O design Arc Cadeira por Dheeraj Belgaonkar é um vencedor altamente estimado do prestigioso 2024 A' Design Award de Ferro na Categoria de Competição Design de Mobiliário.

FerroMobiliário· 2024

Arc Cadeira

por Dheeraj Belgaonkar

Cliente: National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad

Vencedor do A' Design Award de Ferro na Categoria Mobiliário

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O Design

Sobre Arc Cadeira

Arc é uma cadeira multiuso concebida para o uso quotidiano. As curvas moldam cada parte da cadeira, desde o encosto envolvente até aos apoios de braços arqueados. A estrutura é feita em tubo de aço macio de 16 mm, curvado em arcos de segundo grau racionalizados. O assento, o encosto e os apoios de braços são cortados em contraplacado de bétula de 18 mm numa máquina CNC e acabados com um verniz de tom escuro. A cadeira é fornecida em duas metades que se unem por meio de parafusos, e os apoios de braços podem ser acoplados quando necessário. Dados antropométricos de utilizadores entre os 25 e os 35 anos orientaram as proporções ergonómicas.

O Reconhecimento

Sobre o A' Design Award de Ferro

Arc Cadeira conquistou o A' Design Award de Ferro, um reconhecimento prestigiado atribuído a bons designs que cumprem os requisitos profissionais e industriais esperados de criações bem concebidas. Os vencedores do Ferro demonstram grande habilidade, elevada especialização, compreensão especializada e capacidade criativa dos seus criadores. Espera-se que Arc Cadeira seja uma criação muito considerada, admirada e estimada, prática e inovadora. Este design vencedor do A' Design Award de Ferro integra as melhores práticas do setor e tem características técnicas competentes associadas a conhecimento especializado e talento. Pela sua minúcia, Arc Cadeira merece respeito e destina-se a proporcionar melhorias na qualidade de vida que ajudam a tornar o mundo num lugar melhor.

Por Trás do Design

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Créditos, membros da equipa e detalhes técnicos fornecidos pelo designer.

Propriedades Únicas: The Arc Chair is a multipurpose seating solution that combines aesthetics, functionality, and versatility to create a unique and adaptable piece of furniture.
The Arc Chair is characterized by its dynamic form, which seamlessly integrates arcs into every aspect of its structure. From the sweeping curves of the backrest to the gracefully arched armrests, the chair embodies a sense of movement and harmony. The arcs serve as a visual focal point and contribute to the chair's ergonomics and comfort.
Dimensões e Embalagem: Overall Dimensions: 550 mm x 550 mm x 730 mm
Seating height: 445 mm
Seat area: 450 mm x 430 mm
Etiquetas: Arc Chair, Curves, Biomorphic, Multipurpose chair
Tecnologia de Produção: The chair structure comprises a 16 gauge CRC Mild Steel Pipe of 16mm dia. A multi-axis pipe bending machine can bend this to shape, as all the curves are rationalised second-degree arcs. However, due to the limitations of the prototyping facility at the institute, the component had to be made in parts and welded later on to complete the whole. Threaded holes were made to align to attach the various elements using bolts.
The seat, back and armrests consist of 18mm thick birch plywood cut to shape in a CNC machine. The edge was routed to give it a smoothly finished edge. This was later polished with a dark stain and attached to the structure using D-nuts and bolts.
Desafio de Design: During the development of the Arc Chair, the creative challenge was to seamlessly integrate arcs into every aspect of the design while ensuring ergonomic comfort. One obstacle was to strike the right balance between aesthetics and functionality, ensuring that the chair's unique form didn't compromise its usability.
Access to information and technology played a vital role in overcoming obstacles. Extensive research on ergonomic principles, user preferences, and material properties was conducted. Advanced design software and prototyping technologies facilitated the exploration and refinement of design iterations.
Further challenges were faced while manufacturing the prototype, as the lack of availability of tech meant that each part had to be made separately and required a jig to hold the pieces together. Overall each challenge served as an opportunity for learning and reflection.
Pesquisa: Primary research
To get the relevant data for the Indian demographic and not necessarily rely on standards biased towards the Western body type.
Users aged 25 to 35 were selected, with a 50-50 split between male and female respondents.
Various anthropometric data were collected related to seating.
The data was further split into segments at 3-inch intervals, and an average was considered.
This aims to provide furniture inclusive of the target demographic.
Inspiração: The motive was to create a seating solution that captures the fluidity and elegance of arcs while providing ergonomic comfort.
The inspiration came from the idea of movement and harmony found in biomorphic forms such as the lotus, translating those qualities into the design.
The research consisted of studying carrying patterns and primary user data. Iterative design processes, such as sketching, 3D modelling, and physical prototyping, were employed to refine and validate the design concept.
Duração do Projeto: The project started in March 2023 at the National Institute of Design Ahmedabad as part of the student furniture design project and finished in May 2023.
Fluxo de Operação: The chair consists of 2 easy to assemble halves which the provided bolts can attach. Above these halves, one can connect the backrest and the seat. Further, if required, the armrest can be attached to the sides by the smaller bolts provided.