Orion Side Chair
An accent chair
that defines comfort &
ergonomics in a whimsical way.
ergonomics in a whimsical way.
3D ︎ Ergonomics
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Sketching
THE TRIGGER: ERGONOMICS OF DECORATIVE
SIDE CHAIRS
SIDE CHAIRS
INSUFFICIENT LOWER
BACK SUPPORT
Many side chairs that have backs with an angle too straight to support our backs and they lead to slouching and back pain.
HARD SEAT
Inadequate pressure distribution causes sit bone pain especially for people who has minimal fat on their backsides.
BACK SUPPORT
Many side chairs that have backs with an angle too straight to support our backs and they lead to slouching and back pain.
HARD SEAT
Inadequate pressure distribution causes sit bone pain especially for people who has minimal fat on their backsides.
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CONTEXT:
A side chair that you can comfortably sit in for hours yet isn’t an eyesore to your carefully decorated home. One shouldn’t have to choose between comfort and beauty.
A side chair that you can comfortably sit in for hours yet isn’t an eyesore to your carefully decorated home. One shouldn’t have to choose between comfort and beauty.
Quick exploration on spheres and ergonomics
ORION’S ERGONOMIC BACK SUPPORT & ARM REST
The six meticulously placed spheres are upholstered with thick supportive foam and are arranged in a comfortable angle which promote good posture and long-lasting comfort during extended seating.
The six meticulously placed spheres are upholstered with thick supportive foam and are arranged in a comfortable angle which promote good posture and long-lasting comfort during extended seating.
REDUCING
UPHOLSTRY
MATERIALS
UPHOLSTRY
MATERIALS
Orion minimizes upholstery to only where it directly contacts the human body. Every sphere is upholstered with thick foam and batting making them supportive yet conforming. This minimalistic upholstery approach reduces the amount of foam while enhancing comfort. At the same time, it preserves an airy and whimsical form for the side chair.
IDEATION
From random brainstorm to the exploration of spheres. ︎︎
From random brainstorm to the exploration of spheres. ︎︎
Further research in how the sphere has been used in furniture
FUNCTIONAL PROTOTYPE
with available materials
with available materials
COLOR STUDY
