WOKmedia came up with the Lunuganga branch shelf as a "response to the flooded, jungley environment" they experienced in Sri Lanka, and the culture shock they experienced.
They wanted to take a reminder of the feeling of the flooded environment home so they transformed the image of "partially submerged trees" into shelves.
The resulting Lunuganga shelves combine the qualities of the overgrown lake that surrounded them during the flood and the quietness of European furniture.
I love the design, when not in use it looks like a piece of art that hangs on the wall. Beautiful natural design.
Flood Awareness Furniture
The Lunuganga
Trend Themes
1. Flood-inspired Furniture - Designing furniture inspired by flooded environments presents opportunities for creating unique and visually striking pieces that evoke a sense of nature's power.
2. Integration of Nature and Art - Blending natural elements with artistic design can result in furniture pieces that serve both functional and decorative purposes, providing an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry.
3. Cultural Immersion in Design - Creating furniture that reflects cultural experiences and the environment can lead to innovative designs that capture the essence of a specific location, opening up new possibilities in the design and tourism industries.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can explore innovative ways to incorporate elements of flooded environments into their designs, providing unique and visually engaging products to consumers.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can embrace the integration of nature and art through furniture that adds a touch of natural beauty to interiors, disrupting traditional concepts of home styling.
3. Tourism - Tourism industry can embrace furniture designs that encapsulate the essence of a location, offering immersive experiences and unique souvenirs for travelers, thereby disrupting traditional tourism merchandise.