HOST on Howard, located in SoHo, transcends the concept of a design showroom by emphasizing hospitality as a communal ritual. The warm, rich decor reflects an Edenic theme, while the centerpiece— service trolleys—blurs the lines between functional furniture and art. Founding Partner Kristina O'Neal emphasizes enhancing shared experiences through thoughtfully designed objects, while the horseshoe-shaped bar serves as a dynamic space for comfort and innovation in gathering tools, exemplifying the firm's dedication to inventive design over two decades.
HOST is our celebration of hospitality as a ritual for both gathering and belonging. As part of our daily business we are constantly creating objects that bring people together and enhance our shared experiences.
These pieces embody a significant shift in contemporary design as service tools transcend their utilitarian origins to become objects of desire and contemplation.
The bar embodies what Partner William Harris describes as their two-decade quest, to be inventive in the creation of these tools for gathering and find new ways to make people feel comfortable.
The collection's centerpiece represents a winding evolution in hospitality furniture, bridging the gap between functional service equipment and sculptural art objects, challenging traditional categories of design classification.
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