The Cocoon Chair by Rock Wang is Inspired by Nature
Marissa Liu — April 20, 2010 — Eco
References: thedesignblog.org
Featuring a covering made of 100% natural silk, the Cocoon chair by Rock Wang is a seat that was, "designed by nature." The chair is part of an eco-friendly range of furniture (made of sustainable materials) that Wang unveiled at Milan Design Week.
The silk material helps to enable the Cocoon chair by Rock Wang to boast water-resistant abilities. Durability is definitely implied as the chair looks almost like a smooth rock. Actual silkworms spun their threads around a bamboo structure to give this extraordinary seat it's silky finish. It took five days for the worms to complete their work.
The silk material helps to enable the Cocoon chair by Rock Wang to boast water-resistant abilities. Durability is definitely implied as the chair looks almost like a smooth rock. Actual silkworms spun their threads around a bamboo structure to give this extraordinary seat it's silky finish. It took five days for the worms to complete their work.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Materials in Design - The use of sustainable, eco-friendly materials in furniture design such as the silk material used in the Cocoon chair offers opportunities for companies to create products that appeal to eco-conscious consumers.
2. Nature-inspired Design - Taking inspiration from nature, as was done with the Cocoon chair, can lead to products that are not only visually stunning but also offer unique features and benefits.
3. Craftsmanship in Production - The traditional craftsmanship and attention to detail required to create a product like the Cocoon chair using silkworms and bamboo provides opportunities for companies to differentiate themselves in a market saturated with mass-produced goods.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture companies can capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable, eco-friendly products by incorporating natural materials like the ones used in the Cocoon chair into their designs.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can use products like the Cocoon chair, with their unique and visually stunning designs, to create one-of-a-kind spaces for their clients.
3. Textile Manufacturing - Textile companies that specialize in sustainable materials like natural silk can partner with furniture manufacturers to provide materials needed to create eco-friendly furniture.
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