Stretch and Bend Like a Pretzel

Doesn’t the shape of the Pretzel Bench have you craving crunchy pretzels?

Designed by Abie Abdillah of Indonesia, the Pretzel Bench is made from 100% rattan. In his country of Indonesia, rattan is an abundant resource that accounts for 70% of the entire world’s supply.

Abdillah explains details about rattan, how it is a natural material that while strong, it also has the ability to bend and stretch, like a pretzel. He designed the twisty shape of the Pretzel Bench to exemplify this unique quality of rattan.

For more information on Abie Abdillah, and to take a look at his other interesting designs using rattan, check out his website.

October 13th, 2010 by Lyn

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