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TAU Bench by Arn & Salum Design Studio: A Sculptural Seat Between Design and Art

architecture-design · 2026-09-01

The TAU Bench, crafted by Arn & Salum Design Studio, is a sculptural piece with a curved form, upholstered in natural leather or suede, complemented by solid wood ends. This creation is referred to as a 'habitable sculpture', encouraging both reflection and engagement. In 2025, it was presented at CASA FOA 2025 – Academia Village Edition in Córdoba, designed by Martín Enricci, where it functioned as a focal point in a reading area. The following year, Mariano Ferrero included TAU in a maximalist Atelier at Casa FOA Córdoba. It was awarded the Sello de Buen Diseño Argentino for its exceptional quality. Arn & Salum, under the leadership of Elisabet Arn and Daniel Salum, specialize in strategic design to convey brand identity.

Key facts

  • TAU Bench designed by Arn & Salum Design Studio
  • Curved bench blending design and sculpture
  • Upholstered in natural leather or suede with solid wood ends
  • Described as a 'habitable sculpture' by the studio
  • Featured in CASA FOA 2025 – Academia Village Edition in Córdoba, designed by Martín Enricci
  • The 2025 space received the Gold Medal
  • Included in Casa FOA Córdoba 2026 in the Atelier of Benito Fernández, designed by Mariano Ferrero
  • Awarded the Sello de Buen Diseño Argentino
  • Studio led by Elisabet Arn (industrial designer) and Daniel Salum (architect)

Entities

Artists

  • Elisabet Arn
  • Daniel Salum
  • Martín Enricci
  • Mariano Ferrero
  • Benito Fernández

Institutions

  • Arn & Salum Design Studio
  • CASA FOA
  • Casa FOA Córdoba
  • Sello de Buen Diseño Argentino

Locations

  • Córdoba
  • Argentina
  • Italy

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