In 2011 Berlin-based designer Wener Aisslinger introduced the public to the world’s first concept for a monobloc chair made of natural fibers – the *hemp chair*. The project was supported by the German chemical company BASF, and was designed through a lightweight manufacturing process borrowed from the car industry. Using renewable materials such as hemp… [Read More]
Catch Chair by Jaime Hayon for &tradition
The CATCH Chair was designed by internationally renowned Spanish designer Jaime Hayon for Danish design company &tradition, and was first introduced publicly to the 2013 Salone del Mobile, Milan. Known for his whimsical drawings, CATCH manages to capture Hayon’s playfulness, yet still deliver a comfortable chair. When I was drawing CATCH, I drew a man… [Read More]
The Elephant Chair by Neuland Industriedesign for Kristalia
German designers Eva Paster and Michael Geldmacher of Neuland Industriedesign have developed the Elephant Chair for Italian manufacturer Kristalia. At first glance, The Elephant Chair may seem as a normal tubular metal chair. However, Kristalia along with Neuland Industriedesign managed to utilize modern technology to reinterpret a classic design. The shell of the chair was inspired by the… [Read More]
Petstools by Hanna Ernsting
Petstools are a series of footstools created by German-American designer Hanna Emelie Ernsting. Hanna’s creative approach transforms the concept of a regular stool into a completely delightful experience. Petstools are not only stools or footstools, but delightfully cozy companions enhanced with new aspects. You can put your feet up… or plunge them into the soft… [Read More]
Curtis Fentress, Michael McCoy, and Arconas Launch Place™, the Latest Development in Airport Seating
The world-renowned aviation architect Curtis Fentress, and award-winning industrial designer Michael McCoy, collaborated on the design of Place™, a new airport seating aiming to enhance the passenger experience. Place was born as a collaboration between the two designers for leading public seating manufacturer ARCONAS. The vision was to create a next-generation public seating that delivers comfort… [Read More]
Modular System Galleria by Pearson Lloyd for Tacchini
Galleria is a new modular seating system created by Pearson Lloyd studio for Tacchini. The system lets users create a variety of custom designs that can be adapted to any space. From a simple linear bench to an angular two-seater or a peaceful island as a waiting area, the Galleria system can be customized to… [Read More]
Livingstones – Surrealist Modular Seating by Smarin
Livingstones is a surrealist design concept developed by French designer Stephanie Marin. The modular pieces resemble oversized pebbles that can transform any space into an interactive resting area. Available in a variety of sizes, Livingstones offer endless design possibilities that can adapt to any interior. While at first glance, they might seem more suitable for… [Read More]
Kyle Megill creates a new dining experience with the H-Chair
Last week Kyle Megill presented at the 2014 Toronto Interior Design Show (IDS14) the new H-Chair, a concept aiming to revolutionize dining environments. The inspiration for the concept came during Megill’s research for his undergraduate thesis. The “H” in the chair’s name refers to the design’s focus and attention on the personalized headspace provided, creating… [Read More]
ALEAF Chair by DesignYouEdit
The ALEAF Chair was born as a collaboration between Michele Franzina and Venezia Homedesign Team for DesignYouEdit. The wraparound design of the chair may seem like a rigid structure at first. However, the entire concept behind the chair is its flexibility. Designed as a flexible chaise lounge and armchair in the same time, ALEAF can… [Read More]
softseating by molo
Designed by Stephanie Forsythe and Todd MacAllen for molo, softseating is a collection of seating and table elements constructed out of a tight honeycomb structure. According to molo, “the inspiration for softseating comes from a desire for flexible and spontaneous space making”. The flexible, yet sturdy honeycomb compact structure was designed to fan open into… [Read More]
