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Stone-Like Styrofoam Stools

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Kinold Styrofoam Stools by Jiwon Jung are Inherently Lightweight

— February 27, 2024 — Art & Design
The Kinold Styrofoam Stools have been designed by Korean furniture designer Jiwon Jung as a seating solution that's crafted out of packing materials to give them a lightweight profile that doesn't skimp on bold aesthetics. The stools are constructed with a somewhat simple silhouette, but have been painted by hydro dipping them into an array of swirling colors. The result is a serous of stone-like finishes, which are paired with lacquer spray to give them a final touch of durability against everyday use.

The Kinold Styrofoam Stools are designed in four color combinations including gray and black, yellow and black, pink and black and mint and black. The distinctive furniture design is not available for purchase as of yet.

Image Credit: Jiwon Jung
Trend Themes
1. Lightweight Furniture Solutions - Exploring materials like packing foam as a design element for furniture manufacturing can lead to innovative lightweight solutions in the furniture industry.
2. Hydro Dipping Aesthetics - Hydro dipping techniques applied to furniture pieces can create unique stone-like finishes, presenting opportunities to blend artistry with traditional furniture design.
3. Durable Coating Applications - Utilizing lacquer spray for durability on unconventional materials like Styrofoam opens doors for enhanced longevity in furniture design materials.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Incorporating packing foam into furniture design can spark disruptive innovation in the production processes and materials used in the furniture manufacturing industry.
2. Artisanal Furniture Design - The use of hydro dipping techniques in furniture design presents opportunities for artisanal furniture makers to create one-of-a-kind pieces that blend artistry with functionality.
3. Coating Technology - Advancements in lacquer spray applications for unconventional materials like Styrofoam can revolutionize coating technologies within the furniture design and manufacturing sector.
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