Minus Cadeira sen Respaldo by Yifan Ding

Minus Cadeira sen Respaldo by Yifan Ding is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award de Ferro in Deseño de Mobiliario Competition Category.

FerroMobiliario· 2024

Minus Cadeira sen Respaldo

by Yifan Ding

Client: Yifan Ding

A' Design Award de Ferro Winner in Mobiliario Category

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The Design

About Minus Cadeira sen Respaldo

Minus é unha cadeira sen respaldo creada mediante a substracción de material dunha forma cúbica básica. O resultado é unha forma minimalista con superficies suaves e fluídas. Cada cambio de superficie cumpre un propósito ergonómico. Unha curva inferior proporciona un lugar de apoio para os pés. Unha reentrancia superior mellora o confort do asento. Unha parte traseira escavada e a curva superior actúan como asas, de xeito que Minus pode ser levantada do chan con facilidade. O corpo está feito de plástico, acabado cun revestimento metálico azul claro ou con patróns de mármore aplicados mediante hidroimpresión.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Ferro

Minus Cadeira sen Respaldo gañou o A' Design Award de Ferro, un recoñecemento prestixioso outorgado a bos deseños que cumpren os requisitos profesionais e industriais esperados de creacións ben deseñadas. Os gañadores Ferro demostran a gran habilidade, a alta especialización, a comprensión experta e a capacidade creativa dos seus creadores. Espérase que Minus Cadeira sen Respaldo sexa unha creación moi apreciada, admirada e querida que é práctica e innovadora. Este deseño gañador do A' Design Award de Ferro integra as mellores prácticas do sector e ten características técnicas competentes ligadas ao saber facer e ao talento. Minus Cadeira sen Respaldo é respectado pola súa minuciosidade e está deseñado para proporcionar melloras na calidade de vida que axudan a facer do mundo un lugar mellor.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Minus stool embodies a distinctive design philosophy, crafted by selectively subtracting from a basic cubic shape. This approach yields a minimalist form that speaks a language of simplicity while boasting elegant and fluid surfaces. Beyond its visual appeal, every subtle surface change has its ergonomic intent: a lower curve offers a restful place for the feet; an upper indentation enhances the seating experience; and a scooped back allows for effortless handling.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 420mm, Depth 350mm, Height 450mm
Tags: Stool, Furniture, Product design, Minimal
Production Technology: The whole stool will be made with plastic, the first finishing is slightly blue metallic coating, and the two with marble patterns will made by hydro dipping.
Design Challenge: The challenge during the design process is to find the right surface flow and match the entire minimal feelings. The designer solved this problem by adopting AR tools to inspect the subtle surface change in the actual size and real environment virtually.
Research: The design journey of the minus stool was marked by an extensive exploration of sitting ergonomics. The designer meticulously crafted prototypes using CNC machining, and to ensure the design met a wide range of needs, a diverse group of individuals was invited to experience the stool firsthand. Their feedback was invaluable, informing iterative modifications that honed both comfort and functionality. This collaborative process was fundamental, embedding user-centric insights into the very heart of the stool's design.
Inspiration: Minus stool is inspired by sculpture, an art form steeped in antiquity, has birthed innumerable masterpieces through the ages. Our forebears crafted exquisite shapes and curves from massive stones, showcasing their artistic prowess. This ancient method of expression, with its tangible and direct approach to creating beauty, has deeply inspired me.
Project Duration: The project started in September 2023 in Pasadena and finished in December 2023 in Pasadena, and was exhibited in Gallery at ArtCenter College of Design until now.
Operation Flow: When a person sits on the stool, the top surface provides surprisingly comfortable support, and users could place their feet at the bottom curve. Furthermore, the curve at the back and top together act as handles that facilitate the user to grab it from the floor.