South Korean designer Jinil Park created a set of furniture designed to look like it has just jumped off of a sketchpad. Park's 'Drawing Series' is made up of a chair, an end table and lamps that are all made out of steel wire. The wire gives the furniture its sketchy look, with the designer electing to use wires of varying thicknesses to make each piece look more like a sketch.
The choice to use wires of different sizes is what separates the 'Drawing Series' from the many other wire-frame furnishings out there. In addition to functioning as a work of art, Jinil Park's steel wire furniture is also able to support weight, so you could technically pull up a wire chair and put your feet up on the wire table, although that might not be too comfortable.
Sketchpad-Inspired Furniture Sets
Jinil Park Brings 2D Furnishings to Life Using Steel Wire
Trend Themes
1. Wire-framed Furniture - There is an opportunity to disrupt traditional furniture design by creating wire-framed furniture pieces that are not only aesthetically-pleasing but also functional.
2. Sketch-inspired Design - The trend of sketch-inspired design can expand to other industries and products beyond furniture, allowing designers to create unique and eye-catching products.
3. Mixed-materials Furniture - Creating furniture pieces that mix materials like steel wire with other materials like wood or upholstery can create a new design style that balances an industrial look with a more comfortable and homey feel.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The furniture industry can use wire-framed and sketch-inspired designs to create visually stunning furniture pieces that are both functional and unique.
2. Product Design - Product designers can take the trend of sketch-inspired design and apply it to other product categories, creating products that stand out in a crowded market.
3. Home Decor - Home decor companies can incorporate mixed-materials furniture designs into their product offerings to create a new design trend and fulfill consumers' desire for unique home decor items.