GT2P (Great Things to People) — "Suple" Table

Three people sitting on rocks by a rushing river and a fallen log, below misty forested mountains. — Images courtesy of GT2P

Chilean design collective GT2P uses a self-termed "paracrafting" method, blending digital fabrication with traditional craft and local materials such as volcanic stone, as seen in works like the Suple table.

A prime example of Designerly practice is the work of the Chilean design collective GT2P (Great Things to People), particularly in projects like their "Less CPP N°2 - Suple" table. Their methodology, which they term "paracrafting," epitomizes Nigel Cross's concept of a distinct design culture. They approach the work with a solution-focused mindset, constructively exploring what new forms can emerge from blending digital processes with traditional craft, rather than just analyzing a pre-existing problem. This involves deep visual thinking and masterful form-giving, driven by both aesthetic sensitivity and profound material expertise with local resources like volcanic stone.