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Another D Rams inspired wall piece for a client. Incl RD-9, WM-GX622, Pro-800, TD-202, FM Radio, CD Nocturnal and a pullout keyboard. Designed by Love Hultén, a Swedish audiovisual artist and woodworker, is renowned for his unique fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology, creating bespoke synthesizers and audiovisual devices that are both functional and artistic. His work often draws inspiration from mid-century design aesthetics, particularly the minimalist and functional principles championed by German industrial designer Dieter Rams.
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All image rights by Love Hultén — https://www.lovehulten.com/
Dieter Rams inspired wall unit by Love Hulton
One notable example of Hultén's homage to Rams is his SK4 project. Based on his earlier creation, the R-Kaid-R, the SK4 is a folding portable device that stores over 10,000 games. This design pays tribute to Rams's iconic SK-4 record player and T3 pocket radio, both exemplifying Rams's commitment to simplicity and functionality.
Dieter Rams inspired wall unit by Love Hultén
In an interview with Synth History, Hultén discussed another project, the SOMALAB, a wall-mounted setup inspired by Dieter Rams's 1965 Braun hi-fi unit. Hultén expressed his desire to explore the concept further, stating, "I had previously made a wall mounted setup, the SOMALAB – inspired by Dieter Rams BRAUN hifi unit from '65. I wanted to try something..."
All image rights by Love Hultén — https://www.lovehulten.com/
All image rights by Love Hultén — https://www.lovehulten.com/
Hultén's creations are characterized by a nostalgia
Hultén's creations are characterized by a nostalgic yet futuristic aesthetic, often incorporating elements reminiscent of vintage toys and retro-futuristic designs. His Y-17 synthesizer, for instance, combines a synthesizer with a ferrofluid visualizer, resulting in a device that is both visually captivating and sonically innovative. This approach reflects Hultén's philosophy of merging past and present design elements to create timeless pieces.
Love for meticulous craftsmanship
Through his meticulous craftsmanship and thoughtful design, Love Hultén continues to push the boundaries of audiovisual art, creating pieces that not only pay homage to design pioneers like Dieter Rams but also offer fresh perspectives on the intersection of form and function. Make sure to visit his website https://www.lovehulten.com/ to see other projects as well.
All image rights by Love Hultén — https://www.lovehulten.com/
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