Tango Multifunctional Pouf

I believe my early education had a significant impact on my interpretation of reality. My high school mathematics and physics curriculum shaped my analytical thinking. Therefore, the Bionics in Design Department perfectly complemented my understanding of geometric structures found in nature. So, because I strive to solve our interior design demands in my design, I created the Tango Pouf project. The idea for a multifunctional piece of furniture for small living spaces, which I named Tango.

I isolated the stem and divided it into growth stages. Nature itself demonstrated how stems change their structures during development. Within these structures, I identified a repeating shape in the form of a triangle. The outer flange surrounded four triangle-like shapes, so I considered this a perfect symbiosis. The resulting model consisted of four triangles mounted on an outer flange resembling a caterpillar. This created a movable linear shape that moved like a snake, allowing for folding and complementing each other. I achieved the best effect by using right-angled triangles, which allowed them to interlock perfectly. One set produced two usable shapes, and two sets combined produced two more. This resulted in a set of geometric, multi-functional seats that interact with each other and the surroundings.

Obtaining the correct zipper shape was a unique challenge, as the single geometric shape was very demanding, ensuring its pure form was not compromised. The primary goal was to enable easy removal and reinstallation of the cover during production and cleaning. This allowed for the use of zippers extending from two corners and connected by a gentle arc in the center, creating a triangular configuration. This design allowed for ideal access to the interior and the ability to correctly insert the zippers without unnecessary tension. The repetitive zipper arrangement created a geometric pattern that, depending on its position, always forms a triangle, emphasizing the furniture's character.