Armenian-American designer Ara Thorose introduces his new furniture collection dubbed 'BOYD WORKS.' He has a unique approach to creating furniture. Thorose states, "I approach design as a game. What’s the most efficient way for a cylinder to become a chair?”
Posing a thought-provoking question, the result he lands on is using his own body to create the new collection. By using the width of his own thigh to create the basis of cylindrical shapes, he also creates a physical abstraction of himself. The namesake even subtly references this as the word BOYD is similar to the word 'body.' All of the furniture is made from a variety of materials, ranging from fabric, glass, PVC rubber, latex, neoprene, and more.
Image Credit: Ara Thorose
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Geometric Furniture Design
- Using geometric shapes as inspiration for furniture design can lead to unique and innovative pieces.
- Body-inspired Design
- Using the human body as a basis for product design opens up possibilities for personalization and customization.
- Mixed Material Usage
- Incorporating a range of materials in furniture design can create unconventional and eye-catching pieces.
Where This Applies
- Furniture Manufacturing
- Innovative furniture design can disrupt the industry and create new avenues for customization and personalization.
- Interior Design
- Geometric and body-inspired furniture pieces may appeal to interior designers seeking unique, eye-catching pieces to incorporate into their designs.
- Art and Sculpture
- Using these furniture pieces as sculptures or artworks in their own right could be an interesting opportunity for artists and designers looking to push boundaries and experiment with new materials.
