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Laurent Maugoust

Case Study

Sculptural furniture with sensual shapes made from Cosentino natural stone

Laurent Maugoust and Cécile Chenais

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Location

France

Material

Sensa / Scalea

Colour

Sensa Vancouver / Scalea Verde Guaco

Name of the design

Naïl coffee table / Mantis table

Architecture / Design

Laurent Maugoust and Cécile Chenais

Application

Tables

Type of project

Furniture design

Thickness: 8 mm

20 mm, 30 mm

Minimalist design tables

The first pieces of furniture designed by Laurent Maugoust’s eponymous editor, in collaboration with his artistic director Cécile Chenais, are two sculptural tables with a lot of character and a graphic and dramatic design. Both were presented at the Silvera Saint-Germain showroom in Paris, with an exhibition that allows us to fully appreciate their textures and colours, among which Sensa and Scalea by Cosentino stand out.

With their Mantis table and Naïl coffee table, the creative pair have established a dialogue between materials and shapes which revolves around the geometric character of the design and a spirit that is as demanding as it is refined.

Naïl Coffee Table: Sensa Vancouver quartzite tops (1.10 x 0.80 m (x 2 tables) / Thickness: 2 cm) Table base in Scalea Verde Guaco natural stone.

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An ideal surface

Sensa Vancouver quartzite and Scalea Verde Guaco marble were the natural stones chosen for the design of these two tables. “Sensa was a great discovery in terms of product, originality and technology. Choosing Vancouver to create this table with such a special, organic and sensual touch is a real success”, explains Cécile Chenais.

Indeed, thanks to the Senguard NK protection, specially developed by Cosentino for the Sensa colour range, the material is exceptionally resistant to stains, aggressive and acidic substances and scratches, while at the same time being easy to maintain on a daily basis, making it an ideal surface. It is also NSF certified, which confirms it as a suitable surface for food contact, with no risk of staining or damage. In this way Sensa combines classic beauty with cutting edge technology, thus maintaining the natural colour of the stone.

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“Choosing Vancouver quartzite to create this table with such a special, organic and sensual touch is a real success”.
Cécile Chenais

Cécile Chenais

Artistic Director at Laurent Maugoust

Mantis Table: Sensa Vancouver quartzite top and chrome inserts. (2.40 x 1 m / Thickness: 3 cm)

Versatile materials

“The interesting thing about Cosentino is that its materials are very versatile. These include natural stones like Sensa, ultracompact and ultra resistant surfaces like Dekton and high tech materials of great aesthetic value like Silestone. They can therefore be used in kitchens as well as for high-end design and the creation of unique objects, which is what we did with this table and coffee table”, explains Laurent Maugoust. “It is very interesting for us to use such high quality products with outstanding technical solutions that can be adapted to different types of projects”, says Cécile Chenais.

Cosentino's materials used in this project

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Vancouver

SENSA
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Verde Guaco

SCALEA

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Case Study

An industrial yet warm look for a family loft

Las 5 Glorias

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Location

Madrid, Spain

Material

Dekton / Scalea Natural Stone / Silestone

Colour

Nilium, Danae / Trav Romano / Blanco Zeus

Quantity

Dekton Nilium, flooring 100 m2
Dekton Danae, swimming pool 80 m2
Scalea Trav Romano, flooring and exterior cladding 150 m2
Silestone Blanco Zeus, kitchen worktops 15 m2
Silestone Blanco Zeus, bathroom cladding 6 m2

Photos

Goyo Conde

Architecture / Design

Las 5 Glorias

Application

Interior and exterior cladding, kitchen worktops, wall cladding, swimming pool

End date

2021

Thickness: 8 mm

Dekton Nilium and Danae: 8 mm
Scalea Trav Romano: 2 cm

A demanding interior design

The interior designers of this home, located in a popular residential area on the outskirts of Madrid, faced a double challenge: on the one hand, they had to connect and give structural coherence to two independent semi-detached houses, transforming them into a single large family house with fewer but more spacious rooms; on the other hand, they had to bring new life to the interior appearance of the construction, creating an urban atmosphere inspired by New York lofts, something more in keeping with the needs of the owners, a young couple with several children and international tastes.

To do so, the space was redistributed allowing for a large open-plan floor of 100 m2 with part of its ceilings at double height. The staircase leading to the basement and the first floor was placed in the centre of the new room, which houses the living room, the dining room, a work area, the kitchen, a toilet and some additional relaxing and reading areas. Made from iron, wood and glass, it acts as an almost sculptural element that visually connects the various areas and, at the same time, helps to create different atmospheres depending on its use.

An industrial yet warm look dominates the décor, combining fine wood with natural finishes, brass, velvet, exposed brick and large-format floors reminiscent of concrete with metal accents, but with better technical performance in terms of resistance. The owners wanted an ‘all-terrain’ flooring solution that could withstand a lively social life (that would not get stained by a glass of wine, for example) and the demanding use of children (scratches, knocks, etc.). The interior designers recommended a safe bet, Dekton Nilium.

Nilium, the winning bet

Nilium, from Dekton’s Industrial series, is an ultra-compact colour inspired by a silver metal, with a subtle mix of white and grey shades that represents the beginning of the oxidation process of a material. Despite its delicate appearance, it has the same technical features of any other Dekton surface, such as high resistance to scratches, stains and temperature changes, which is particularly useful for the installation of underfloor heating.

When it comes to Dekton, thermal conductivity is better than with traditional products used with underfloor heating such as wood or linoleum, allowing for better heat transfer. Unlike these materials, the expansion is smaller and dimensional stability facilitates a perfect assembly, leaving a joint of only 2 mm, whatever the format used. This enhances the sense of visual continuity.

A very bright work area

For the kitchen, which has a strong visual connection to the exterior, they opted for a bright white, thus maximising natural light. For both the worktops of the wall unit and the island, they chose Blanco Zeus, an almost pure, energetic and timeless white from Silestone’s Mythology series. The same colour is used for the walls and the column in the window area, giving a cleaner and more unified look. The same goes for the shower in the guest bathroom.

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Dekton and Scalea, the best allies

Both the perimeter wall of the garden and its paving and stairs were clad with a unique texture, a natural travertine from Scalea by Cosentino, Trav Romano. This stone, commonly used in the monuments of Ancient Rome, provides strength and elegance with a timeless finish that stands the test of time.

The elegant tones of this material continue in the swimming pool, but with a finish that is more resistant to the impact of water and the chemicals required for maintenance. In this space, Las 5 Glorias studio opted for Dekton Danae. Its large format reduces the number of joints, preventing the proliferation of bacteria and microorganisms. Furthermore, Dekton colours remain unaffected by exposure to sunlight and can be treated with Grip+ technology, which prevents slipping without compromising an aesthetically pleasing finish.

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Cosentino's materials used in this project

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Nilium

DEKTON
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Danae

DEKTON
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BLANCO ZEUS

Silestone
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TRAV ROMANO

SCALEA

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Nina Magon

Case Study

A luxury boutique inside a jewellery shop

Nina Magon Studio

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Location

Houston, Texas (USA)

Material

Natural Stone I Dekton

Colour

Custom | Liquid Embers

Quantity

17 m2

Architecture / Design

Nina Magon Studio

Application

Cladding and worktop

End date

2021

Thickness: 8 mm

1.2 - 2 cm

The value of custom design

Nina Magon’s new space in Houston has transformed into the exclusive meeting place for lovers of luxury and design. Located on the first floor of Texas’ leading jewellery shop, Zadok Jewelers, the designer has opted for a sophisticated interior design very much in keeping with the aesthetic of her NM Lifestyle and Pavus collections, which include custom furniture, lighting, carpets and tableware.

To do this, Magon used an eye-catching customised natural stone from Cosentino in its distinctive emerald green colour to clad parts of the walls and the background of her logo, and combined it with the dynamism of Dekton Liquid Embers.

The NM Lounge is designed not only to showcase her pieces, but also to host small private events such as VIP dinners for jewellery brands or for Zadok Jewelers’ customers to relax and enjoy their time in the shop. An elegant, almost monochromatic space in shades of green is complemented by Dekton Liquid Embers wall cladding in a beautiful magma colour with an attractive wavy texture.

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Unexpected arches

Magon wanted the room’s decoration to be dynamic and striking, but with a design that would last over time, while adding depth and interest to the furniture, and going beyond a mere display of products. To achieve this, she used a series of customised arches taking advantage of the versatility and durability of Cosentino materials.

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‘The beauty and richness of Cosentino stones evoke a refined opulence that is both functional and incredibly stylish.’
Nina Magon

Nina Magon

Founder of Nina Magon Studio

Cosentino's materials used in this project

Liquid-Embers

Liquid Embers

Dekton

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