“CTRL + NATURE”
by James Haywood
Made from synthetic stone — a material innovation of our time — CTRL+NATURE challenges the assumption that the man-made must inherently oppose the natural.
Though their contours may appear spontaneous, each form is carefully considered. Every piece carries its own character — equal parts natural and constructed — standing as a quiet gesture toward coexistence, a reminder of our interdependence and the fragile balance we share with the world around us.
In 2025, CTRL + NATURE was selected by RMN Grand Palais to join the official Shop collections, marking its entry into one of France’s most respected cultural institutions.
Made to Order
This shape is produced exclusively on commission, allowing the form to be guided toward a mood or character that feels personal to you. We usually begin with a conversation, though you may also share references if you wish — interiors, objects, landscapes, paintings, or even a small set of words that capture the atmosphere you’re after.
Together, we explore several iterations, adjusting presence, contour, and balance until the right character emerges.
Material
Typically made in a natural mineral resin. The final texture and finish are discussed together and depend on material availability.
Lead Time
6–8 weeks from the moment the final form is approved.
One-of-a-kind H 63 cm | Photo Charlotte Cornette | Paris Design Week 2025
One-of-a-kind | LVMH 2023
One-of-a-kind H 56 cm | Photo Cedrick Eymenier | 2024
Sisters 95 & 110 cm | Photo Claire Chemin | Paris Design Week 2023
One-of-a-kind, H 110 cm | Photo Quentin Pigeat | Paris Design Week 2023
One-of-a-kind H 47 cm | Photo Luc Bertrand | Design Parade Hyères 2023
Antonio Matres NYC | Photo Joe Kramm | 2022
One-of-a-kind H 48 cm | Martin & Brockett Los Angeles 2022
One-of-a-kind H 48 cm | Martin & Brockett Los Angeles 2022
One-of-a-kind | 2023
One-of-a-kind | Plane Tree Bark
Antonio Matres NYC | Photo Joe Kramm | 2022
43 cm - Early test 2022
“CTRL + NATURE” in the press
