Side-Cocked Seating

The Gone with the Wind Chairs Take a Lovely Lean to the Left

There is something to be said for designing with ergonomics in mind but strict symmetry in furnishings can equally be a missed opportunity aesthetically. Of course the enchanting Gone with the Wind chairs have not be stripped of the structural qualities that make comfortable seats but they have been lightheartedly embellished with seemingly tilted backrests.

On observation, the leaning loungers remain level upon four tapered slender legs and only the rear supports appear angled. But these are flat despite the soft curvature of the under cushions and only the edges of these vertical components have been extended. Anyone sitting on a GWTW perch would feel completely centered, with the simple sensation that one surface behind his left shoulder rises a little higher and that the limit at his right waist expands slightly outwards. Vasiliy Butenko's Gone with the Wind chairs have the cute and confused charm of delicate object being blown by a breeze but remain fundamentally comfy.

Asymmetrical Furniture
Designing furniture with asymmetrical elements for aesthetic appeal without sacrificing functionality.
Comfortable Seating with Unique Design
Creating seating with unique design elements that do not compromise comfort.
Embellished Backrests
Adding ornamental elements to the backrests of chairs for aesthetic appeal.

Industries Being Reshaped

Furniture
Asymmetrical furniture design disrupts traditional symmetrical furniture designs.
Interior Design
Interior designers can use furniture with embellished backrests to add unique design elements to a space.
Hospitality
Hotels and restaurants can incorporate comfortable seating with unique design elements to enhance the guest experience.
SCORE
2.4 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 63%
Activity 2%
Freshness 8%