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Mochi-Inspired Seating Lines

Alexander Lotersztain Creates Shapes with Soothing Colors & Lines

— April 27, 2022 — Art & Design
A mochi-inspired seating collection launched in mid-April. Designed for Australian furniture brand Derlot by Alexander Lotersztain, the capsule boasts playful modular seating furniture that can be combined to fit in different spaces and suit different purposes. For those unfamiliar with the dessert, mochi is a soft Japanese rice cake. Much like its inspiration, the mochi-inspired seating furniture boasts rounded edges that can "blend well into any setting, including residential and commercial spaces."

Alexander Lotersztain intentionally envisioned this design-forward furniture project as a modular collection in order to "encourage interaction and conversation" among individuals who use it. The pieces come in varying lengths, some longer and others shorter. The color scheme of the mochi-inspired seating collection also fits well with the silhouettes and contributes to the aesthetic versatility of Derlot's contemporary furniture offerings.

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Trend Themes
1. Modular Seating Designs - Incorporating rounded edges and playful yet soothing color palettes, modular seating designs inspired by food could be an innovative way to encourage social interaction in both residential and commercial spaces.
2. Japanese-inspired Furniture - Emulating Japanese cuisine and aesthetics can offer designers and furniture makers a fresh perspective in creating unique and versatile pieces in different shapes, sizes, and colors.
3. Interactive Furniture Collections - Designing collections that encourage social interaction and conversation not only adds value to customers but also creates opportunities for businesses to cater to new markets within different industries.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture and Interior Design - Furniture companies can leverage food-inspired designs to create unique pieces that add artistic aesthetics and social value to homes, offices, and public spaces.
2. Hospitality - Hotels, restaurants, and cafes can benefit from incorporating modular seating designs to optimize space and encourage social interaction among guests.
3. Retail - Retail stores could commission Japanese-inspired furniture collections as they speak to a growing consumer demand for unique, functional, and artisanal furniture pieces.
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