Brooklyn-based artist April Hannah debuted her first foray into furniture design with her sustainably crafted kid-sized Tree Table Collection at last week’s BKLYN Designs show — and she received the Inhabitat Editor’s Choice Award for Best Kids Design/Newcomer. The modern table and stool sets are made from FSC-certified wood, feature eco-friendly finishes, and beautifully and comfortably accommodate older children, ages 5-10 for unleashing art projects, building with blocks, or playing a board game with mom and dad!
April Hannah created the tree-inspired table and chair sets with her six-year-old in mind — and even though the Tree Table Collection has a playful aesthetic that will appeal to green kids, Hannah’s vision was to create a product that would still blend with adult decor. Mission accomplished!
I am a Brooklyn resident, design freak and mother. I was at BKLYN design on Sunday- we go every year and enjoy it immensely. Not this year, however.
A comment on the exhibition being child friendly– my 5 month old was very hungry and I went to a corner where there was no booth, and out of the way of others to feed her. I sat down on a random chair that was placed in the corner (it was not part of an exhibit), when a security guard came up and insisted I get up, she “needed the chair”. Have you tried to stop feeding a hungry baby? I stood up and continued to feed the baby from a standing position. The security guard stood over the chair like it was the most precious piece of furniture and 5 minutes later, carried it into the press room. I could have sat on it for the 5 minutes it took to feed the baby. I did try to complain to the the guy in charge of security before I left, but didnt really get an apology. Happy Mother’s day BKLYN Design! Child friendly indeed~!
They really should know better in a neighborhood filled with kids, and with the demographic they are trying to reach….
I thought the Tree Table collection was outstanding. The designs are fresh and contemporary. They certainly don’t have that “playschool” look to them. A sophisticated take on traditional children’s furniture. Well done Ms Hannah.