Andrés Higueros and (ro)drigo méndez sosa worked in collaboration to create the ORMA chair, which was created for Design Week Mexico this year. The silhouette alters a familiar typeface character into a practical seating solution in a sculptural way. It is inspired by the lowercase 'a' specifically from the AH Forma typeface and delivers this creatively.
The ORMA unveils how the proportions of a typeface can be much more than a text. It is versatile beyond words as the letter is transformed into a functional three-dimensional piece of furniture. The chair uses the rounded section of the letter as the seat. It can be experienced in two ways depending on how the chair is positioned. One form has a rounded seat for comfort and the other as a handrest.
Dynamic Typeface-Like Chairs
Andrés Higueros and (ro)drigo méndez sosa Design the ORMA Chair
Trend Themes
1. Typeface-inspired Furniture - This trend sees designers incorporating typeface elements into functional furniture, blending typography with ergonomics.
2. Sculptural Seating Solutions - Furniture pieces that double as art sculptures are gaining popularity, merging aesthetics with everyday function.
3. Versatile Convertible Furniture - Products designed to offer multiple forms and uses, like the ORMA chair's dual seating and handrest configurations, are becoming increasingly sought after.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The rise of typeface-inspired furniture presents new opportunities for integrating typography in home and office decor.
2. Furniture Manufacturing - Manufacturers can explore the creation of multifunctional seating solutions that double as artistic centerpieces.
3. Art and Design - The fusion of practical furniture with sculptural art forms opens new avenues for design innovation and aesthetics.