Japanese art director Takeshi Sawada has created the perfect children’s gift just in time for Christmas; made of oak, walnut and deerskin, the beautifully and concisely wooden deer chair is a fantastic ode to the adorable woodland creature. This furniture piece is an addition to the already existing animal-inspired children’s furniture that Sawada has created (the Bambi chair, the Sheep chair and the Cow chair).
Because of Sawada’s experience in the industry of apparel, it gave him inspiration and the creative power to come up with extremely original and visually appealing inspirations. After Sawada left the apparel industry, he started exploring furniture design where he applies his creativity, imagination and humor to his constructions. His main goal is to design objects "that appeal to visual sensation".
Takeshi will continue to design objects that appeal to visual sensation.
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Sawada Crafted This Wooden Deer Chair Just in Time for Christmas
Trend Themes
1. Animal-inspired Children's Furniture - There is a trend towards creating children's furniture that is inspired by animals. This opens up opportunities for creative and playful designs.
2. Wooden Furniture Design - The trend towards using natural materials in furniture, such as oak and walnut, provides opportunities for innovative designs that align with consumers' desire for sustainable and eco-friendly products.
3. Incorporating Creative Inspiration - As demonstrated by Sawada's transition from apparel to furniture design, utilizing inspiration and creativity from other industries can lead to unique and visually appealing products in a crowded market.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Furniture Industry - The rise of animal-inspired children's furniture creates a disruptive opportunity for manufacturers to appeal to parents' desire for furniture that is both functional and visually appealing.
2. Furniture Design Industry - As consumers continue to prioritize sustainability and natural materials, designers who can incorporate innovative ways of using wood and other renewable resources in their furniture products will have a competitive advantage.
3. Apparel and Fashion Industry - Taking inspiration from other industries, such as apparel and fashion, can lead to a fresh perspective and new innovative approaches in furniture designs.