Lateral

Modernism had a wonderful confidence in geometry. Squares, rectangles and straight lines became the building blocks of an entirely new decorative language. Ornament no longer needed elaborate flourishes or historical references. A few carefully arranged shapes could do the job just as well.

Lateral belongs very much to this tradition. Its two complementary motifs bring together solid blocks of colour and closely spaced lines, with a graphic quality reminiscent of mid-century textiles and abstract art. The geometry is bold and uncompromising, yet the repetition gives it an unexpected sense of ease.

The contrast between the two arrangements is particularly interesting. A regular grid brings out the architectural character of the design, with a sense of order that feels almost monumental. A less formal composition introduces movement, allowing the geometry to become more playful without losing its underlying discipline.

There is a wonderful relationship between the dense areas of colour and the finer linear details. Recalling the graphic experiments of the Bauhaus and the more expressive side of twentieth-century modernism.

Lateral makes no attempt to disguise its geometry. Instead, it embraces the boldness of its forms, finding a comfortable balance between graphic intensity and visual order.

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