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Fluent Ribbon Furnishings

The Hi-Bench by Zarya Vrabcheva Mimics the Flow and Flux of Nature

— November 13, 2011 — Art & Design
A seating object does not have to be particularly difficult to design because all that you need is an elevated level surface with enough space to accommodate a single person. The Hi-Bench by Zarya Vrabcheva marks the other end of the development spectrum with a concept that curls with complexity.

The creator of this unusual serpentine piece wished to address the way that man-made objects interact with the natural world. Given that the goal was to design a park bench that would nestle most contently below the breezy canopies of trees, an elegant organic form was conceived to have the bleacher match its surroundings.

An extremely strong but flexible Hi-Max material would be used to construct the Hi-Bench by Zarya Vrabcheva, enabling the undulating forms of elevated paths and perches, wide enough to welcome wheelchairs.
Trend Themes
1. Organic Seating Design - Designing seating objects with organic and complex forms inspired by nature, enhancing the interaction between man-made objects and the natural world.
2. Flexible Hi-max Material - Using a strong and flexible Hi-Max material to construct furniture with undulating forms, allowing for versatile and functional designs.
3. Nature-inspired Park Benches - Creating park benches that mimic the flow and flux of nature, providing comfortable and aesthetically pleasing seating in outdoor spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Exploring innovative materials and unique designs for seating objects, incorporating organic and flexible elements to enhance user experience.
2. Park and Urban Design - Integrating nature-inspired park benches into outdoor spaces, creating comfortable and visually appealing seating options that harmonize with the environment.
3. Materials Engineering - Developing strong and flexible materials like Hi-Max to enable the construction of complex and versatile furniture designs, pushing the boundaries of material science.
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