Libraries and open-plan offices could certainly put these contour chairs by Joon Soo Kim to use. Created to give small groups of people a place to meet, speak and read in private, these folding furnishings supplement the existing architecture of a space.
The acoustic panels that make up the partition-like walls of the eccentric armchairs are capable of keeping the sound of conversations enclosed, meanwhile blocking out the noise from the rest of the room at large. The most effective way to set up the 'Hands On Chairs' for isolated discussions and quiet activities is to enable all of the flaps to overlap, thus reducing the escape of sound. The flexibility of these dividers accommodates the clustered arrangement of multiple contour chairs, whereby the screens can still "hold hands."
Intimate Contour Chairs
The 'Hands On' Seating System Creates Private, Cozy Enclosures
Trend Themes
1. Private Enclosures - Creating private multi-functional spaces within public areas for focused activities and discussions.
2. Acoustic Furniture - Designing furniture with built-in acoustic panels to enhance privacy and reduce noise pollution in shared environments.
3. Flexible Partitions - Developing innovative folding and overlapping panels that can be easily adjusted to create adaptable spaces for various needs.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to incorporate acoustic panels and flexible partitions into their designs.
2. Office Design - Potential for office design companies to integrate private enclosures and acoustic furniture into open-plan office spaces.
3. Public Spaces - Emerging demand for public spaces, such as libraries, to adopt intimate contour chairs and enhance privacy options for users.