.

Donated By The Artist

Carl Durkow
CLT 1 (Cloud Laminate Table)
MDF, formica, aluminum
12" x 12" x 28"

Artist Bio

Carl Durkow (b. 1995, NJ) is a Philadelphia based furniture and object designer whose process involves taking the scenic route, sidestepping the digital realm and embracing the control of the human hand. With a dedication to physical experimentation and refinement, Durkow is interested in utilizing mundane details of the constructed world to foster surprise and intrigue.

Inspired by the elegance of fine craft, surrealist painting, and historic furniture designs he seeks to create objects meant to be lived with and cared for. While function is never neglected in the process, it often comes second to novelty of form and decorative reference. Durkow's creative journey is centered around evocative design, prioritizing sensory and tactile pleasures for anyone who encounters his work.

Donated By The Artist

David Beker
Record Player Console, 2023
Walnut and danish oil
51" x 32" x 21"

Artist Bio

David Beker is an architect, craftsperson and artist. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from Parsons School of Design in Design and Technology, a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, and an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of Maryland. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA.

Drawing from his experience as an architect and digital artist, David Beker's three-dimensional projects exist in a space between functional furniture and architectural sculpture. These sculptures draw inspiration from the deep cultural meaning of recognizable objects. These elements are combined and arranged to create a new composition that challenges the understanding of the object's original meaning.

Donated By The Artist

David Beker
Tower Lamp, 2023
Walnut, lighting and electrical parts, oil finish
53" x 14" x 12"

Artist Bio

David Beker is an architect, craftsperson and artist. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from Parsons School of Design in Design and Technology, a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, and an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of Maryland. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA.

Drawing from his experience as an architect and digital artist, David Beker's three-dimensional projects exist in a space between functional furniture and architectural sculpture. These sculptures draw inspiration from the deep cultural meaning of recognizable objects. These elements are combined and arranged to create a new composition that challenges the understanding of the object's original meaning.

Donated By The Artist

David Beker
Very Tall Table, 2020
Poplar, plywood, finished in milk paint and lacquer
14.5" x 14.5" x 55"

Artist Bio

David Beker is an architect, craftsperson and artist. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from Parsons School of Design in Design and Technology, a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, and an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of Maryland. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA.

Drawing from his experience as an architect and digital artist, David Beker's three-dimensional projects exist in a space between functional furniture and architectural sculpture. These sculptures draw inspiration from the deep cultural meaning of recognizable objects. These elements are combined and arranged to create a new composition that challenges the understanding of the object's original meaning.

Donated By The Artist

David Beker
Wunderkammer, 2021
Cabinet and stand: poplat, plywood and 3D printed elements.
Interior: walnut and acrylic
Cabinet: 18" x 9" x 23"
Stand: 19" x 12" x 29.5"

Artist Bio

David Beker is an architect, craftsperson and artist. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from Parsons School of Design in Design and Technology, a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, and an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of Maryland. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA.

Drawing from his experience as an architect and digital artist, David Beker's three-dimensional projects exist in a space between functional furniture and architectural sculpture. These sculptures draw inspiration from the deep cultural meaning of recognizable objects. These elements are combined and arranged to create a new composition that challenges the understanding of the object's original meaning.

Donated By The Artist

David Beker
Tori Stool, 2018

Artist Bio

David Beker is an architect, craftsperson and artist. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from Parsons School of Design in Design and Technology, a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, and an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of Maryland. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA.

Drawing from his experience as an architect and digital artist, David Beker's three-dimensional projects exist in a space between functional furniture and architectural sculpture. These sculptures draw inspiration from the deep cultural meaning of recognizable objects. These elements are combined and arranged to create a new composition that challenges the understanding of the object's original meaning.

Donated By The Artist

SkateOrDesign
Deckstool - Recycled skateboard Stool, Designed Circa 2007
Woodworking / furniture design, recycled skateboards and skateboard truck/hardware

Artist Statement

Pioneers of skateboard recycling. Pushed by a passion for skateboarding, street art and modern design. Among the first to salvage busted skatedecks and turn them into high-quality furniture, art and home goods. We now have a wide ranging and innovative product portfolio that has been published worldwide. Product form and functionality is derived from the gentle curves of the molded maple plywood. The scraped and scarred artwork is examined and selected for use much like a woodworker selects lumber when building a piece of fine furniture. We use modern manufacturing techniques to create precision parts and skilled craftsman to combine and finish them with an artist's touch.

Donated By The Artist

SkateOrDesign
Recycled Skateboard Step Stool, 2015
Woodworking, recycled skateboards, hardwood plywood

Artist Statement

Pioneers of skateboard recycling. Pushed by a passion for skateboarding, street art and modern design. Among the first to salvage busted skatedecks and turn them into high-quality furniture, art and home goods. We now have a wide ranging and innovative product portfolio that has been published worldwide. Product form and functionality is derived from the gentle curves of the molded maple plywood. The scraped and scarred artwork is examined and selected for use much like a woodworker selects lumber when building a piece of fine furniture. We use modern manufacturing techniques to create precision parts and skilled craftsman to combine and finish them with an artist's touch.

Donated By The Artist

SkateOrDesign
Round Recycled Skateboard Clock, designed circa 2012
Woodworking, recycled skateboards, clock parts
10" diameter

Artist Statement

Pioneers of skateboard recycling. Pushed by a passion for skateboarding, street art and modern design. Among the first to salvage busted skatedecks and turn them into high-quality furniture, art and home goods. We now have a wide ranging and innovative product portfolio that has been published worldwide. Product form and functionality is derived from the gentle curves of the molded maple plywood. The scraped and scarred artwork is examined and selected for use much like a woodworker selects lumber when building a piece of fine furniture. We use modern manufacturing techniques to create precision parts and skilled craftsman to combine and finish them with an artist's touch.

Donated By The Artist