At Bastant Design, it's about more than just creating beautiful products. We have a clear ambition that our interior for the kitchen, entrance hall and bath must also have a high level of functionality, so that your everyday life is filled with moments of efficient luxury. But although function and beauty are the basis of all our designs, we have actually also made a number of conscious choices in order to create a product that benefits both you and the environment.
In this article, we invite you behind the scenes of our production to give an insight into how we create the timeless and functional designs you find in our collection, and what thoughts we have about the environment and the next generations. And where everything we do is imbued with a huge passion for craftsmanship, attention to detail and a deep respect for the materials we work with.
Inspiration and design process
Everything starts with inspiration. At Bastant Design, we find our inspiration in the Nordic minimalism and pure functionalism that has characterized Scandinavian design for decades. When we begin a new design process, it often starts from a desire to optimize a process in the home through the interior. It can be a place in the home where we ourselves experience a problem, like when Martin invented the design for our sturdy paper towel holder. As a father of small children, he often found himself standing with a child on his arm and needing a piece of paper towel, which was impossible to tear off with one hand without the entire paper towel holder falling over. This was the start of a process in which he designed a minimalist but robust kitchen roll holder that never falls over. Over the years, the design was refined, so that the base plate, rod and top got just the right, sharp look, and the design in the various materials such as brass, steel, black and copper lifted the luxurious expression to new heights.
In the same way, we think through all the designs we have made for ourselves over the years. A shelf for the living room often fits with a different depth than a shelf for the kitchen, which may not have to be as deep, but can advantageously have a small edge to create a nice frame for spices and other delicious things that you enjoy having standing out front .
All our designs are also crafted from a tactile experience. A tray is not just a tray, but must also be a pleasure to touch and handle, where soft, deburred edges make the tray a completely unique experience for both eyes and hands.
Choice of materials
Bastant Design's choice of materials is based on quality, durability and aesthetics. By using pure, natural materials such as brass, steel and iron, we ensure that our products are incredibly durable, as the materials have a very long lifespan. The materials are also not only visually appealing, but also robust, which makes them suitable for daily use and ensures that the products last for many years. If one were to be faced with a replacement of one's material choice, both brass, steel and iron have an almost endless recycling cycle.
From idea to prototype
Once we have a good idea, it doesn't take many days before we have a prototype in hand. Thanks to our Danish workshop and Martin's many years of experience as a blacksmith, he quickly has a draft ready that we can either refine or approve. This makes the process from idea to finished product incredibly short, as we do not have to wait for goods from far away, but has the incredibly big advantage that we make all our designs in the local area.
Craftsmanship and production with regard to the environment
Once we have approved the prototype, actual production begins. The basis for all our designs is the traditional blacksmith craft, where Martin quality-assures the entire process, from training other blacksmiths to approving the final product. Our products are often produced in small batches, which allows us to maintain a high standard of quality and detail. We are incredibly proud to maintain production in our Danish workshop, as it is deeply in our design DNA that we have production very close to our everyday lives. In addition, it just feels really good to make a product that is manufactured under proper conditions and, not least, has the shortest possible journey from workshop to customer.
Consideration for the environment is a cornerstone of our production. We continuously work to reduce our environmental footprint by minimizing waste, using long-lasting materials and ensuring that our production processes are as energy efficient as possible. We believe that high-quality products, produced locally and made to last, are an important part of a sustainable future.
From workshop to home
When the products are finished and approved, they are ready to be sent to your home. We pack each product carefully to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. At Bastant Design, we know that our work does not stop when the products leave our workshop. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring that every customer is fully satisfied with their purchase and enjoys our designs for many years to come.
From the first idea to the finished product, the process is a journey filled with creativity, craftsmanship and an unwavering dedication to quality. We believe that good products are created with the heart - with respect for the materials, craftsmanship and design. When you choose a product from Bastant Design, you are not only choosing a beautiful piece of design, but also a functional product that is created with passion and built to last.