Columbia University engineering students were given 18 sheets of plywood, 119 sections, 928 pieces and $1000 to complete this innovative malleable piece of futuristic furniture entitled the Polymorphic.
Constructed employing a pivot-and-bold system, the creative seating is designed to move and adjust to changes in outside pressure. The Polymorphic is a safe form of seating that works overtime to accommodate as many guests as possible, while still creating a place to rest your bones in the utmost comfort.
Created as part of a graduate project, the students manifesto illustrates the Polymorphic was also manufactured for much nobler reasons. The students stated that the piece exists as a "test of the limits and capabilities of digital fabrication," and plays a part in the advancement of "architectural and industrial design practices."
This sinuous lounger is as beautiful as it is inviting. Hopefully in the not too distant future everyone will have the chance to test sit the Polymorphic.
What's Driving This Trend
- Malleable Furniture Design
- New designs and materials for furniture will continue to evolve, creating opportunities for innovative and customizable pieces for homes and public spaces.
- Digital Fabrication Advancements
- Advancements in digital fabrication practices will enable more efficient and complex manufacturing methods, leading to the creation of new products and designs.
- Modular Seating Solutions
- Modular designs for seating that can adapt to different settings and needs will become increasingly popular, enabling more flexibility in commercial and public spaces.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- The furniture industry can capitalize on new design trends to provide innovative and customizable pieces for homes and public spaces.
- Manufacturing
- Advancements in digital fabrication practices present opportunities for manufacturers to streamline production processes and create new products and designs.
- Hospitality
- Modular seating solutions can be implemented in various hospitality settings, such as restaurants and hotels, to adapt to changing needs and provide comfortable and functional spaces for guests.
