IMPRESSIONS: Organic 3D Wood Panels by Karim Rashid | DEKOSTYL
IMPRESSIONS
Fluid organic grooves shaped after mathematical curves. Designed by a living legend of international industrial design.
Karim Rashid
Karim Rashid is one of the most prolific and creative designers of his generation. His designs are characterized by flowing curves, organic structures, and a deep understanding of tactility and function. For Form at Wood, he created Impressions—a perfect symbiosis of digital algorithms and traditional handcraft.
"Design is about the present and shaping the physical world around us. Wood is a living, honest material that speaks directly to our human senses."
Sculptural Spatial Effect
Impressions breaks the rigid flatness of traditional walls. The soft, liquid-like relief reacts sensitively to changing light, casting smooth shadow plays that emotionally touch the viewer. These organic contours introduce a calming dynamics to premium residences, lobbies, and executive spaces.
Technical Features
- FormatDimensions: 250 x 250 x 25 mm
- Material CompositionMaterial: 12 mm engineered plywood + 13 mm solid wood
- AcousticsAcoustics: Sound deflection through geometric structure
- SpeciesWood species: Oak, Ash, American Walnut
Karim Rashid's IMPRESSIONS: Flowing Organic Solid Wood Sculptures
Karim Rashid Design Curation
The Impressions series redefines the concept of three-dimensional wood wall reliefs in an artistic way. Created in exclusive collaboration with the globally celebrated designer Karim Rashid, these wall panels feature organically flowing, mathematically calculated depressions. Instead of rigid, sharp-edged profiles, soft valleys and smooth transitions define the visual character. Each panel is a visual sensation, inviting the observer to glide their hands over the gently curved wood structures. DEKOSTYL presents this outstanding system as an official partner for ambitious interior design projects where the wall itself is elevated to a central, unmistakable work of art.
The Union of Modern Manufacturing Technology and Organic Design
The complex geometry of the Impressions panels places the highest demands on manufacturing. Each module is milled from a solid block of European oak wood or premium American walnut. Through the use of state-of-the-art 5-axis CNC milling technology, the smooth depressions, which reach a depth of up to 13 mm, can be carved out of the solid wood with absolute precision and repeatability. After the machine milling, every single panel is sanded and finished in elaborate handcraft. This interplay of digital precision and traditional craftsmanship guarantees a perfect joint fit and a flawless, velvety surface that fully emphasizes the natural beauty of the wood.
Acoustic and Visual Room Transformation at the Highest Level
In addition to their undeniable aesthetic appeal, the Impressions panels also fulfill an important functional role in spatial concepts. The asymmetric, flowing valleys and gentle curvatures act as an excellent acoustic diffuser. Incoming sound waves are not reflected harshly but scattered evenly throughout the room, leading to a vibrant reduction in flutter echoes and a pleasant acoustic calming. Visually, the Impressions collection creates a fascinating play of light and deep shadows through the continuous change of light incidence over the course of the day. This gives walls an almost living, breathing dynamic and the room exceptional depth.
Material Origin & Documentation
Impressions follows the same material documentation approach: depending on the product, timber species and batch, both certified timber and other selected timber are used. According to the manufacturer, non-certified timber is sourced from sustainably managed forestry in Poland. Certification and origin documentation can be provided to verified customers on a project- and batch-specific basis. The timber is finished with hard-wax oils. Relevant CAD and BIM files are available for project planning.