This lounge chair is inspired by the vibrant, refreshing and unburdened atmosphere of Copenhagen. The chair conveys the lifestyle of the people in Copenhagen that no matter how busy they are or chaotic things are around them, they always take the time to slow down and enjoy the environment and people around them in a very intimate and casual form. The very defined and clear cut edge of the chair express their straightforwardness and reliability. At the same time the openess of the design represents their hospitality and flexibility to others. The angled surfaces are to contrast the notion of a static chair by providing a sense of upward movement.
Design restraints:
Size 80cm X 80cm X 80cm
Material = Solid wood
Scandinavian design principles
Model 1
Form Exploration
- Movement
- Lightness (weaving)
Model 2
Construction exploration
- Strength
- Use of material
Model 3
Form exploration + Construction considerations
- All solid wood
- Lightness through the gaps in between panels
- Movement through the narrowing angles
- Imitating viking ship construction
This is a full size drawing of my lounge chair. On the left is the side view, on the right is the front view, and top left is the view for the cross bar.
To finish the chair so that it doesn't get any stains without any artificial primer or paint, I washed it 3 times with soap water.
