Le design Osso Chaise par Wongsun Yoo est un lauréat très estimé du prestigieux 2025 A' Design Award d'Argent dans la catégorie Design de Mobilier.

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Osso Chaise

par Wongsun Yoo

Client : Yoo Wongsun

Lauréat du A' Design Award d'Argent dans la catégorie Mobilier

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Le Design

À propos de Osso Chaise

La chaise Osso captive l'attention par sa silhouette saisissante. À la fois baroque et minimaliste, elle se distingue par ses montants courbés, son assise cintrée et un dossier circulaire qui s'élève vers l'arrière telle une colonne vertébrale, d'où son nom Osso. Bien que les assemblages paraissent aisés, le design suit des principes architecturaux de résistance et de rythme, évoquant l'architecture orientale traditionnelle. Fruit d'une collaboration entre le jeune designer et les ébénistes français chevronnés Brimbois, le design est sublimé par l'application de techniques et finitions séculaires à de nouvelles créations contemporaines.

La Reconnaissance

À propos du A' Design Award d'Argent

Osso Chaise est lauréat de l'A' Design Award d'Argent, une reconnaissance énormément prestigieuse décernée à des designs haut de gamme, superbes et impressionnants. Les lauréats Argent sont des œuvres tout à fait brillantes et extrêmement créatives qui illustrent l'expertise, le talent et la perspicacité remarquables de leurs concepteurs. Osso Chaise est censé être une œuvre merveilleuse, une vitrine de savoir-faire, remarquablement professionnelle et profondément innovante. Ce design lauréat de l'A' Design Award d'Argent est une invention très notable et admirée, qui sert l'art, la science, le design et la technologie et en repousse les limites. Osso Chaise est une création très enviée qui éveille les désirs, apporte des sentiments positifs et suscite émerveillement et étonnement.

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Dossier de presse

Crédits, membres de l'équipe et détails techniques fournis par le designer.

Propriétés Uniques: While the joineries appear effortless, much like bones, the framework is informed by architectural principles that enhance structural integrity while creating a visually dynamic rhythm reminiscent of traditional Oriental architecture. Rather than relying on thick, bulky materials for stability, the beams curve and interlace to form a cross-bracing structure. This allows the chair to support a concave seat that follows the contours of human anatomy, reducing pressure points compared to flat seats. The gap between the double columns at the back naturally accommodates the horizontal components, seamlessly supporting the plates and reinforcing the design's harmony.
Dimensions & Emballage: Width 710mm x Depth 550mm x Height 835mm
Mots-Clés: Heritage driven design, Fusion of tradition and technology, Ergonomic design, Comfortable seating, Craftsmanship, Timber structure, Sustainability
Technologie de Production: The production process bridges technology and craftsmanship. On one side, a strong focus on geometry and modularity resulted in extrusion based forms from 3 - 5cm planks of timber, that ensures a CNC manufacturing process. On the other, luxurious finishes to seamless joineries were developed in partnership with French cabinetmaker, Brimbois, bringing back century old techniques. The result is a black stained wood adds a modern, minimalist elegance while allowing the grain texture to subtly remain visible.
Défi de Conception: The chair’s complexity lies in the precision of its joints, which meticulously connect each component. To achieve a minimal yet effortless silhouette, the design drew inspiration from bone joints where structural integrity is maintained while elements naturally interlock. This concept was expressed through the intentional exposure of rounded edges at the joinery. The prototype’s fabrication involved close collaboration with the manufacturer. Each element was individually stained before assembly, ensuring a uniform, seamless black finish across all joint points.
Recherche: The research aimed to achieve ergonomic comfort in a solid surface, offering an alternative to upholstered furniture. This led to an exploration of seat and backrest angulation, as well as a subtly curved seat plate for better anatomical support. Using VR technology, multiple prototypes were tested to refine ergonomics. In collaboration with French cabinetmakers Brimbois, locally sourced ash wood from Franche-Comte was used. A detachable 3cm upholstered plate was also developed for added versatility. Debuting at Paris Design Week 2023 at the Salon Atelier de France, the chair received valuable feedback from designers, architects, and gallery owners. This led to the addition of 5cm timber toes, which can be trimmed to adjust seat height without altering the design.
Inspiration: Osso draws inspiration from traditional Oriental architecture and the natural bone structures. The design embodies principles of balance, proportion, and craftsmanship, employing wood joineries that exemplify the precision of enduring architectural techniques. The back of the chair is designed as its second façade, where the horizontal structural components come together like the bones of a spine, hence, Osso. These elements combine to create a chair that is both functional and sculptural, blending tradition with nature in a clean and harmonious design.
Durée du Projet: The chair was designed in January 2024 and the first prototype was made in June 2024, both in Paris.
Flux Opérationnel: The chair emphasises on the negative space, of the space that is left from the object. Through its open-back frame and three-legged structure, it embodies openness and lightness. The seat, following a subtle curve seems to float above the frame. This method enhances comfort while creating a striking silhouette imparting a sculptural quality to the object. This dynamic interplay of light and shadow adds depth to the surrounding space, elevating the chair not only as practical furniture but also as a refined architectural statement.
Brevets: Wongsun Yoo
Membres de l'Équipe: Wongsun Yoo
Crédits Images: Wongsun Yoo