It's funny that a great deal of outdoors-destined seating is designed with level land in mind. But unlike many park benches, the Strucchair does not rely on the installation of a flat platform below it. It has been developed with an extremely adaptable form.
Dora Medveczky's project comprises a structure with a section of two adjoined irregular quadrilaterals. It is assembled from slender planks of wood, each connected by flexible rubber joints. These soft junctures enable the stool to bend and fold according to the rise and fall of the soil and rocks beneath, only to then collapse upon itself to form a comfortable cradle. The Strucchair seats one -- anywhere in the landscape you might desire to repose.
Terrain-Conforming Seating
The Strucchair Bench Balances an Uneven Base and an Ergonomic Surface
Trend Themes
1. Terrain-conforming Seating - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop seating solutions that can conform to uneven ground and provide ergonomic comfort in outdoor settings.
2. Adaptable Structure Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of flexible materials and joints to create structures that can adapt to different environments and terrains.
3. Portable Outdoor Furniture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design lightweight and collapsible furniture that can be easily moved and used in various outdoor locations.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Furniture Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative seating solutions that cater to the outdoor furniture market and offer comfort on uneven surfaces.
2. Design and Architecture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate adaptable structure designs into architectural projects to provide ergonomic seating in outdoor spaces.
3. Consumer Goods and Lifestyle - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop portable and versatile outdoor furniture options that align with the growing demand for flexible and customizable products.