Robusto. Photo: Courtesy Maison Gerard
Nature’s Patterns Inspire Carol Egan’s Striking Furnishings
Designer Carol Egan. Photo: Richard Powers
From her 1960s glass house and studio in Amagansett, designer Carol Egan dreams in patterns gleaned from nature. Combining traditional techniques with modern technology and materials, she conceives striking furnishings that range from sculptural consoles, lighting and accents (see the Surf Bench) to hand-painted fiberglass chairs (such as the Robusto model) that surprise with their color and shape.
Egan’s creations exude both delicacy and strength—a balance she observes in her own backyard. “The ever-changing surroundings here offer a dynamic visual experience that frames my daily perspective,” the designer shares. “The intricate veins of a leaf, the textures of tree bark, the rhythmic movement of the surf—seasonal patterns are endlessly fascinating.”
To recreate their depth and complexity, Egan will spend a year, sometimes more, developing prototypes for each design. The resulting pieces, available through Maison Gerard, strike a note as universal as the scenery that inspires their creation.
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