When you have electro-polished stainless steel combined with a fabric that filters harmful UV rays, what do you have? A $25,000 parasol, hammock and lounge combo.
The ‘Wave’ hammock was designed by Erik Nyberg and Gustav Strom of Royal Botania. It stands on a single point of support, but will hold a couple of people and withstand all sorts of weather.
Get this: Europe’s major design fair gave it a special place at the fair and called it art!
Sculptural Swings
$25,000 ‘Wave' Hammock is a Work of Art
Trend Themes
1. Electro-polished Stainless Steel - Opportunity to develop innovative and durable products using electro-polished stainless steel in various industries.
2. Uv-filtering Fabric - Potential for creating new market segments by incorporating UV-filtering fabric into outdoor products and accessories.
3. Artistic Functional Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity to combine art and functionality in the design of high-end outdoor furniture and accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Furniture - The outdoor furniture industry can explore the use of electro-polished stainless steel and UV-filtering fabric to create unique and durable products.
2. Home Decor - Incorporating artistic functional design principles into home decor items can lead to innovative and visually appealing products.
3. Luxury Goods - High-end luxury brands can leverage the concept of the 'Wave' hammock to create exclusive and art-inspired products for their target market.