Conatus B: The Monolithic Will of Matter and Inner Hiddenness

Conatus B is designed as a vertical, intense extension of the series' expansive horizontal sideboard. Named Conatus , meaning "Will" or "The Tendency to Maintain Existence," this nightstand creates a sculptural focal point in the space with its unwavering solemnity of form and textural intensity . This is not simply bedroom furniture, but a small-scale architectural monument that embodies the philosophical dialogue between mass, texture, and function .

The Exterior: The Poetics of Immaturity

The nightstand's exoskeleton is crafted from a blend of materials such as hand-cut stone, plaster, and concrete . This composite structure gives the piece a rough, matte, and timeless texture.

• Textural Richness: The horizontal, layered lines that cover the façade give the piece the impression of geological layering or the eroded surface of an ancient wall . This hand-crafted texture creates a constantly shifting, visually rich rhythm between light and shadow.

• Minimalist Repetitions: The lines of drawers and doors on the facade quietly whisper functionality within a minimalist layout , without disrupting the sculptural character of the mass. The outer shell symbolizes the strength and stability of the form.

Interior and Contrast: The Warmth of Wood

In contrast to the cold, raw and stony mass of the exterior, the interior is made of wood , adding a deep material contrast and emotional balance to the design.

• Inner Warmth: While wood serves the function of order, organization and secrecy , it also represents a humane warmth and elegance built into the hama form .

• Dual Presence: This marriage of stone and wood makes the object not only a sculpture bearing the harshness of the outside world , but also a practical shelter that contains the order and comfort of the inside world .

Scale and Perception

The scale of Conatus B (its height is less than its width and depth) places the nightstand in a modest and solid position. This horizontal emphasis gives it a grounded, serene presence in the bedroom setting.

Design Details

• Name: Conatus B

• Type: Handmade Artistic Nightstand / Side Table

• Material: Exterior: Hand-Made Stone/Plaster/Concrete Mixture; Interior: Wood

• Measurements (Centimeter Conversion):

  • Width (W): $66\text{cm}$

  • Depth (D): $51\text{cm}$

  • Height (H): $61\text{cm}$

Conatus B offers a quiet but powerful artistic expression in your bedroom, combining the philosophy of form with the honesty of material .