When people make wrong assumptions or misconceive certain elements of groups of people, it perpetuates a narrow-mindedness that is often hard to break. The Low Chairs Family attempts to do just that, however. A collection of low-rise furniture, it addresses the popular misconception that Asians prefer low and crouching positions, something that is actually not the case.
Created by Serbian designer Jovana Bogdanovic, the Low Chairs Family was inspired by Bogdanovic's new living and working situation in Hangzhou, China. Since her exposure to this culture has taken on a new meaning, she has seen first-hand how the Chinese interact with their furniture. The Low Chairs Family is Bogdanovic's genteel response to the stereotype, which she herself believed before living in China.
Culturally Crouched Furniture
The Low Chairs Family Addresses Misconceptions of Asian Seats
Trend Themes
1. Cultural Stereotype Correction - Designing products that address and correct misconceptions and stereotypes about cultures.
2. Low-rise Furniture - Creating furniture that is designed for and inspired by crouching and low positions.
3. Global Cultural Exchange - Developing products that combine different cultural influences to create unique and innovative designs.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Manufacturing furniture in response to different cultural practices and lifestyles.
2. Product Design - Developing designs that address and correct cultural stereotypes and misconceptions.
3. Global Living Solutions - Creating living solutions that are inspired by global cultures and lifestyles.