Wall Art or Coat Hook?

Interiors have always taken inspiration and references from art, and some designs take this even further by demonstrating their ability to fulfil a function whilst also standing alone as a visual focus within a space. This concept can be employed cleverly with coat hooks, a seemingly simple and almost forgotten element of our homes. Here we’ve selected some standout designs that may make you question whether they're coat hooks at all!

   
Pictured above:  Bottone by Cattelan Italia 

The Bottone Coat Hook by Cattelan Italia is a lighthearted 'button' design which elegantly sits as a standalone or as a set, allowing you to play with the placement and decide whether you want them to draw focus or blend into your existing space. 

   
Pictured above: Jupiter by Porada

Continuing the spherical customisable design is the Jupiter Coat Hook by Porada which features a contemporary twist on a retro aesthetic. The cast glass discs which are available in an array of different colours and finishes are held in place by a solid canaletto walnut base, and support a metal hook. 

   
Pictured above:  L'Albero by Pacini Cappellini

For a bold and unique design, the L’Albero Coat Rack by Pacini Cappellini is a hearty design with a nod to nature with its playful bird shaped coat hooks supported on a tree-inspired wood wall fixture.

   
Pictured above:  Sketch by Porada

The Sketch Coat Stand by Porada is timeless with its six solid canaletto walnut strips and brushed metal supports in an innovative ‘stacked’ inspired design. These innovative concepts allow your wall space to cleverly hang your coats whilst allowing an impressive art piece to form there too. 

However you want to add interest into your home, why not explore designs that have a duality with function too? They make for a playful interior aesthetic and often provide some great talking points.