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Aeriform آرم چیئر by Kristian Ruden

Aeriform آرم چیئر by Kristian Ruden is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award کانسی انعام in فرنیچر ڈیزائن Competition Category.


کانسیفرنیچر· 2025

Aeriform آرم چیئر

by Kristian Ruden

Client: Kristian Ruden

A' Design Award کانسی انعام Winner in فرنیچر Category

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The Design

About Aeriform آرم چیئر

ایروفارم آرم چیئر ارگونومکس اور ڈیزائن کے اپنے جدید انداز سے آرام کی نئی تعریف پیش کرتی ہے۔ ورچوئل رئیلٹی میں تصور کیا گیا اور انسانی جسمانی پیمائش کے مطالعات سے آگاہ یہ کرسی، آرام دہ انداز میں لیٹنے اور پہلو موڑ کر تفریح سے لے کر سیدھے بیٹھنے کی حمایت تک، بیٹھنے کے متنوع اختیارات فراہم کرتی ہے۔ اس کی بے عیب ڈیزائن میں آسان گردش اور سکون بخش جھولے کے لیے لچکدار بنیاد شامل ہے۔ فائبر گلاس کے خول، نرم اپہولسٹری، اور اعلیٰ معیار کے کپڑے یا چمڑے سے تیار کردہ، ایروفارم نفیس موجودگی کو عملی فعالیت کے ساتھ ملاتی ہے، جو اسے جدید داخلی سجاوٹ میں ایک نمایاں اضافہ بناتی ہے۔

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award کانسی انعام

Aeriform آرم چیئر A' Design Award کانسی انعام کا فاتح ہے، جو ان ممتاز ڈیزائنز کو دیا جانے والا انتہائی باوقار اعتراف ہے جو تخلیقی صلاحیت، چالاکی اور ذہانت سے پہچانے جاتے ہیں۔ کانسی کے فاتحین نہایت ماہرانہ اور حیرت انگیز طور پر تخلیقی نمونے ہیں جو اپنے ڈیزائنرز کے وسیع تجربے، تخیل اور ذہانت کی تصدیق کرتے ہیں۔ Aeriform آرم چیئر سے توقع کی جاتی ہے کہ وہ ایک نہایت قدر کی جانے والی، سراہی جانے والی اور عزیز شے ہوگا جو قابل ذکر حد تک پیشہ ورانہ اور جدید ہے۔ A' Design Award کانسی انعام جیتنے والا یہ ڈیزائن فن، سائنس، ڈیزائن اور ٹیکنالوجی میں بہترین طریقوں کو شامل کرتا ہے اور تفصیلات پر توجہ میں ممتاز ہے۔ Aeriform آرم چیئر ضروریات کو خوبصورتی سے پورا کرتا، خواہشات کو چھوتا، جذبات کو مسحور کرتا اور تجسس کو اپیل کرتا ہے۔

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
The Aeriform is a luxury seating design focused on both comfort and aesthetic appeal. Its form draws inspiration from aerodynamic shapes, offering a sculptural presence. Crafted from high-quality materials, the armchair is designed with ergonomic support in mind. The use of innovative materials and precise craftsmanship sets it apart, blending artistry with functionality. Its unique design serves as both a functional piece and a statement of elegance, making it suitable for high-end interiors.
Dimensions & Packaging
Amchair sports 3 layer fiberglass frame with XPS foam core, various thickness and hardness of PU padding foam, fabric/leather upholstery with a single seam running around the edge. Base is done in steel with a 3D printed shell (time saving measures during prototype creation).
Dimensions of armchair: 1026 x 931x 1135
Dimensions of ottoman: 687 x 571 x 409
Tags
Armchair, sculptural, ergonomic, luxury, comfort, presence, high-end, dynamic, aerodynamic, seating
Production Technology
The prototype started with a foam core, CNC-milled from XPS foam and assembled with adhesive foam. It was sanded smooth, coated with epoxy resin, and layered with fiberglass for a strong shell. The base and legs were laser-cut steel, welded, and finished with a 3D-printed shell. The frame was padded with foam and batting, then covered with a precisely cut and sewn fabric. Finally, the chair was assembled with its base, lazy Susan, and headrest cushions.
Design Challenge
Main challenge was the lack of proper studies of comfort in anthropometric books. While ergonomy is well documented, there isn't much information abou comfort. Ergonomy looks at things from 2 dimensions, and while it's a good start, seating is usually a dynamic activity for the body and needs to be studied in 3-4 dimensions. Thats why personal testing on the jig was conducted.
Research
Research started with ergonomics. Drawing inspiration from anthropometry books and personal tests on a special jig constructed to allow for change in seat and backrest positioning and change of angles. From that data was constructed a 3D "skeleton" of the armchair and then iterations took place in virtual reality. Testing was performed with people ages 18-60 as the main target demographic. First 1:1 model was made out of polystyrene and tested as well. Drawing conclusion on overall dimensions.
Inspiration
The Aeriform Armchair draws inspiration from the natural elegance of bird wings, evoking the feeling of an embrace. Designed entirely within virtual reality, the form was conceived from a flowing, ribbon like structure suspended in space. Influenced by Pierre Paulin’s Ribbon Chair, the design was further refined to create a more imposing and luxurious piece. Extensive prototyping and ergonomic testing via jigs and models were undertaken to ensure optimal comfort across various seating angles.
Project Duration
Work on the project began in December 2023 and came to conclusion in June 2024 as the main focus of the diploma project.
Operation Flow
The Armchair is designed for ease and comfort, promoting a natural seating posture. Its flowing structure supports the body, distributing weight evenly and allowing various sitting angles, such as sideways or with legs crossed. No complex adjustments are needed; interaction is intuitive. A Lazy Susan facilitates movement and fidgeting, while the springy base offers a rocking motion. The design combines aesthetic elegance with practical functionality for a comfortable and inviting experience.
Patents
Patent pending. PVZ 2024-42455. Kristian Ruden. 2024. UPV.
Image Credits
Image #1: Creator Kristian Ruden, Photo of Aeriform, 2024
Image #2: Creator Kristian Ruden, Photo of Aeriform, 2024
Image #3: Creator Kristian Ruden, Render of Aeriform, 2024
Image #4: Creator Kristian Ruden, Render of Aeriform, 2024
Image #5: Creator Kristian Ruden, Render of Aeriform, 2024

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