black helmut is...
Curtis Felten and Chase Young: two art & design bro's working in fort wayne, indiana and london, england respectively. Curtis and Chase became friends in 2017 over an average post-punk song; due to very natural evolutionary trends, black helmut was born in June of 2020 when Curtis (who is a designer and fabricator by trade) texted Chase (who is 8 years Curtis inferior but apparently swag enough to embark on such a journey with) about an idea to use Steel Telescoping Tube, or "Telespar" to make furniture and art objects for the home. As a designer, Curtis has always had an affinity towards anticipatory design. A philosophy in which each object looks terrifyingly simple but displays unique beauty whilst possessing excessive functionality.
black helmut is exploring the intersection between form and function in the home.
the black helmut vision is clear: to create furniture that pushes against the zeitgeist whilst providing inimitable machined form and function with a beautiful material that is referential for both Curtis and the layperson.
with love,
bh
thanks 2 hobbes for their exceptional work!
ashtray
$190
solid 6061 aluminum, anodized finish
9 holes at 3 different depths; the perfect accommodation for anything you can smoke.
lego-inspired design; ashtrays stack perfectly atop one another.
3" x 3" x 3"
0.75" hole diameter
limited run of 10
the ultra mini
$25
perfect for hanging: mcnally j*ckson totes, *rc’teryx windbreakers, stinky *ick ow*ns conv*rse
galvanized steel and custom machined parts with white powdercoat finish
each Ultra Mini comes with one hook and all the materials you need to hang it (no power tools required).
think one hook won’t be enough, add more! the ultra mini can hold up to 4 hooks.
find out how to install your ultra mini here
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/powder-coating/shipment. all items are made to order.
'the mini' utility rack (12″)
$40
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impress your friends with The Mini, black helmut's iconic utility rack
12” galvanized steel and custom machined parts; 8 color options.
each mini (12”) comes with two hooks and all the materials you need to hang it (no power tools required)
think two hooks won’t be enough, add more!
find out how to install your mini here
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/powder-coating/shipment. all items are made to order.
'the mini' utility rack (18″)
$60
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PSSSST; the colors for the 18" are the same as the 12"--if you want to see photos, look at the 12"!
18” galvanized steel and custom machined parts; 8 color options.
each Mini (18”) comes with three hooks and all the materials you need to hang it (no power tools required)
think three hooks won’t be enough, add more!
find out how to install your mini here
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/powder-coating/shipment. all items are made to order.
the folding chair
$590
thinking about ordering more than 1? email us, we offer discounts for multiples
inquire about purchase:info@blackhelmut.com
T.F.C by black helmut.
solid 6061 aluminum structure, aluminum seat, swiveling back rest, anodized finish. each chair is etched and numbered.
DIMENSIONS:
Chair (whole): 16.5” wide x 32” tallSeat: 15.5” wide x 16” deepBackrest: 15.5” wide x 6” tallFolded: 3” profileWeight: 20 LBS
designed and fabricated by Curtis Felten in Fort Wayne, Indiana
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/shipment. all items are made to order.
'the homie' table
SOLD OUT
inquire about purchase:info@blackhelmut.com
the homie table exists for whatever you need it to be; telespar construction allows for unlimited functionality—can be used vertically or horizontally.
vertical orientation: 16.25” x 16.25” x 22.25”
horizontal orientation:22.25” x 16.25” x 16.25”
steel construction with custom machined parts.
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/powder-coating/shipment. all items are made to order.
thinking about ordering more than 1? email us for a discount!
the lamp
SOLD OUT
20”—13” x 13” x 20” (length + width measured at the top)
14”—13” x 13” x 14”
steel construction with custom machined parts
light: soft, comfortable, luminous
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/powder-coating/shipment. all items are made to order.
the tray
$35 $25
a tray for stuff you likely keep in your pockets (iPhone, keys, chapstick, loose change, and other accoutrements).
4” x 7” (inner-dimensions)
aluminum (via sheet metal fabrication) with green powder coat
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/powder-coating/shipment. all items are made to order.
mini hoop
$130
the black helmut mini hoop; cheap therapy.
custom steel construction with white powdercoat finish, cotton net, diy ball kit
adjustable bracket ensures the hoop can fit on any door
please allow 2-4 weeks for production/powder-coating/shipment. all items are made to order.
the mini hook add-on
$5
hook add-ons for the mini (ultra, 12” & 18”)
custom machined parts
001 : the XL shirt
$10
you found the shirt that only comes in XL
made these for ourselves. original. could have flaws.













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