An exquisite marble chair has been debuted by New York City-based company Bower. Dubbed 'Melt,' the one-of-a-kind seating furniture is a tribute to ancient Egypt.
The design is lavish not only in its form but also in its use of material. For the construction, Bower utilized Imperial Green marble and antique brass. The colors and textures offer a bold juxtaposition that ultimately serves in favor of the piece. The idea behind the marble chair is to give it the appearance of melting — as can be inferred from the name. In fact, Bower skillfully sculpted the marble slab to drape over the brass skeleton and fall to the ground "into a puddle on the floor." This is exceptionally executed, considering the level of flexibility that marble allows.
Egyptian-Inspired Marble Chairs
Bower's 'Melt Chair' is Modern and It Boasts an Illusory Property
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Marble Furniture - There is potential for brands to explore other forms of lavish furniture pieces that incorporate marble for a rich and polished look.
2. Experimenting with Material Juxtaposition - Using contrasting materials can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for furniture design in terms of exploring new textures and experiences for users.
3. Illusory Furniture Designs - There is an opportunity to create more chairs and other furniture pieces that utilize distortion and optical illusion as a central design element, adding a unique twist to traditional furniture design.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Furniture - Luxury furniture brands can explore the use of marble in their design to offer a unique, lavish and polished look to their products.
2. Interior Design - Experimenting with materials in interior design can lead to new experiences and unique looks in decor that can be applied to various spaces.
3. Art and Sculpture - The use of optical illusion and distortion in furniture and decor creation provides inspiration to the art and sculpture industry to create unique yet functional pieces.