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'Stitching Concrete' by Florian Schmid Makes Hard Look Soft

— May 8, 2012 — Art & Design
The chair collection entitled 'Stitching Concrete' by Florian Schmid is made with concrete portrayed as soft fabric.

This German designer cleverly crafted a canvas that's faux fabric, but is actually extremely hard and roush. The base is made with a material called concrete canvas that's soaked in water to achieve a malleable state.

After Schmid cuts the desired shapes, the cut-outs are then sewn together and hung on a wooden rack to harden for 24 hours. This type of seating is ideal for both indoor and outdoor as the material is fire and water-resistant. Stitching Concrete by Florian Schmid is aesthetically pleasing with falsified fabric that is not only interesting to look at, but is sure to spark conversation.



Photo Credits: designboom, florian-schmid
Trend Themes
1. Concrete Fabrication - The 'Stitching Concrete' chair collection by Florian Schmid showcases the trend of utilizing concrete in a creative way to mimic fabric.
2. Malleable Materials - The use of concrete canvas soaked in water to achieve a malleable state in the 'Stitching Concrete' chairs demonstrates the trend of exploring new materials that can be molded and manipulated.
3. Fire and Water Resistance - The fire and water-resistant properties of the concrete fabric material in the 'Stitching Concrete' collection highlight the trend of creating functional designs that can withstand various environmental conditions.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The 'Stitching Concrete' chair collection opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for furniture manufacturers to experiment with unconventional materials and construction techniques.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can embrace the trend of concrete fabrication and incorporate the 'Stitching Concrete' chairs as unique and conversation-starting pieces in their projects.
3. Architecture and Construction - The use of concrete fabric in the 'Stitching Concrete' chairs presents an innovative solution for architects and builders seeking durable and weather-resistant seating options for both indoor and outdoor spaces.
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