Pila Pattern is a concept and a new project.
Enough of the stacking your chairs and losing space at home? Pila is the answer!
Pila is a four 3D printed stools, which are stack like a totem.
This is an object as useful as eye catching, like a sculpture.
Pila is committed to reuse material already available. That’s way, plastic was an evident. It is strong, colorless and can be use in and out.
Thanks to the 3D printed production, every piece is unique. (It is unique thanks to the 3D printed production, this mean the every pieces can be tailor made and unique.)
The combination of the 4 stools is yours... Pila evolves according to your desire.
Pila is not only a concept and a design. It is an useful aesthetic object.
The choice of shapes and colors are endless ... What would be yours ?
ABOUT
Louise Wauters, 33 years old, from Brussels, is an interior designer who graduated from ESA Saint-Luc Brussels and Politecnico Milano.
The conviction that manufactured materials and objects deserve new lives by avoiding the use of new materials has shaped her entire career. The metamorphosis from beach trash to functional design raised the question: how could these colorful, durable material objects ever be considered trash?
This philosophy is evident in projects such as "Coucou Brussels," which scattered container bars made with more than 90% recycled materials in key points of Brussels; the scenography for Brussels Fashion Days 2016, for which materials from the previous year were reused; and the "Chiné" scenography of Salvatore Calcagno’s "La Voix Humaine" for the Théâtre de Liège. Not to mention her restoration mission for the National Bank, whose cellars and attics are full of treasures to be restored.
In 2021, she opened the "Chez Nous" restaurant, which serves local products in a décor that creates a popular showcase for Brussels' upcycling movement.
Today, she continues to use recycled plastic to create new aesthetic objects, and you wouldn’t be able to tell that they came from trash.
Pila Pattern: An Aesthetic and Sustainable Reinvention
An interview with Pila Pattern founder Louise Wauters
Introduction
Pila Pattern is much more than just a project; it represents a true revolution in how we envision space and design. Imagine a set of four 3D-printed stools that can elegantly stack to form a totem that is both practical and aesthetic. It’s an innovative solution for those who wish to maximize their space, whether indoors or outdoors, without sacrificing style. With Pila Pattern, every piece becomes a work of art.
A Commitment to Sustainability
At the heart of Pila Pattern lies a strong commitment to sustainability: recycled materials can and should have a second life. By using recycled plastic, Pila Pattern demonstrates that functionality, aesthetics, and circular economy can coexist harmoniously. Each stool is unique, thanks to 3D printing technology that allows for infinite customization in terms of shapes and colors. It’s an opportunity for everyone to become the artist of their own space.
My Journey
I am Louise Wauters, a Brussels-based interior architect passionate about sustainable design. My career has always been guided by the belief that manufactured objects deserve a second life. From transforming beach waste into functional objects to creating projects like "Coucou Bruxelles" in 2015, where former Belgian army containers were repurposed to create temporary bars in the city, each of my projects has been a step toward a circular economy.
The Origin of the Idea
My journey took a turn when I opened the restaurant "Chez nous" in Ixelles in 2021, which was a showcase for Brussels' upcycling. Unfortunately, the pandemic brought this project to an end. I then chose to bring Pila Pattern to life, initially conceived for the restaurant. I had envisioned totem stools designed for tables of two or four, allowing for the unexpected addition of a third or fifth person. This facilitates storage while maintaining the aesthetic of the space. The failure of my restaurant motivated me to transform this vision into reality, as promoting sustainable solutions is essential today.
A Vision for the Future
In November 2024, I will have the honor of participating in the Arte Laguna Prize in Venice, an international design exhibition. This will be a unique opportunity to share my vision with artists from around the world and raise awareness about the importance of reuse and upcycling. I have found it difficult to locate 3D printers that use recycled plastic, which seems absurd in 2024. Therefore, I am looking to connect with investors interested in developing this ambitious project, aiming to create a strong network around Pila Pattern to promote sustainable design.
Ecological Commitment
Recently, I completed a training course on the Climate Fresco created by Cédric Ringenbach, which helped me better understand the urgency of the climate crisis. Through Pila Pattern, I aim to convey strong messages about sustainability by transforming waste into aesthetic and useful objects.
Conclusion
Pila Pattern reflects my beliefs and dreams : a world where every object tells a story, where aesthetics meet responsibility. Together, let’s make our spaces beautiful, inspiring, and sustainable.
Louise Wauters