Tim Vranken Masters Material + Form in Recent Solo Show

Every so often, a designer emerges whose work feels destined for the history books. In 2025, that name is Tim Vranken. The Belgian furniture designer has spent years perfecting his craft, creating pieces that balance raw materiality with sculptural elegance. His recent solo exhibition, Moving Fragments, at Objects With Narratives serves as a culmination of his past five years of exploration, showcasing earlier works alongside six new pieces. Soon heading to be on display at Salone Del Mobile 2025, Moving Fragments offers an intimate look at Vranken’s evolving dialogue with materials, where fragility and solidity, as well as tradition and innovation, exist in constant tension.

Establishing a distinct design identity is no easy feat, as it takes years of honing one’s craft to achieve, but Vranken has done just that. His work is defined by geometric compositions and stepped elements, creating a visual language that feels both minimalist and deeply expressive. His designs radiate a serene, architectural quality – grand in form, restrained in detail, and void of any superfluous ornamentation. Vranken allows the raw beauty of the materials to take center stage, imbuing just enough of his signature touch to highlight their natural depth and character.

From furniture to sculpture, a few standout pieces showcase the breadth and depth of Vranken’s craftsmanship:

In his newest Fira collection, Vranken pairs burned ash wood with terrazzo made using North Sea shells, creating an immaculate dining table reminiscent of his Traaf bench, which also rests on a stone base.

Crafted from American walnut and burl wood, the Fira Bar Cabinet features four-panel doors made from pictorial root veneer, highlighting an intricate interplay of pattern and texture.

Vranken’s sculptural approach extends beyond furniture with Hermé, an illustrious aluminum sculpture that contrasts polished and brushed surfaces, offering a study in light, reflection, and texture.

The Arcus collection introduces Vranken’s first daybed, carrying forward the collection’s signature repetition of blocky legs, reinforcing its architectural presence.

Moving Fragments is not to be missed – it’s a rare opportunity to witness Vranken’s masterful command of materials and form in an intimate setting. You can catch them at Salone del Mobile from April 7-13, 2025, further solidifying Vranken’s place as a designer to watch in 2025.

To learn more about Tim Vranken, visit timvranken.com and objectswithnarratives.com.

Photography by Tijs Vervecken.