Domestic-Wild is the union of the spanish-french artist Ariane Patout, and the german-swiss designer René Müller, owner of Woodloops Furniture, two creators with a remarkable career, currently based in Barcelona.
It is in 2012 when these two professionals gave life to their first best-seller artistic project: WILD CHAIR, recognized with the FAD Architecture Award (2014) and Valldoreix Sculpture Biennial Award (2016). Since then, they have not stopped to create together and fascinate the world with their creations.
They merge art and design, savoire-faire and experimentation. They combine the classic with the contemporary. Wood is their speciality. As their name Domestic-Wild suggests, their work is inspired by the contrasts, joining the concepts of the wild nature, and the human domestication. For them the perfect beauty, is a balance of the asymmetry of the raw and the fine shapes, with imperfections and contrasts. This is expressed in their work in the landscape, as well as their collection of functional sculptures and furniture. They are definitely; refined and wild.
With ART and DESIGN. We Create Interior Spaces and Public Spaces With Unique Sculptural Furniture.
Domestic-Wild is specialized in two areas combining art and design: interior spaces and public spaces. Our mission is to bring nature into the home through unique sculptural furniture pieces, made of wood and created with artisan techniques. In addition, we transform public spaces into places full of life, art and functionality, through artistic furniture that invites reflection and interaction.
Sculptural Furniture for your Home: Art and Functionality in Every Piece.
Each piece we design for interior spaces is a seamless fusion of art and functionality. Wood takes center stage in our creations, shaping furniture that goes beyond mere utility to transform every space into a singular, evocative setting. Our designs are functional sculptures—works of art that not only enhance their surroundings but also tell stories, bringing the essence of nature and the outdoors into your home.
Artistic Furniture for Public Spaces: Transforming the Urban Landscape into a Home. RURAL AND URBAN.
But our vision extends beyond private spaces. At Domestic-Wild, we believe that public spaces can also be places of beauty, art, and connection. That’s why we design artistic wooden furniture to transform squares, parks, gardens, and streets, infusing them with both character and purpose. Each piece is crafted with the same dedication to sustainability and artisanal design, yet with an emphasis on inviting people to interact, to pause, and to engage more deeply with their surroundings.
Art Collection by Ariane Patout, more than the Artistic Director of Domestic-Wild.
Discover a collection of sculptural art, where each piece—whether small or large—embraces the beauty of wood, bronze, ceramic, and stone. These works are more than just objects; they carry the marks of their materials and the hands that shaped them, each one distinct and unapologetically unique.
Nordic and Mediterranean:
Elegance in Simplicity.
With a strong influence from Nordic minimalism and the wild freshness of the Mediterranean, our pieces stand out for their elegant simplicity and purity of form. Less is more, and each piece we create is designed to bring warmth, aesthetics, and harmony to the space without overwhelming it. The simplicity of our designs highlights the beauty of the wood and the craftsmanship with which each piece is made.
CO2 Benches: More Than Just a Seat. Communicating Messages and Reducing Carbon Footprint.
We transform fallen trees into beautiful benches that are more than just seats. Each piece carries a message to connect with nature, fostering reflection and environmental awareness, while seamlessly integrating into the landscape. Additionally, our benches act as CO2 storage, minimizing the carbon footprint and making them a sustainable and responsible choice. We have created over thirty CO2 benches in natural parks and municipalities across Spain and Austria, demonstrating that forest management and art can work together to care for our planet.
Objects with Soul.
Limited Series and Custom-Made.
Each piece we create has its own soul. Many are made to measure, designed for a specific space and a particular person. We work with limited editions because we believe in exclusivity, in the value of the unrepeatable. Whether it's a piece of furniture for your home or an artistic intervention in a public space, our creations go beyond functionality—they are gestures, narratives, and presences that transform.
Wild Chairs.
FAD Architecture Award and an Icon of Domestic-Wild.
Domestic-Wild has created over a hundred of its iconic Wild Chairs in public spaces across Europe—Spain, France, Switzerland, Germany, and Austria—since 2012, as a symbol of the domestication of the forest. The Wild Chairs received the FAD Architecture Award in 2014 for Ephemeral Interventions in the Landscape and the 2nd Prize at the 1st VDX Sculpture Biennial in 2016. The Wild Chair has become a symbol of domestication, communication, gathering, and dialogue, questioning the impact and actions of domestication on nature by humans, in favor of their own comfort through craftsmanship, industry, and design.
The Mastery of Yakisugi by Domestic-Wild:
A Touch of Uniqueness.
At Domestic Wild, we create unique, high-quality pieces using artisanal techniques like Yakisugi, an ancient Japanese method that combines wood protection with elegant and striking aesthetics. We char the surface of the wood with fire, highlighting its natural texture and grain. Discover how Yakisugi can transform your spaces and add a touch of uniqueness to your home.
Woodloops Collection by René Müller,
much more than the Product Manager of Domestic-Wild.
Explore the Woodloops Just Nature collection—solid wood furniture where elegance meets contemporary tradition. Craftsmanship and sustainability come to life in pieces like the Liza Table, Big Mama Table, and Maze Shelf. Each design tells a story of timeless beauty and artisanal excellence. Request the catalog and discover more.
Our Style: Natural and Wild Beauty.
Imperfections such as wrinkles, cracks, stains, scars, and asymmetries are not defects. They are the most beautiful signs that reflect CHARACTER, PERSONALITY, and AUTHENTICITY—unique to both people and trees. Just like your skin, in wood, we can read, touch, and smell the memory and history of its life.
Sustainable and Artisan Design:
A Commitment to the Environment.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. From the use of local woods to the artisanal techniques that minimize environmental impact, we ensure that every piece we create is an investment in the planet’s future. Our craft process not only seeks beauty but also responsibility and respect for the environment.
