Rostislav Sorokovoy designs the UMI Armchiar for furniture brand Woo, which is based in Kyiv, Ukraine with a focus on its structure. It is a piece of furniture that resembles a soft shape with an interactive and inviting structure described by the brand as a piece that allows users to interact with it genuinely "as children do."
The UMI chair is made up of two cylindrical shapes that bend to create a horseshoe shape to create the back of the chair and the seating section. The stable base foundation is made up of four chunky legs and creates ergonomic proportions for a comfortable position. It is made from a plywood frame with textile upholstery for a soft touch.
Image Credit: Woo
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Curved Lounge Chairs
- Designers are incorporating curved shapes into lounge chairs for a more inviting and interactive user experience.
- Interactive Furniture
- Furniture brands are creating pieces that allow users to interact with them in a childlike manner.
- Chunky Furniture Legs
- Furniture designers are opting for chunky legs to provide stability and add a unique visual aesthetic to their creations.
Sectors Adopting This
- Furniture Design
- In the furniture design industry, there is an opportunity to explore the incorporation of curved shapes and interactive elements into lounge chairs for a more engaging user experience.
- Textile Upholstery
- The textile upholstery industry has a chance to collaborate with furniture brands to create soft and inviting pieces like the UMI Armchair.
- Plywood Manufacturing
- Plywood manufacturers can explore partnerships with furniture designers to produce sturdy and comfortable lounge chairs with curved forms and chunky legs.
