Designed by Aram Pundak and Rabea Gebler, the Boaz Stool stands with the use of tension. A CNC machine carves the wooden stool. It uses wires to connect the legs and the locking mechanism rather than traditional stool beams. The student duo decided to challenge their design by using unconventional methods of holding the piece together.
The connection between the bayonet system and the seat creates tension that locks the stool in place. While it may appear light, the weight of the sitter enhances the stool's stability. Aside from its functionality, the Boaz Stool boasts a sleek appearance. The seat is carved from light-colored wood and has a natural finish and contrasting red wires, ideal for modern spaces.
Image Credit: Pundak & Gebler
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Tension-held Furniture
- Innovative and unconventional methods of holding furniture together using tension create opportunities for furniture designers to create sleek and functional pieces.
- Collaborative Design
- Collaborative design among students and professionals in the furniture industry presents opportunities for fresh ideas and unique approaches to furniture design.
- CNC Carving
- CNC carving technology offers furniture makers the ability to create precise and intricate designs with speed and efficiency.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Furniture Manufacturing
- Tension-held furniture design creates opportunities for furniture manufacturers to offer unique and modern pieces for consumers.
- Design Education
- Collaborative design projects between students and professionals in furniture design can help prepare the next generation of furniture designers and innovators.
- Technology
- CNC carving technology can revolutionize the furniture manufacturing process and improve efficiency for furniture makers.
