Mobius Kursi by William Ridley-Smith is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Farnijarka Competition Category.
LacagFarnijar· 2023
Mobius Kursi
Client: Will Ridley-Smith
Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Farnijar Category
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The Design
About Mobius Kursi
Xariiqda Mobius waa shay xisaabeed oo leh sifooyinka jireed iyo xisaabeed oo xiiso leh, oo lagu dhisay dhinac keliya iyo qar keliya. Naqshadeeyntu waa muujin ah weligeed la'aan, oo abuuraysa dareen socod biyo ah, dhaqdhaqaaq aan dhammaad lahayn. Qaabkeeda ayaa u oggolaanaya qaybtan inay isku dariso qaabka iyo shaqada. Kursi Mobius waa muuqaal ka mid ah xiriirka quruxda badan ee u dhaxeeya xisaabta iyo naqshadeynta.
The Recognition
About the Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award
Mobius Kursi waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf aad u sarreeya oo la siiyo naqshado heerka ugu sarreeya oo quruxsan oo soo jiidasho leh. Guuleystayaasha Lacagta waa shaqooyin aad u dhalaalaya iyo hal-abuur sare leh oo muujiya khibrad, hibo iyo hufnaan naqshadeeyayaashooda. Mobius Kursi waa shaqo la filayo inay noqoto shaqo quruxsan oo tusaale ah, xirfad cad leh oo hal-abuur qoto dheer leh. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award waa hal-abuur aad loo dareemo oo la ammaano, waxtar leh oo hormariya xuduudaha farshaxanka, sayniska, naqshadaynta iyo tignoolajiyada. Mobius Kursi waa hal-abuur dad badan ay doonayaan, kicisa rabitaanno, keena dareenno wanaagsan oo abuura yaab.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
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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