Founded by Lewis Graham and Martina Branchetti, APOHLI is a London and Copenhagen-based creative practice that bridges primitive craft and contemporary production. Their work draws from unexpected sources—insect pathways beneath tree bark, Neolithic rock carvings, repurposed materials - transforming everyday objects into pieces with genuine character.
While APOHLI's collection spans a wide range of furniture and objects, here are a few standout pieces that showcase their distinctive approach:
The Irregular Frames features twenty handcrafted beech frames, each finished differently in black, brown, oxblood stains, or pistachio paint. Standing 230cm tall, these sculptural frames celebrate the irregularity of the maker's hand.
The Tall Console begins with a repurposed engraved metal sheet, built into a stained ash structure. A found textile veil attaches with green buttons, adding unexpected softness to the industrial form.
Fabricated from mild steel, the Magazine Holder features engravings inspired by insect pathways found beneath bark in northern Tuscany. It's a functional piece that honors overlooked natural patterns.
Commissioned for a New York residence, the Engraved Coffee Table combines beech and birch plywood in a low-profile 89cm square design that invites a more grounded interaction with space.
The Hooks, originally designed for Casa di Terra in Puglia, are hand-treated aluminum pieces informed by Neolithic rock carvings from Northumberland - connecting ancient mark-making with contemporary function.
APOHLI's approach feels necessary in an era of mass production. Each piece carries traces of its making and the stories behind its design, inviting us to consider the objects we live with as participants in our daily rituals rather than mere backdrops.