The Ash Cushion by Mary Dickerson is Responsive to Touch
Meghan Young — November 20, 2012 — Art & Design
Wood may often be thought of as warm and welcoming, but it is also hard and unforgiving; the Ash Cushion changes the latter perception. It is a unique creation that mimics the feel of a cushion using ash wood, hence its name.
Conceived and created by young designer Mary Dickerson, the Ash Cushion achieves this deceptively soft and responsive surface through a series of strategic cuts. Essentially, Dickerson has sliced away thin layers from wooden columns. This gives the column a springiness that is not often seen with wood materials. When a group of columns are combined together, the resulting seat becomes responsive to touch. This means it gives when a person sits on it.
Conceived and created by young designer Mary Dickerson, the Ash Cushion achieves this deceptively soft and responsive surface through a series of strategic cuts. Essentially, Dickerson has sliced away thin layers from wooden columns. This gives the column a springiness that is not often seen with wood materials. When a group of columns are combined together, the resulting seat becomes responsive to touch. This means it gives when a person sits on it.
Trend Themes
1. Responsive Wooden Furniture - There is an opportunity for designers to experiment with wood to create furniture that feels soft and responsive to touch.
2. Innovative Material Use - Designers can explore unconventional materials to create unique products with unexpected textures and properties.
3. Sustainable Materials - Using wood as a sustainable and renewable material in furniture design can be a trend for environmentally conscious consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Designers in the furniture industry can use this innovation to offer unique and comfortable wood furniture.
2. Architecture and Interior Design - Innovative use of materials can inspire architects and interior designers to create unique and visually appealing spaces.
3. Woodworking and Carpentry - Woodworkers and carpenters can incorporate this technique into their craft to create unique and functional pieces of furniture with a soft and comfortable feel.
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