Art and Living

Kathy Taslitz wants people to see themselves in her designs—literally. The Chicago-based designer’s debut collection of sculptural furniture, Pieces of Ourselves, employs a range of rich, weighty, and sometimes reflective materials which enable the viewer to interact with the pieces in a unique way.

“I wanted the project to tell a story,” Taslitz explains. “It starts with our roots and moves toward a more global perspective.” The entire collection is heavily inspired by nature, incorporating roots, branches and leaves with discernible veins that are often juxtaposed with more industrial imagery such as stainless steel chain link.