The graceful lines of the IS Sofa provides a subtly unique silhouette that is very pleasing to the eye. At once feminine and masculine, the way the armrests taper off may be very pretty and the gap between the seat and the backrest very airy, but overall the aesthetic of the IS Sofa is strong and sturdy. Not to mention that the use of contrasting materials has a modern androgynous appeal.
The IS Sofa was designed by Inoda+Sveje, a creative duo based in Milan, Italy. The designers note, "The simple form combines its contrasting materials of hard and soft seamlessly in an uninterrupted flow of contours." Despite the use of two different materials, the organic shape boasts a continuous line from wooden armrests to padded seat cushions. The effect is striking.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Material-contrasting Furniture
- The use of contrasting materials in furniture design has a modern androgynous appeal that could be used to create new and unique products.
- Organic Shape
- The use of organic shapes in furniture design creates a continuous flow of contours that could be used to create visually striking products.
- Feminine-masculine Aesthetic
- Combining femininity and masculinity in furniture design creates a subtle and unique aesthetic that could be used to create new products.
Sectors Adopting This
- Furniture Design
- Furniture designers could use the idea of combining contrasting materials to create unique and visually striking pieces that appeal to contemporary consumers.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers could use furniture with organic shapes and contrasting materials to create unique and visually striking living spaces.
- Product Manufacturing
- Manufacturers could use the idea of femininity and masculinity in furniture design to create products that appeal to a wider range of customers.
