Demetrio Collazos
- Furniture Design
- Industrial Design
- Designer
- Päijät-Häme
- Remote
Design Studio Tapio Anttila
- Novice
Demetrio Collazos recently graduated from the Institute of Design as an interior architecture and furniture designer. As an emerging professional, he aims to establish himself in the Finnish design industry by introducing fresh perspectives that prioritise functionality, user connection, and design close to everyday life. His previous studies as an industrial designer in Colombia provided him with a solid conceptual and technical vision that he can apply to new design concepts.
He believes that the responsible transformation of natural resources into value-added goods fosters development and well-being in society. Finland has a breathtaking nature and produces the highest quality and most beautiful plywood and timber worldwide. As a designer, he visualizes that transforming the beautiful Finnish resource into unique new concepts, from Finland to the world, will contribute to the development and progress of our society.
Experience
Work experience
Design Studio Tapio Anttila
Assistant Designer (part-time)
2023 – present
Education
LAB University of Applied Sciences, Design Institute
Designer, Interior Architecture and Furniture Design
2020 – 2024
Icesi University
Designer, Industrial Design
2009 – 2014
Works
2024
Graduation project as an Interior Architect and Furniture Designer on user profile studies applied to furniture design.
The purpose of this study was to combine four different theories about user profiles into a cohesive framework accessible through common integration points. The objective was to build a design brief for a piece of furniture specifically tailored to the user information at each interaction point.The results, demonstrated by three different furniture pieces, confirms that the four theories can effectively work together as a system, integrating user information into tailored design briefs. This approach not only personalizes the design process but also aligns user profiles, values, and lifestyles with product development.
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024120432720
Adobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe LightroomAdobe PhotoshopBenchmarkConceptual designExperimentFurniture designObservingOwn techniquePrototypointiRhinoceros 3DUser experienceUser personaUser researchUser study
2024
Inspired by the explorer Archetype
Dora stool is for those who seek excitement, novelty, and balance, embracing the values of stimulation, self-direction, and hedonism. Rooted in the Explorer archetype, Dora transcends functionality, evolving with time and use. Its layered colours wear away gradually, revealing hidden hues that add surprise to daily life. This project is part of my graduation thesis: Jung’s Archetypes and Motivation Values: User Profiles in Furniture Design.
3D suunnittelu – RhinozerosConceptual designFurniture designMaalausOwn techniquePrototypointiPuutyöpajaRhinoceros 3DUser experienceUser researchUser study
2023
Rocking saddle in two heights.
Messe Rocking Saddle brings the dynamics of bicycle saddles into everyday seating. Its ergonomic shape encourages an upright posture while engaging the lower back muscles, promoting healthier sitting habits. The gentle rocking motion adds an active element, making sitting more dynamic and comfortable. Available in two heights, 600mm and 430mm, Messe is crafted from precision-cut Finnish plywood, combining functionality with a clean and contemporary aesthetic. (Photo by Vera Lassenius.)
Furniture designPuutyöpajaRhinoceros 3D
2023
Concentrical stool
Designed for both function and impact, the Orbot Stool is made entirely from CNC-machined plywood with no glue, screws or nails. Floating concentric circles create a sense of lightness, while chunky orthogonal legs add stability and presence. This contrast between delicate and bold elements gives the stool a unique character, making it a practical seat that also stands out as a striking design piece. (Photo by Vera Lassenius.)
Furniture designPuutyöpajaRhinoceros 3D
2022
Sofa table with bidirectional bent legs
The Beg Sofa Table redefines the perception of wooden furniture with its uniquely bent legs, creating a sense of movement and personality. The exceptional bi-directional curvature creates a dynamic, sculptural form that goes beyond the traditional, more rigid aesthetic of bentwood. Designed to stand out while remaining functional, the Beg Sofa Table combines elegance and innovation, offering a fresh perspective on the bent wooden leg. (Photo by Vera Lassenius.)
Furniture design
2022
Electrical cord stand
Holdi rethinks the role of the electric cord, transforming it from a necessary inconvenience into an intentional design element. Made from form-pressed birch, this simple yet functional piece acts as both a stand and a cover, allowing sockets to be elevated or discreetly concealed within the home. Holdi integrates cables seamlessly into interior aesthetics and reduces clutter while highlighting the natural beauty of Birchwood. (Photo by Vera Lassenius.)
Furniture design
2022
Pine coat rack
Haara Naulakko is a simple, functional coat rack that celebrates the natural beauty and flexibility of pinewood. Using bent lamination, the wood curves seamlessly to create a sturdy yet organic structure. Its built-in hangers stay in place, always ready to hold a coat, keeping the space tidy and effortless to use. With its clean design and warm, natural material, Haara Naulakko blends practicality with timeless simplicity. (Photo by Vera Lassenius.)
Furniture designPuutyöpaja