Wave Oche ihu abụọ nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka by Crystian Freiberger

Wave Oche ihu abụọ nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka by Crystian Freiberger is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo in Nhazi Ngwá Ụlọ Competition Category.

ỌlaedoNgwá Ụlọ· 2023

Wave Oche ihu abụọ nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka

by Crystian Freiberger

Client: Quorum Home Design

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo Winner in Ngwá Ụlọ Category

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The Design

About Wave Oche ihu abụọ nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka

Wave bụ oche nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka nke sitere n'ụdị ebili mmiri oke osimiri nweta mmụọ nsinye ya. Ụdị ya nwere oke buru ibu na ntọala ma na-agbada nwayọọ nwayọọ ruo na nsọtụ ya. Ebe nnọdụ na ebe nkwado azụ kwụ n'elu ma ha adịghị emetụ ibe ha aka, n'ihi na e ji fiberglass kpamkpam mee nhazi ya. A na-eji ọkpụrụkpụ ise dị iche iche, ma e ji usoro lamination jikọta akụkụ ndị ahụ pụtara. Ntọala gbagọrọ agbagọ na-enye ohere mmegharị nwayọọ nke ịkwagharị azụ na ihu. E ji ihe njide plastik zoro ezo nke a kwara na akwa ahụ mechie mkpuchi ya, na-enweghị zipa ma ọ bụ ihe nkedo. Oche ahụ ruru 800 mm n'obosara, 950 mm n'omimi na 650 mm n'ịdị elu.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo

Wave Oche ihu abụọ nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị dị n'ọkwa mbụ, dị ịtụnanya ma pụtara ìhè. Ndị meriri na Ọlaedo bụ ihe e kere eke dị oke ọhụrụ, nwere ọhụụ ma na-egbu maramara nke na-egosipụta ọgụgụ isi, amamihe na nka nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Wave Oche ihu abụọ nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka ga-abụ ihe e mepụtara kacha enweta otuto, na-edu ọnọdụ ma bụrụ ihe ncheta nke na-enye uru na-adịbeghị mgbe ọ bụla. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo bụ ọrụ dị ebube, a na-asọpụrụ nke na-erite uru buru ibu ma na-ebuga oke nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ n'ihu. Wave Oche ihu abụọ nwere ebe ntụkwasị aka na-eweta mmetụta ọchịchọ siri ike, na-akpali agụụ, na-akwado nzụlite ihe ma na-adọrọ anyị adọrọ.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: The Wave Armchair boasts a unique design inspired by the rolling waves of the sea, which are characterized by more volume at the base as they form, before curving and gradually "breaking down" to taper at the ends. The seat and backrest are suspended without touching each other, thanks to a structure entirely composed of fiberglass. The fluidity and movement of the waves are captured in the armchair's design, with the curved base providing a gentle rocking motion.
Dimensions & Packaging: L800 mm x D950 mm x H650 mm
Tags: sculptured design, armchair, modern armchair, furniture design, interior design, experience design, fiberglass, confort
Production Technology: The first prototype was made of plain wood, layer by layer glued all together getting a crudest form. We spent 4 months to get the real shape with all curves, rays, ergonomic and swing aspects. Posteriorly, we started making fiberglass molds using the wood shaped like a counter mold. As it has volume and an unique shape, was necessary five fiberglass molds. Every fiberglass mold gives a different piece of the armchair, which are fixed all together in a process we call lamination. For coating, there is no zipper or staples, only an OKE plastic clip sewn at the cloth, and it's hidden under the seat, making it a cover. The internal part of the cover is made of an specific flexible synthetic leather, flexible to avoid ripples, and exterior with woven fabric, giving a nice contrast.
Design Challenge: I have previously incorporated fiberglass into various furniture products. However, this was the first time that I had to create a product that required molding fiberglass into a three-dimensional volume - a particularly challenging task due to the unique shape of the Wave Armchair. In fact, it took five different molds to successfully produce each armchair during the manufacturing process.
Research: Moreover, we have witnessed the emergence of organic and sculptural furniture design, which evokes curiosity and introduces a fresh perspective to interior design. As a designer, I find inspiration in natural elements and shapes, which fuel my creativity. Combining this with my passion for surfing - a sport that fosters a deep connection between humans and nature - I set out to create the Wave Armchair. Through this piece, I aim to capture the essence of my surfing experiences and bring the feeling of being immersed in nature into interior design.
Inspiration: My love for the sea runs deep - I have been sporadically surfing since I was 12 years old. For me, the waves represent the epitome of natural beauty, exuding strength and fluidity in their movement. It was precisely these characteristics that inspired me to create a sculptural piece that emulates the shape of waves. My vision was for this piece to evoke a sense of satisfaction when admired, curiosity when pushing the boundaries of material form, and harmony with the human body in its usability.
Project Duration: The project started in March 2022 in Jaraguá do Sul and finished in January 2023, and was exhibited in a private event for Quorum Home Design in February 2023 in São Paulo, Brazil.
Operation Flow: The Wave armchair is a sculpted masterpiece that piques curiosity with its unique shape. It evokes a sense of satisfaction when admired and seamlessly harmonizes with the human body during use, thanks to its flexible and adaptive seat. Adding to its appeal, the chair provides a slight swinging motion that enhances comfort. Additionally, the chair boasts remarkable durability, with a weight capacity of over 200kg.