Omri Barzeev's 'Zaza' Chair Blends Felt & Wood
Marissa Brassfield — August 2, 2009 — Art & Design
References: omrid & contemporist
Omri Barzeev's 'Zaza' chair is meant to blend felt and wood together in a harmonious fashion, and for me it does--primarily because it reminds me of a speaker. The conical shape of the seat itself and the joints where the wood meet the felt remind me of a giant version of a home theater speaker.
We've seen a number of innovative furniture designs that use sound and aural cues to help inform their shape. Check out some of my favorites below.
We've seen a number of innovative furniture designs that use sound and aural cues to help inform their shape. Check out some of my favorites below.
Trend Themes
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Speaker-inspired Furniture — Opportunity to design furniture inspired by audio and sound technology.
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Hybrid Material Furniture Design — Opportunity to blend different materials for a unique furniture design.
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Multifunctional Furniture — Opportunity to design furniture that combines multiple functions, such as sound and seating.
Industry Implications
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Furniture Manufacturing — Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to offer innovative, speaker-inspired designs.
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Audio Technology — Opportunity for audio technology companies to collaborate with furniture designers to create speaker-inspired furniture.
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Interior Design — Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate speaker-inspired furniture into their designs.
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