The contemporary boxy chair silhouette, designed by Paris-based creatives Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Japanese brand Koyori, is the epitome of a minimalist, chic design. The piece is one of the newest products to enter the design-minded Dezeen Showroom.
Dubbed the 'Kawara Armchair,' the structure is made out of plywood. Upon closer inspection, one may observe the backrest of the chair and its sides to be slightly curved. This adds a playfully unexpected feature to the silhouette. Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec landed on plywood as the main material for its ability to "provide an interesting aesthetic but also strength and structural stability." The Kawara Armchair is made available to consumers in four different finishes. One may opt-in for a wood vibe or an upholstered design.
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Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Chair Designs - The popularity of contemporary, chic, boxy chairs presents disruptive innovation opportunities for furniture designers to create new and unique minimalist chair designs.
2. Plywood as Main Material - The use of plywood as the primary material for furniture creates an opportunity for manufacturers to explore sustainable and cost-effective production methods and designs.
3. Customizable Furniture Pieces - Offering consumers a variety of finishes and upholstered designs for furniture items like the Kawara Armchair creates an opportunity for manufacturers to create customizable furniture pieces for their customers.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - The popularity of the boxy chair design offers disruptive innovation potential for furniture designers to experiment with new materials, shapes, and finishes.
2. Sustainable Manufacturing - Furniture and plywood manufacturers can explore eco-friendly production methods in creating furniture pieces from sustainable materials like bamboo or upcycling excess plywood instead of discarding them.
3. Interior Design - Minimalist chairs like the Kawara Armchair are now a popular choice in contemporary interior designs. This presents an opportunity for interior designers to experiment with various designs, colors and materials and incorporate them into new and unique interior design styles.