Feuerring Imagezeitung 1/2015 - Englisch v.2

ORIGIN

PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy behind the Feuerring is one of
sociability and enjoyment. You never have to wait for
the perfect flame or temperature – everybody can
start barbecuing food straight away next to a warm,
crackling fire. It’s as natural as it is healthy. Indeed,
the Feuerring is a real celebration of fire in its original
form. For centuries, fire pits were the nucleus
of community life. Nowadays, warmth, light, a social
atmosphere and healthy eating have lost much of
their communal meaning. The Feuerring is a modern
interpretation of a campfire, enabling everyone to
enjoy the warmth offered by fire and companionship.
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ORIGIN
A childhood spent in the heart of
nature against a backdrop of beautiful
scenery. The omnipresent Rigi massif,
the crystal clear water of Lake Zug
(accessible via the same rough sandstone
rocks around the family home
that Goethe passed by centuries earlier),
the tranquil ambience when sailing
on the water, a bracing wind caressing
the skin – all wonderful sources of
inspiration to feed a creative spirit.
These are the origins of Andreas
Reichlin, an artist whose work rests on
the interlocking foundations of visual
appearance, beauty, uniqueness and
virtue. His uncompromising approach
to design, simplicity and perfect
craftsmanship is the key to the direction
his art takes.
Reichlin has harnessed the energy
of nature within his body and soul.
His is a creative, curious mind, always
searching for aesthetics and coherence
in everything. He gives shape to
the forms that his eyes perceive every
day: life as a boundless space in which
to live, to give free reign to great and
wonderful ideas, to make connections
between values and visions.
Here, in this space of infinite possibility,
Reichlin channelled his creative
spirit to design an object. A round form
that unites earth, fire, air and water –
the four fundamental elements of life.
The Feuerring: an aesthetic, almost
sensual work of art, a sculpture that
seamlessly combines design and
functionality to provide a revolutionary
barbecue experience.
From the earth comes the material
used to create the Feuerring. Air
and water both fuel and extinguish
fire. And the fire itself is a source of
warmth and a place for people to come
together.
The Feuerring is perfect for any time
of the year – a healthy, enjoyable and
above all communal barbecue experience
around a meticulously crafted
steel bowl.
“In Immensee we took a ship and
travelled north to Zug. A block of
sandstone lay broken to our left.”
Goethe, diary entry, 7 October 1797
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DESIGN
“The journey to a perfect shape allied with a passion
for the strength of steel with its intrinsic weightlessness
and all pervading serenity never ceases to
fascinate me.”
Andreas Reichlin, 2011
Reichlin began his artistic career as a
wood sculptor and explored all kinds
of materials in his work. A study of
shape and form led him to steel, which
he learnt how to control and manipulate
into forms that reflect his search
for perfection.
The philosophy of Andreas’s father
Ernst Reichlin – to view difficulties as
a challenge and an incentive to forge
new paths – has stood the sculptor in
good stead since he was a child.
A health issue became the basis for
finding new solutions. Unable to eat
barbecued food, Reichlin looked at it
as a challenge: he would find another
way to embrace his love of fire.
The design of the Feuerring means
you never have to wait for the perfect
flame or temperature – you can start
barbecuing straight away next to a
warm, crackling fire and enjoy tasty
grilled food with no trace of an unhealthy
charred aftertaste. It creates a
fantastic atmosphere and puts everybody
in a good mood. Sit together with
friends, swap food and experiences,
enjoy the companionship and cuisine,
and let your creative juices flow – that
is Andreas Reichlin’s philosophy. The
Feuerring is an enduring expression of
the artist’s approach to life.
His efforts resulted in a visionary
barbecue, a design that is a delight to
the eye and appetite alike: an elegant
stainless steel bowl with a jet-black
finish that appears as though it has
emerged fully formed from a single
ring-shaped mould.
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PRODUCTION
Meanwhile, Reichlin has passed on his sophisticated,
patented expertise regarding the production of the
Feuerring, enabling him to dedicate more time once
again to his passion: sculpture.
Close to Frauenfeld / CH (at Heiri
Gisler), Reichlin’s design is shaped into
the unique fire bowl using the little
known craft of sheet metal printing.
At Isenschmid AG in Küssnacht, the
ring and bowl are welded together perfectly
to form the Feuerring, a singular
creation that unites aesthetics and
functionality.
Heiri Gisler and Isenschmid are exceptionally
skilled partners that ensure
Andreas Reichlin’s stringent quality
standards are maintained in the production
of the Feuerring.
This gives the designer and sculptor
time to work on his new ideas.
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ABOUT FEUERRING
Andreas Reichlin has managed Feuerring GmbH in Immensee,
Switzerland, together with his life partner Beate Hoyer,
since 2009. We employ regional Swiss artisans to create an
original Swiss product by sustainable means. This philosophy
is evident throughout the entire range of Feuerring products.
The garden showroom in Immensee,
Switzerland, on beautiful Lake Zug
features all the Feuerring models, including
accessories, and is accessible
at any time.
You can also test the grills and receive
background information about the
Feuerring directly from the designer
and his partner.
We can also provide you with ideas
and advice on which Feuerring model
is right for you. We currently have ten
models in the range, so you are sure to
find one, small or large, that suits your
garden or balcony.
Please contact us for details and
appointments via www.feuerring.ch.
Over a glass of wine or beer, experience
the range of options the Feuerring
has to offer – it’s a great feast
for your eyes and appetite.
OUR EXHIBITION IS FREELY ACCESSIBLE
AT ALL TIMES.
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FEUERRING MODELS

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CHRIS ZÜGER
“The Feuerring allows us to gently
barbecue premium quality food until
it is just right.”
Chris Züger, 2014
We are looking forward to a fantastic
partnership with up-and-coming
Swiss chef Chris Züger (born 1985).
Despite his young age, Chris can look
back on a career already blessed by
success and packed with experience:
sous-chef with Anton Mosimann’s
catering service in London, chef de
cuisine at House of Switzerland in
London, head chef at the Winter Olympics
in Sochi, and head chef at House
of Switzerland at the 2014 World Cup
in Rio de Janeiro. He has a profound
understanding of international cuisine
and loves to refine regional dishes until
they are absolutely perfect. Chris’s
open and positive attitude, willingness
to try new things and fascination for
the creative culinary opportunities
provided by the Feuerring certainly
impressed us.
Chris has created a few of his own
recipes for the Feuerring; here’s one
for you to try – enjoy!
Scallops
Chorizo, parmesan, rocket, orange dressing
Serves four
16 scallops
salt, pepper
2 chorizo sausages
100g grated parmesan
2 handfuls of rocket
30g bean sprouts (optional)
½ orange
30g olive oil
10g balsamic vinegar, white
salt, pepper
Preparation
Clean the scallops and season with salt and pepper. Remove the skin from the
chorizo and cut into 2-3 cm-thick slices. Place the chorizo in the centre of the
Feuerring and wait until the fat begins to run towards the fire. Lay the scallops on
the chorizo fat and sear until translucent.
Distribute grated parmesan evenly around the Feuerring (about 6 cm wide).
As soon as small bubbles form, turn over with a thin spatula and leave to dry until
crispy. Mix the rocket and bean sprouts in a bowl and add the orange dressing.
Serve
Place the scallops and chorizo on a flat, narrow platter and scatter the rocket
salad over the top. Break the parmesan into crisps and serve alongside.
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BÄRLOCHER STONE QUARRY
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Publishing Information
Text
Beate Hoyer
Graphic design
Büro Nord,
Küssnacht am Rigi
Photography
Page 1, 9, 11 , 13, 14 – 15,
17, 20– 21, 22 – 23,
23 – 24, 24, 26
Gianni Bomben;
Page 4
Roger Harrison;
Page 7, 11
Daniela Kienzler;
Page 13
Dennis Savini;
Seite 11, 18
Location
Bärlocher stone quarry,
Staad
Print
Druckcenter am Rigi,
Küssnacht am Rigi
Edition
2nd Edition
Thank you for …
… the archaic basis,
the great , supportive
team and Hans-Jakob
Baerlocher
… your magnificant
effort, Günter!
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