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Chain-Link Chairs

The Twist Bench is Efficient and Industrial, Utilitarian and Ergonomic

— October 2, 2013 — Art & Design
Approaching the Twist Bench on the sidewalk, I might be more inclined to assume that it's a bike rack. Perhaps that would be a practical second use for the product as well -- but no matter. The designer explains that the outdoor seating system is more comfortable than it might appear.

Jang WooSeok manipulated the material in such a way that pairs of mirroring grooves create cozy little pockets in which people can sit down. Support is provided for one's rear end, as well as for the middle of one's back. The overlaps between the openings function as ledges for perching your possessions, or for accommodating a casual leaning position.

One of the greatest features of the Twist Bench is the efficiency of its manufacturing. Just three pieces are necessary to assemble it, and they can be welded together offsite.
Trend Themes
1. Efficient Outdoor Seating - The Twist Bench's efficient manufacturing and material design create opportunities for disruptions in the outdoor furniture industry.
2. Ergonomic Design - Jang WooSeok's manipulation of material and focus on comfort offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in ergonomic furniture design.
3. Multi-functional Outdoor Products - The Twist Bench's potential second use as a bike rack highlights an opportunity for disruption in the multi-functional outdoor products industry.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Furniture - The Twist Bench's unique materiality and efficient manufacturing process offers opportunities for disruption in the outdoor furniture industry.
2. Furniture Design - Jang WooSeok's ergonomic manipulation of material in the Twist Bench opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the wider furniture design industry.
3. Bike Accessories - The Twist Bench's potential dual-use as a bike rack highlights an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the bike accessories industry.
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