At first glance the collection of Berlin Chaos Chairs might not seem like they have a much in common, but take a closer look and you’ll see that they share what you might call a “common ancestor.” Unique cuts and simple changes in surface finishes transform an ordinary chair into endless variations that however different, are also proportionally and structurally identical.
Designer: EWID
The blocky styling of the To Gather series of furniture is more than just a little reminiscent of the famous puzzle video game Tetris! The modular sofa engages the user with individual elements that can be pieced together to form countless seating combinations that will never get old. A convertible loveseat/sofa, chairs available with or without arms, and a variety of colors offer even more personal customization.
Designer: Studio Lawrence
Voda Design’s Solar Bench is a multifunctional streetlight/bench combination that harnesses solar energy to power its overhead LED lamp. Solar panels built into the bench case make it possible to place the unit in any location independent of a local power supply. Integrated outlets can also be used by the public as a daytime charging station for laptops, cell-phones, or other electronic devices. This super-convient design is a great solution for minimizizing wasted space while reducing our carbon footprint.
Designer: Voda Design
At first glance, the extreme curves and modern, seamless textured material make the Vesna Sofa almost unrecognizable as a place to lounge. This eye-catching sculptural piece is fluid in both form and movement as it flexes and bends to the user to make them feel so snug and comfy the designers at Nuvist even describe it as the “ultimate relaxation getaway.”
Designer: Nuvist Architecture & Design
Just when you had gotten used to straddling the motorcycle seat- now you’ve gotta switch to sitting in a big comfy chair!? What a pain in the ass! OK – so that’s not an actual problem… but if it was this would be the solution! More aesthetically charming than practical, the Biker Chair reinterprets the seating position on a bike to a woven leather chair that’s sure to be a conversation starter.
Designer: Jang Woo-seok
The Katra chair stands out from others not only because of its stealthy aesthetic, but because it’s inspired by the intrinsic qualities of the material from which it is made. Formed from a composite consisting primarily of ramie (a super-fibrous variety of nettle), the material offers superior strength, lightness & durability beyond that of even fiberglass. Katra’s design reflects these qualities and represents the unique creative opportunities the furniture industry is just beginning to explore with the composite.
Designer: Aparte Studio
After self-producing two pneumatic extruders to push soft clay through die, designer Max Cheprack put them to use, gently manipulating the material with great precision and complexity. This Clay Stool design is just one result of the process and represents not only a culturally historic material of the designer’s homeland, but also new possibilities in ceramic design and production.
Designer: Max Cheprack
The skateboard is both the inspiration and the material that forms this awesome series of seating. Each deckstool or deckbench is made from real recycled broken skateboards, making each one unique with its own dings, scrapes, and artwork. Even old trucks are re-used as anchors between pieces. Each one tells a story! Get yours here!
Designer: deckstool
The Qi Dian chair (Chinese for air ring) features a fiberglass body and memory foam cushion seat making it super light weight, sturdy, and comfy. Its futuristic look and tear drop shape may limit it to more modern settings, but different color combinations expand its use to a number of themes.
Designer: Benoit Lienart
Inspired by one of nature’s original architectural elements, the bird nest, the Eyrie Chair is an ode to both natural construction and organic material. The branch supports were meticulously chosen to mimic the shape of the natural structure and the nest seat is made of steam-bended ash. As hard as it might be, it actually looks quite cozy!
Designer: Floris Wubben
This thought-provoking design by Lina Saleem goes to show that even a simple man can have a kingly throne! The Democracy Rules chair is a laugh in the face of opulence and hierarchical systems that is sure to turn heads and be an immediate conversation starter. DO WANT!
Designer: Lina Saleem
So my birthday was this week, and all I wanna know is who is going to get me this chair?! Gotta love Thomas Feichtner’s latest, the M3 chair. This geometric piece exhibits an open, wooden cantilever construction that highlights not only the tension between closed and open, heavy and light, and surface and line, but also the symbiosis between traditional workmanship and contemporary design. Though it may not be space saving, it’s sure to complete any existing space.
Designer: Thomas Feichtner
I’m loving this design! Featured at Moscow Design Week 2011 with other objects showcasing organic architecture, Alexander Ceron’s Beautiful Mess chair represents symbiosis between technology and nature. Completely unrecognizable as a chair, it looks almost lifelike, that is… until someone’s sitting. Hmmm, I think I just got inspiration for the next place I furnish!
Designer: Alejandro Cerón
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