EVE

Evolution Experience - The folding chair

Cooperation with SitEmotions / HfG Pforzheim

Project description

The focus of this semester was to develop a chair concept with the company SitEmotion that makes sitting in the office and in other application areas more comfortable and dynamic. The unique Maniola joint of the chairs from SitEmotion was to be transferred to the concept.

Unfolded

The basis of the principle of EVE is the ability to modify the chair. Depending on your needs, the seat should be able to provide a comfortable posture for working, or a moment to lean back in privacy.

Metamorphosis

Maniola is not only the name of the technical principle of the virtual pivot, but also the name of a colorful butterfly, whose lightness and weightlessness form the basis for the idea of the chair. The large ox-eye (Maniola jurtina) is a butterfly from the Nymphalidae family. Like the Maniola butterfly from caterpillar to butterfly, EVE goes through a kind of metamorphosis.

It unfolds. As the chair unfolds, its function changes from work-oriented seating to private relaxation.

Sketches

When the armrest is pushed up, the gathering of the textile smoothes out. A small space is created around the sitter. When the armrest is lowered, the folds of the fabric are created again, but in the end they do not lie exactly as they did originally. New silhouettes and shapes are created.

Model building

During the construction of the prototype made of pine wood was studied how the fabric behaves and how to ensure the height adjustment. The textiles used are fine organza made of synthetic fibers and coarse linen fabric. On the outside, the shimmering, delicate fabric adds elegance to the chair, while the linen inside is meant to create a natural and calming atmosphere.

The armrest can be adjusted in height when working at a desk. When you need a break, especially in semi-public areas, you can quickly create a private space.

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