Clark Bardsley designed 'Arm' to make traditional seats into modern decorative chairs. The piece has been termed an "anti-chair" as it is not actually functional for the purposes of sitting, however has the general appearance of one, minus the seat and back support.
With this, Arm clearly isn't made for the purposes of comfort or functionality, rather, it was made to celebrate a sense of humor in design. Its made from bent oak wood that allows for the arms and back to flow and add to its minimalist and whimsical look. The decorative chair can fit over any traditional one, giving it a unique element and making it into something entirely new. This includes things from office furniture, to benches, to rocks or even a large tree root in the ground.
Photo Credits: designboom, clarkbardsleydesign
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Anti-chair Designs
- Designing chairs that are not made for the purposes of comfort or functionality, rather to celebrate a sense of humor in design.
- Decorative Furniture
- Creating pieces that are functional or adaptable; showcasing style for unique aesthetic appeal.
- Minimalist and Whimsical Décor
- Combining simple design with playful, imaginative elements to create a characteristic design.
Where This Applies
- Furniture Manufacturing
- Developing anti-chair and decorative furniture products to support needs for style and practicality in home and office décor.
- Interior Design Services
- Providing minimalist and whimsical design concepts that focus on style, while being functional in homes and offices.
- Art and Design Education
- Teaching students how to create unique and functional furnishings which address concerns for aesthetics and versatility.
