Ukrainian product design studio Mukomelov recently designed an extremely streamlined and clean looking sofa called the Zeppelin Sofa, which was inspired by German inventor Ferdinand Zeppelin's airship.
The philosophy behind the design capitalizes on the element of air travel by airships. The comfortable sofa has the design of a flying blind in mind, with the curves and outline that imitate a blimp. The result is an aerodynamic structure that combines extreme comfort and style, adding a piece of the sky inside your home.
The contemporary and dynamically shaped sofa is fitted with a composition of soft linings that help enhance the comfort level of the sitter, giving the user a new and different level of comfort coupled with smooth lines that resembles sitting on a soft cloud.
Blimp-Inspired Sofas
The Zeppelin Sofa Recreates the Feeling of Sitting on a Cloud
Trend Themes
1. Blimp-inspired Furniture - Opportunity to create new designs of furniture or home decor that take inspiration from air travel and aerodynamic structures.
2. Comfort-focused Design - Shift towards designing furniture with utmost comfort in mind that enhances the user experience and quality of life at home.
3. Streamlined Aesthetics - Trend towards sleek, streamlined designs of furniture or decor that prioritize both form and function.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - Opportunity for furniture companies to offer unique, modern designs that incorporate aeronautical design elements and prioritize comfort.
2. Home Decor - Opportunity to create home decor items that follow the same inspiration as the Zeppelin Sofa and bring an element of air travel into the home.
3. Interior Design - Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate aeronautical elements and unique, comfortable furniture into their design projects.