THE FOUNTAIN

2020

French Oak with black finish

Bar

Etienne Bastormag
Mahdi Hijazi

Ieva Saudergaite

Mego Toumayan

Contact us at info@etiennebas.com

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A black and white digital illustration of a spiral staircase with stepped, gear-shaped edges, seen from an upward angle, on a dark background.

  • The fountain is a landmark piece inspired by another urban landmark fountain.

    The fragmented design offers glimpses into the interior, creating an air of mystery and inviting curiosity.

    Shadows and reflections shift subtly across its surfaces throughout the day, enhancing the piece’s sculptural presence.

Modern black sculptural partition or art piece next to floor-to-ceiling windows with sheer curtains and a curved marble-top bench in a well-lit room.
A person walking down a dirt road with leafless trees and power lines on each side, toward a large, rust-colored, artistic sculpture resembling a upside-down umbrella or mushroom, with snow-covered mountains in the background.

  • Function meets form, as hidden compartments and seamless storage are integrated within the modular framework, blending practicality with artistic expression.

    This piece doesn’t just serve as a bar—it transforms into an architectural element that engages the space, paying homage to Gyumri’s rich urban textures while offering a contemporary reinterpretation of its timeless forms

Modern black cylindrical speaker with slats standing in front of sheer white curtains and a light-colored floor.
Black and white cabinet with bottles of liquor and a mirror.
A tall, modern black wooden cabinet with vertical slats, positioned in a contemporary living space, reflected in a large mirror on the wall.
Close-up of stacked black wooden slats with a textured surface.

  • This bar unit, designed as a statement piece within the apartment, draws inspiration from the fragmented modular structures of an urban fountain found in Gyumri, Armenia. Echoing the fountain’s geometric forms, the unit is composed of interlocking modules that break apart and reconnect, creating a sense of rhythm and movement.