Daniel Michalik's 'Sway Stool' Balances Motion With Function
Katie Cordrey — December 19, 2009 — Eco
References: onestopmodern & treehugger
The Sway Stool is a different type of ‘rocker.’ The design incorporates reclaimed materials and artistically integrated elements with functional style.
Daniel Michalik’s handmade Sway Stool is made of bottle stopper waste cork. The central column of the stool is flexible, solid cork. The outside edges of the seating column is slotted, resulting in a seat that flexes and pivots under the weight of the user. Because sitting on the Sway Stool requires a little physical participation to maintain balance, using it improves posture and circulation.
Daniel Michalik’s handmade Sway Stool is made of bottle stopper waste cork. The central column of the stool is flexible, solid cork. The outside edges of the seating column is slotted, resulting in a seat that flexes and pivots under the weight of the user. Because sitting on the Sway Stool requires a little physical participation to maintain balance, using it improves posture and circulation.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Seating - Designing seating concepts with sustainable materials and reclaimed elements can disrupt traditional seating options.
2. Motion-seating - Incorporating movement in seating options, like the Sway Stool, can offer health benefits and address consumer demand for versatility in furniture designs.
3. Handmade Furniture - Utilizing handmade techniques and unique design elements can set furniture pieces apart from traditional, mass-produced options in the market.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The furniture industry can explore using sustainable and reclaimed materials to design innovative seating options that address consumer demand for eco-friendly furniture.
2. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can explore incorporating movement in furniture designs to promote better posture and improved circulation for consumers.
3. Art and Design - The art and design industry can explore handmade techniques and unique design elements to create one-of-a-kind furniture pieces that cater to consumer demand for personalized home decor.
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