Havana-based designers Raiko Valladares and Jose A Villa created a line of colorful elastic chairs titled 'Vibra.' Each of the chairs begins with a curvaceous metal frame that is draped with colorful elastic ropes -- weaved and threaded to create the pieces' seats and backrests.
The elastic ropes provide a unique tension-supported seat that aims to give users a different style of comfort. These chairs were made in Cuba which allowed the designers to explore the use of elastic because it is one of the few materials that can withstand the nation's humidity.
The unique chairs are made with locally sourced materials and embody Cuba's spirit and culture. While the chairs seem like playful toys, they also exude an air of modern sophistication.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Colorful Elastic Chairs
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new materials and design concepts for creating tension-supported seating options.
- Locally Sourced Materials
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and culturally meaningful products by using materials from the local region.
- Humidity-resistant Furniture
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent furniture that can withstand high humidity environments without sacrificing style and comfort.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Furniture Manufacturing
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate elastic and tension-supported seating designs into the mainstream furniture manufacturing process.
- Interior Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate colorful elastic chairs into interior design schemes to add a unique and playful touch to spaces.
- Craft Industry
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Support local craftspeople and artisans by promoting the use of locally sourced materials in furniture and decor.
