The Wave Couch. From the Waves Collection

The Wave Couch by Yunior Marino
From the Waves Collection
Wood: Pine, Macuil, Parota, Palm and Oak
Each piece is a one-of-a-kind custom sofa.
Two months of manufacturing, plus shipping time.
Different models and sizes can be commissioned.

Height: 100 cm.
Width: 72 cm.
Length: 174 cm.
Seat depth: 52 cm.
Back height: 40 and 60 cm.

Weight 180 kg.

Yunior Marino’s furniture series blurs the line between order and chaos. He brings to life organic objects full of texture that give the utilitarian object a sculptural air. Even when they are functional and surprisingly comfortable, an overwhelming visual pleasure prevails. Every piece of each piece of furniture has been handcrafted, from the smallest to the largest wooden balls. The excessive patience and time invested remind us how nature creates, slowly. Like a coral reef, where beauty has been sculpted by the hand of time.
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This artwork is a strikingly innovative piece of furniture design, merging functionality with art. Constructed from an array of wooden dowels, the structure weaves an intricate tapestry of varied textures and tones, ranging from light beige to deep brown. The design mimics a natural landscape, with undulating forms that resemble rolling hills or ocean waves. This organic composition invites both visual and tactile engagement, challenging conventional notions of comfort and aesthetics. Each carefully crafted dowel is uniquely positioned, creating a harmonious yet complex pattern that presents a dialogue between nature and craftsmanship. The undulating surface encourages an interaction that is both dynamic and contemplative, offering a modern reinterpretation of traditional woodworking techniques. This piece is not only a seat but an exploration of the boundary between art and function, making it a standout example of contemporary design innovation.
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Yunior Marino completed his studies at the Instituto Superior de Artes de Cuba before settling in Miami. Mariño, an artist in every sense of the word, works not only as a visual artist but also as a musician and designer. He seeks by all means to investigate the universal questions of the cosmos, nature, and time. He has captivated audiences with the colorful details of his paintings, the moody, ethereal melodies of his music, and the directness of his photography. He conceives the creation of his paintings as mantras, in the sense that by repeating the same action, his mind empties completely.

The act of painting becomes a form of meditation. Mariño explains that the time and process of creating work are at the core of what the painting wants to mean, declaring: that is how they were made, they are what they are. Mariño frames the art of creation simply by fixing what we have once destroyed. He actively uses his past and the concept of the passage of time with universality to heal his present and future. For Yunior, the art of creating has no restrictions on the insular "being", but encompasses the larger universe, his paintings represent what "we are" and not only what we are as a race but "us" as a whole. He has worked in different countries and has exhibited extensively in Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Cuba.