People / Sammi Cherryman
London-based emerging designer and maker Sammi Cherryman works with a variety of materials, from clay to wood, to create everyday objects with a unique twist. Her work is playful yet functional, staying true to the material and process used. Sammi believes good design should feel familiar but also make people look closer, spark curiosity, and appreciate the detail.
A Seat at the Table: Chair 30
Set Stool
The ‘Set Stool’ is crafted from five CNC-cut panels. Four identical sides interlock to create a sturdy base, with the seat panel slotting in on top. Made from 18mm Douglas fir plywood.
Stan
Solid Beech
357 x 357 x 1725mm
The design and process of making ‘Stan’ are intentionally ‘mono’, meaning that it started as a square section of wood and then shaped into its final form by a single process – drilling – to form the hooks. The column-like structure is designed to be put in the corner of the room, almost going un-noticed, yet I wanted it to have its own personality, whether holding coats or not. So, Stan the Coat Stand will always be standing in the corner, quietly adding a bit of something to the space.
Ash
Lead-free pewter
105 x 105 x 20mm
The form is initially sculpted in plasticine, then cast in silicone to create a reusable mold for the final material – pewter. This design highlights plasticine’s malleability, emphasising the playful process of rolling it into little sausages, trimming the ends, and pressing them together to shape the dish.