Mobius Mpando by William Ridley-Smith is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Fenicha Competition Category.
SilivaFenicha· 2023
Mobius Mpando
Client: Will Ridley-Smith
Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award Winner in Fenicha Category
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About Mobius Mpando
Mobius strip ndi chinthu cha masamu chokhala ndi makhalidwe osangalatsa a thupi ndi masamu, chopangidwa ndi mbali imodzi yokha ndi m'mphepete umodzi. Kapangidweyu ndi chiwonetsero cha zosatha, kumanga kamvekedwe ka kuyenda mosalekeza, ka mayendedwe osatha. Mawonekedwe ake amalola mpandowu kuphatikiza mawonekedwe ndi ntchito. Mpando wa Mobius ndi chithunzi cha ubale wokongola pakati pa masamu ndi kapangidwe.
The Recognition
About the Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award
Mobius Mpando ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka modabwitsa komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe a pamwamba, okongola ndi ochititsa chidwi. Opambana a Siliva ndi ntchito zowala kwambiri ndi zolenga kwambiri zomwe zimaonetsa ukatswiri, luso ndi nzeru zakuthwa za opanga awo. Mobius Mpando akuyembekezeka kukhala ntchito yodabwitsa yoonetsedwa, yaukatswiri wapadera ndi yatsopano kwambiri. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award awa ndi chopangidwa chodziwika kwambiri ndi choyamikiridwa chomwe chimapindulitsa ndi kukulitsa malire a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo. Mobius Mpando ndi cholengedwa chomwe anthu ambiri amachichitira nsanje, chomwe chimadzutsa zilakolako, kubweretsa maganizo abwino ndi kuyatsa kudabwa ndi chidwi.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The Mobius strip is a mathematical object of most unique physical and mathematical qualities, constructed with only a single side and a single edge. These qualities have been utilised in the Mobius Chair to create an intriguing, timeless piece. The bold design is an embodiment of infinity, creating a feeling of fluidity, of never-ending movement. Its unique shape and structure allow this piece to blend form and function, creating a comfortable piece that may also serve as work of art.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 1700 mm x Depth 780 mm x Height 1000 mm
- Tags
- Furniture, metal, chair, avant garde, art
- Production Technology
- The Mobius Chair is constructed through the use of multiple sections of cast iron. These sections are subsequently welded together. With a rough finish, the chair is then spray painted a deep blue.
- Design Challenge
- The challenge of the Mobius Chair is ensuring that when in use, it is able to sufficiently support an individual and place them such that the chair is not tipped by one’s weight.
- Research
- This design emerged from an exploration of mathematics and the underlying beauty of complex geometry.
- Inspiration
- The Mobius Chair was inspired by the beauty and complexity of mathematics. The mobius strip’s shape has been translated into the chair’s design, creating a continuous loop that appears to have no beginning or end, granting it a feeling of fluidity and authenticity. This design seeks to challenge traditional notions of form and function, offering a unique user experience while being aesthetically striking. The design is a testament to the power of mathematical concepts in art and design.
- Project Duration
- Mobius Chair was designed in February 2023 in Sydney.
- Operation Flow
- Due to it's intriguing design, the Mobius Chair can be displayed as an art piece, a display stand or as a functional piece of furniture. The chair's construction allows it to flex when in use, easing the user into a comfortable position.
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