Inspired from the styrofoam wrapping that cover fruits, Japanese designer Keisuke Fujiwara's styrofoam sofa is both soft and flexible, molding to the shape of the sitter.
Often found on apples and other fleshy fruits, the styrofoam sofa is the stuff of supermarket play toys. By creating a functional yet aesthetically clever piece of furniture decor, Fujiwara brings a sense of comfort derived from the sense of comfort and protection offered by the styrofoam.
The ovular chair, which has a large indented area for where the user sits, is beige in color and has a meshed design. While just by looking at it, the styrofoam sofa may look like a meshed wooden chair you've sat on before, the malleable chair guarantees a snug fit for whoever sits in the chair.
Snug Styrofoam Sofas
The Moldable Chair Takes its Design from the Styrofoam That Covers Fruits
Trend Themes
1. Moldable Furniture - The trend of moldable furniture offers opportunities for designers to create innovative and personalized seating options.
2. Functional Aesthetics - The trend of functional aesthetics allows designers to combine practicality with clever and visually appealing designs.
3. Comfort-inspired Design - The trend of comfort-inspired design encourages designers to create furniture that evokes feelings of comfort and protection.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The furniture industry can explore the creation and production of moldable furniture that provides a snug fit and customizable seating options.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can incorporate the trend of functional aesthetics by offering furniture pieces that are both visually appealing and practical in their design.
3. Product Design - The product design industry can focus on comfort-inspired designs to create innovative and comfortable seating solutions that prioritize user experience.