The conceptual 'Commute' chair has been designed by Andrew Mangelsdorf for DAAPworks 2021 as a furniture solution for the modern professional's home to keep them comfortable during office hours and accommodating design preferences thereafter.
The chair features a cubic design that is covered in a series of zippered panels that connect with one another to create an enclosed area for enhanced privacy. This will enable a person to keep the panels closed when they're on a video call to create the appearance that they are in a professional workspace when they might just be in the living room.
The conceptual 'Commute' chair is designed with a flexible light unit that will brighten up the user's face on calls and provide them with illumination when reading after hours.
Transforming WFH Office Chairs
The Conceptual 'Commute' Chair Supports Home Decor Needs
Trend Themes
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2. Privacy-enhancing Technology - Opportunity for innovation in incorporating privacy-enhancing technology into home office furniture.
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Industry Implications
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3. Interior Design - Interior design professionals can guide clients in creating functional and stylish home office spaces that meet their specific needs.