The 'Root Bench' is an oversized outdoor furniture fixture that is intended to offer visitors a communal space for them to sit, meet, converse and even play in the exterior environment. The bench installation is located in Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea and features a naturalistic design that extends outwards from the center to call to mind tree roots. The true majesty of the seating installation can be admired from high above, which provides perspective on the ultra-artistic fixture.
The 'Root Bench' is the design work of Yong Ju Lee who utilizes a computer algorithm in order to achieve the ethereal exterior furniture piece and is a winning proposal that was submitted to the Hangang Art Competition.
Harmonious Nature-Inspired Benches
The 'Root Bench' Blends Both Nature and Design Perfectly
Trend Themes
1. Nature-inspired Furniture - The trend highlights the use of natural designs and materials for outdoor furniture pieces, promoting sustainable and visually appealing products.
2. Computer-generated Design - The trend emphasizes the use of algorithms and digital processes to create unique and original furniture pieces with intricate details and shapes.
3. Communal Outdoor Spaces - The trend focuses on designing outdoor furniture fixtures that provide a sense of community and encourage socialization and gathering in public spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Disruptive innovation opportunities in furniture design include incorporating natural elements and using digital tools and processes to create unique and sustainable outdoor furniture pieces.
2. Public Spaces - Disruptive innovation opportunities in public spaces include designing outdoor furniture fixtures that promote socialization and community building by incorporating nature-inspired and sustainable design elements.
3. Art and Design Competitions - Disruptive innovation opportunities in art and design competitions include encouraging the submission of unique and original furniture designs that utilize digital processes and natural design elements for sustainable and visually appealing outdoor furniture pieces.