While these massaging chairs appear extremely simple in design, and they indeed are, their purpose is to spark interaction between both sitter and seat as well as companion users. The 'Roll' collection from Studio Verena Hennig is made of aluminum spinning tubes that roll side to side when a person is seated. They were displayed as a backdrop for a future of transport design show.
The pieces engaged people who sat side-by-side to laugh and talk about the fun sensation the rolling tubes had on their backs and bottoms. With the intention of providing the same experience in a home or bus as they do in a gallery, the chairs are meant to be both a conversation starter as well as a novel sitting experience, all stemming from a relatively plain design.
Interactive Massaging Chairs
These Playful Seats Spark Laughter with Rolling Aluminum Tubes
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Seating - Design playful seating options that spark interaction between users.
2. Innovative Massaging Technology - Incorporate unique massaging technologies in chairs that provide fun, playful sensations to users.
3. Multifunctional Furniture - Create furniture that serves multiple purposes, such as providing a novel, interactive seating experience and acting as a conversation starter for social gatherings or events.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - Design and manufacture interactive furniture pieces that incorporate innovative technologies to provide users with new and fun experiences.
2. Entertainment - Develop interactive seating options for cinema, theatre, and other entertainment venues that enhance the overall viewing experience and interaction between users.
3. Wellness - Incorporate playful and interactive massaging technologies in furniture pieces for wellness centers and spas to enhance relaxation and create unique customer experiences.