Icelandic design studio Studiobility has created an intricately designed seat known as the Flower Chair. The seemingly simplistic seat has an elaborately folded base that takes its inspiration straight from the garden.
Studiobility was founded by Gudrun Lilja Gunnlaugsdottir and Jon Asgeir Hreinsson in Reykjavik in 2005. A line drawing of a flower was actually how the Flower Chair was first conceived. It is made of wood or shiny PVC.
Implications - These floral chairs take elements of nature and incorporate these features into a manufactured, modern design. Companies should not be afraid to look to the environment for ideas when creating products, as many consumers are attracted to these types of commodities. Fusing natural elements with manufactured goods is a great way to create a unique product.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Nature-inspired Design
- Designers are incorporating elements of nature into their creations, creating unique and appealing products.
- Environmental Aesthetics
- Consumers are increasingly attracted to products that incorporate natural elements in their design.
- Manufactured-nature Fusion
- The combination of natural elements with manufactured goods offers opportunities for creating distinctive and innovative products.
Where This Applies
- Furniture Design
- The furniture industry can explore incorporating natural elements into their designs to create visually appealing and unique products.
- Interior Decorating
- Interior decorators can utilize nature-inspired designs to bring a touch of the outdoors into interior spaces and create a unique ambiance.
- Home Décor
- The home décor industry can incorporate natural motifs into their products to cater to the growing consumer demand for environmentally-inspired aesthetics.
