Omnibite 2026: Three-axis joint connects raw branches
Designed by Eugenio Costa and Nicolò Tallone, Omnibite debuted at Paris Design Week 2026, using a three-axis joint to connect raw branches without screws.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Omnibite created by Milan-based designers Eugenio Costa and Nicolò Tallone
- Features a three-axis quick-locking joint connecting raw branches without screws
- Bright mechanical components contrast sharply with natural wood surfaces
- Made its furniture debut at Paris Design Week 2026
The Omnibite project, crafted by Milan-based product designers Eugenio Costa and Nicolò Tallone, reimagines self-building construction by engaging with freshly cut, unprocessed wood right from the moment of gathering. The approach minimizes material preparation, allowing natural and irregular branches to directly form functional structures.
At the core of the system is a three-axis joint equipped with a quick-locking mechanism that secures raw branches without using any screws. Thanks to its adaptable geometry and a system of adjustable clamps and interlocking plates, the joint accommodates varying diameters and branch angles with ease.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
The bright mechanical components—combining metal and 3D-printed parts—create a vivid visual contrast against the organic, irregular surface of the wood. Rather than concealing the assembly, the design frames the connection as a direct dialogue between industrial precision and natural irregularity.
During Paris Design Week 2026, Omnibite transitioned from a pure construction framework into functional domestic furniture for the first time. Presented at Espace Commines, the system was utilized to build a chair, a table, and a lamp, drawing on local wood species found in Lombardy to translate scattered fragments into habitable forms.
"The joint does not hide construction but frames it as an ongoing negotiation between precision and irregularity."
Eugenio Costa and Nicolò Tallone
The Omnibite project highlights a growing shift toward circular and hyper-local design methodologies, bypassing heavy industrial processing in favor of utilizing raw local materials in their natural state. This system opens up innovative possibilities for temporary structures, bespoke furniture, and sustainable design applications.
Source: designboom
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