The Shadowy Chairs look more like the fictional furnishings from a children's book than actual pieces of furniture; nevertheless, they do exist as real objects that can infuse your patio with whimsicality.
Designed by Tord Boontje for Moroso of Italy, the collection includes variations of wingback chairs, armchairs, loungers, sunbeds and footstools. No object looks quite like anything else you've seen, since its form has been imaginatively exaggerated into fantastical curves and curls and enhanced with polychromatic plastic textiles. The objects are unavoidably stimulating to the eyes.
Practically speaking, the Shadowy Chairs are made sturdily of steel with weather-resistant material, able to withstand the elements in your backyard. You'll find that the swirling tops of some of the seats are particularly convenient at offering shade on sunny days.
Dr. Seuss Seating
The Shadowy Chair Brings Curls, Color and Curiosity to Your Deck
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Furniture Designs - The Shadowy Chairs exemplify the trend of creating furniture pieces with imaginative and playful designs.
2. Polychromatic Textiles - The use of vibrant and multi-colored plastic textiles on the Shadowy Chairs reflects the trend of incorporating bold and eye-catching patterns in furniture.
3. Weather-resistant Outdoor Furniture - The use of weather-resistant materials in the construction of the Shadowy Chairs taps into the trend of creating durable and long-lasting outdoor furniture.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Manufacturers in the furniture industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating whimsical and imaginative designs into their product offerings.
2. Textile Production - The demand for polychromatic and vibrant textiles in furniture design presents an innovation opportunity for the textile industry to develop unique and eye-catching materials.
3. Outdoor Living and Decor - The Shadowy Chairs highlight the growing market for weather-resistant outdoor furniture, creating opportunities for businesses in the outdoor living and décor industry to offer durable and stylish options.