NEW WORKS

Atlas Stool wood white / Square

Atlas Stool by NEW WORKS: An Architectural Silhouette Reinvented Through Color

With the Atlas stool, NEW WORKS transforms a basic structure into a piece of furniture with a strong presence. Designed by John Astbury, Atlas draws its inspiration from architecture—and more specifically, from the ancient post-and-beam principle. Its massive bases seem to support the seat like columns, while the contrast between the elements accentuates its graphic and almost monumental character. Despite its compact proportions, the stool thus makes a real statement in any space.

Miniature architecture with brutalist accents

The name Atlas refers to the Titan of Greek mythology condemned to carry the celestial vault on his shoulders. This image of strength and support is directly reflected in the stool’s design. Its sturdy bases support a generous seat, creating visual tension between vertical and horizontal lines. John Astbury also draws inspiration from the porticos and colonnades of architectural history, transposing their principles here into a compact and functional object.

The result possesses a decidedly contemporary, almost brutalist aesthetic, softened, however, by the proportions of the seat and the craftsmanship of the finish. On the square version, the four offset bases accentuate the geometry of the design. The round variant offers a more fluid interpretation with three bases and a circular seat. The two silhouettes create a dialogue between circle and square in distinct compositions.

The glossy lacquer reveals the color

This new interpretation of Atlas makes color a true structural element. The FSC-certified MDF is given a glossy lacquer finish that adds depth and shimmer to the surface. Light glides over the forms, highlighting the edges and lending greater intensity to the silhouette.

Available in Burgundy, Cream, and Espresso, Atlas can play various roles in the Decoration. Burgundy asserts its character and adds a warm, highly graphic touch. Cream further highlights the purity of the design. Espresso offers a deeper, more sophisticated presence. In every case, the high-gloss finish enhances the visual impact of the color and lends the stool an almost precious quality.

What can the Atlas stool be used for?

The Atlas stool can serve just as well as an occasional seat as it can as an end table. Its compact size allows it to be placed next to a sofa, an armchair, or a bed to hold a book, a cup, or a few everyday items. NEW WORKS specifically presents it as a versatile piece, designed to be moved and used wherever a little extra surface area is needed.

Which shape of the Atlas stool should you choose?

The choice depends mainly on the desired visual effect. The square, four-legged version has a more architectural and precise look. The round, three-legged version softens the Atlas’s design with its circular seat and a more fluid silhouette. Both, however, share the same construction principles and the same glossy lacquer finish.

Where should you place an Atlas stool?

Atlas fits easily into a living room, bedroom, or entryway. Placed next to a sofa, it serves as an end table. Paired with an armchair, it becomes a small end table. On its own, it can also be used as a decorative piece to introduce a geometric shape and a touch of color into a more minimalist interior.

With Atlas, NEW WORKS and John Astbury give a simple piece of furniture a truly architectural dimension. Its bold geometry, versatility, and glossy lacquer make it a compact yet expressive piece, capable of bringing structure, color, and character to any interior.

In detail:

• Variation : Cream

• Brand : NEW WORKS

• Designer : John Astbury

• Type : Stool

• Colour : Cream, glossy hairspray

• Material : FSC-certified lacquered MDF (high-gloss lacquer)

• Dimensions : 33 x 32 cm x H 44 cm
• Weight : 20.24 lb