'Play Grown' is an interactive art series that's encouraging adults to find time in their lives to stop and play. Made as a hybrid that sits somewhere between furniture design and a jungle gym accessory, this art experience fuses light-hearted engagement with utility-based design.
One piece appears as a basic wooden lounge chair with a seat replaced by a moving swing, while another, is a coat rack that doubles as a climbable pole. Also featured is a laughably nonfunctional plant holder that rests on a seesaw, tipping as water is added.
The exclusivity between playfulness and childhood is a relationship the artist intends to change. By infusing everyday objects with something fun, the artist is successfully encouraging adults to play.
What's Driving This Trend
- Interactive Furniture Design
- Making furniture more engaging and interactive by combining it with elements of play.
- Utility-based Art Experiences
- Creating art installations that serve a functional purpose while also providing an engaging experience.
- Blurring Boundaries of Play and Design
- Challenging the notion that playfulness is limited to childhood and exploring the potential for fun in everyday objects.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- Exploring innovative ways to incorporate interactive elements and playfulness into furniture.
- Art Installations
- Creating immersive experiences that combine artistic expression with functional design.
- Home Decor
- Offering unique and playful decor options that blend aesthetics and interactive features.
