Splinter Works: Innovative Functional Sculpture and Luxury Product Design

Splinter Works is a distinguished British design studio founded in 2009 by Miles Hartwell and Matt Withington. Operating from their base in Bath, United Kingdom, the studio is celebrated for its unique approach to 'functioning sculpture'—pieces that serve a practical purpose while maintaining a strong artistic and theatrical presence. The studio gained global acclaim for the hammock bath, a suspended carbon fiber bathtub shaped like a hammock, which has become an icon of modern luxury design. Their diverse portfolio also includes the mirror-polish stainless steel pool slides, the sculptural Dime cabinet, bars & receptions and Water features. Splinter Works focuses on material innovation, utilizing carbon fiber, metal, and wood to create objects that play with visual weight and balance. Each piece is hand-crafted to commission, ensuring a bespoke fit for prestigious homes and commercial projects. By reimagining familiar objects, Splinter Works enhances the sensory experience of everyday life through ambitious design and engineering excellence. Their work is characterized by clean lines, fluid forms, and a sense of joy and relaxation.