Lisa Lehane — January 10, 2006 — Art & Design
References: melbourne-movement.org
Check out the new Snug Chair designed by Alvin Tjitrowirjo. You can find the Snug Chair at the Melbourne Movement website.
It's comfy, its cutting edge, its snug. Young, up and coming Australian designer, Alvin Tjitrowirjo has designed what appears to be the ultimate lounging chair. Featured in the 2005 Milan Furniture Fair and again at Design X in Melbourne this year, the Snug chair offers it's occupant the freedom to position the entire body in any way it sees fit whilst constantly and comfortably accommodating it. With it's retro form design the chair is more than a- The Cool Hunter
simple piece of furniture it is a relaxation pod for those who appreciate beautiful form , fluid lines and enticing aesthetics. The Snug chair base is made from molded fiberglass with aniline leather upholstery. It's aluminum polished stopper can be removed to metamorphisize the chair into a rocker. Brilliant, simple, beautiful.
Trend Themes
1. Ergonomic Furniture - The Snug Chair's innovative design offers an opportunity for the ergonomic furniture industry to develop more comfortable and versatile seating solutions.
2. Retro-modern Style - The popularity of the Snug Chair demonstrates a trend towards retro-modern style furniture, which presents an opportunity for manufacturers to create unique, stylish designs inspired by past eras.
3. Convertible Chairs - The Snug Chair's removable stopper allowing it to transform into a rocker presents an opportunity for the convertible furniture industry to develop more versatile and multi-functional pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The Snug Chair's unique design provides an opportunity for furniture manufacturers to produce cutting-edge, innovative pieces that incorporate both style and comfort.
2. Interior Design - The popularity of retro-modern style furniture, as showcased in the Snug Chair, presents an opportunity for interior designers to create unique, vintage-inspired spaces that are both stylish and comfortable.
3. Luxury Retail - The Snug Chair's premium materials and high-end design present an opportunity for luxury retailers to market and sell exclusive and unique furniture pieces to upscale clientele.
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