LAYER's founder Benjamin Hubert works together with Italian furniture brand MDF Italia on their reinterpretation of the classic shell chair in the form of the Press chair. The name comes from the production process in which the team uses a two-part aluminum mold to press onto the shape without cracking the shell. What ends up is a dynamic design with a curved accent as a spotlight on the 3D wood veneer.
Hubert explains the vision and design process, stating "When working with any material at LAYER we like to push its potential – and an innovative material such as 3D-Veneer creates so many opportunities to experiment. While it was essential that the form of the chair express the material qualities of 3D-Veneer, it was just as important that it have a timeless quality to ensure longevity."
Reinterpreted Classic Shell Chairs
Benjamin Hubert and MDF Italia Create the Press Chair
Trend Themes
1. 3d-veneer Furniture - 3D-veneer technology allows for the creation of highly intricate and durable furniture designs that were previously impossible with traditional materials.
2. Sustainable Production Methods - Utilizing aluminum molds for pressing materials without cracking enhances the sustainability of the manufacturing process and minimizes waste.
3. Timeless Modern Design - A focus on creating furniture with a timeless quality ensures that designs remain relevant and desirable over extended periods.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Innovative methods such as using 3D-veneer and aluminum molds are advancing the furniture manufacturing industry by increasing durability and design complexity.
2. Sustainable Design - The integration of sustainable production techniques in furniture design is revolutionizing the sustainable design industry by reducing environmental impact.
3. Interior Design - Timeless modern furniture pieces like the Press Chair are influencing the interior design industry, encouraging the inclusion of versatile and enduring elements.