The Luft by Audi is a sleek and modern armchair that has been inspired by the design principles that the company follows for its luxury vehicles. Tasked with the challenge to create a stylish comfortable chair, Walter de Silva, Head of Volkswagen Group Design, took up arms in the Munich-based Audi Concept Design Studio to do so.
According to Psfk, "The goal was to transform the traditionally hulking piece of furniture into a sleek and lightweight modern version without sacrificing user comfort." The goal was certainly met with Luft by Audi. Named after the German word for 'air,' the armchair achieved such a featherweight feature through the use of materials like aluminum. Used similar to the structural frame of a car, it highlights the contour of the backrest connecting to the base.
Sleek Auto-Inspired Armchairs
Luft by Audi is Lightweight and Comfortable
Trend Themes
1. Sleek Armchair Designs - Designing armchairs with sleek and modern aesthetics that are lightweight and comfortable.
2. Automotive-inspired Furniture - Creating furniture pieces inspired by the design principles of luxury vehicles.
3. Material Innovation in Furniture - Exploring the use of materials like aluminum to create lightweight and structurally innovative furniture designs.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to incorporate automotive-inspired design principles to create innovative and appealing products.
2. Automotive Design - Opportunity for automotive designers to expand their expertise into furniture design and explore new markets.
3. Materials and Manufacturing - Opportunity for materials manufacturers and technology suppliers to develop and provide innovative lightweight materials for the furniture industry.