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Forma Stul by Jaewoo Choi

Forma Stul by Jaewoo Choi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Temir Mukofoti in Mebel Dizayni Competition Category.


TemirMebel· 2025

Forma Stul

by Jaewoo Choi

Client: Jae Choi

A' Design Award Temir Mukofoti Winner in Mebel Category

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The Design

About Forma Stul

Forma — o'simlik duballigi bilan ishlangan charm, MDF va poʻlatdan yasalgan stul. Uning shakli ot egarining siluetidan ilhomlanib qayta talqin etilgan. Charm eng qadimiy charm ishlov berish usullaridan biri boʻlgan nam qolipga solish texnikasi orqali shakllantirilgan bo'lib, bu usul mustahkam va bardoshli shakllar hosil qiladi. Nam qolipga solish yumshoq va qattiq zonalar orasida silliq oʻtishlarni taʼminlaydi, shu tufayli stul ham qulaylik, ham tayanch beradi. Formaning oʻlchamlari: eni 560 mm, chuqurligi 605 mm va balandligi 670 mm. Ushbu dizayn anʼanaviy egarchilik hunarmandchiligini zamonaviy mebilga moslashtiradi.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Temir Mukofoti

Forma Stul A' Design Award Temir Mukofotining g‘olibi bo‘lib, bu yaxshi loyihalangan ijodlardan kutiladigan kasbiy va sanoat talablariga javob beradigan yaxshi dizaynlarga beriladigan nufuzli e’tirofdir. Temir g‘oliblari o‘z yaratuvchilarining katta mahorati, yuksak ixtisosligi, mutaxassis tushunchasi va ijodiy salohiyatini namoyon etadi. Forma Stul yuqori qadrlanadigan, hayrat bilan qaraladigan va suyukli, amaliy hamda innovatsion ijod bo‘lishi kutiladi. A' Design Award Temir Mukofotini qo‘lga kiritgan ushbu dizayn soha eng yaxshi amaliyotlarini uyg‘unlashtiradi va bilim hamda iste’dod bilan bog‘langan layoqatli texnik xususiyatlarga ega. Forma Stul puxtaligi uchun hurmatga sazovor bo‘lib, dunyoni yaxshiroq joyga aylantirishga yordam beradigan hayot sifatini yaxshilashni taqdim etish uchun loyihalangan.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
Forma reinterprets the timeless silhouette of a horse’s saddle through the technique of wet molding to shape leather into intricate, structured forms. This method enhances durability and sculptural precision, allowing for seamless transitions between softness and rigidity. By pushing the boundaries of leather manipulation, Forma highlights materiality, refinement, and fluidity, redefining traditional craftsmanship in modern fabrication while achieving both structural integrity and sculptural rhythm.
Dimensions & Packaging
Materials: Vegetable Tanned Leather / MDF / Steel
Dimensions: Width 560 mm x Depth 605 mm x Height 670mm
Tags
Leatherworking, Wet Molding, Material Exploration, Chair, Experimental Furniture Design
Production Technology
Since early civilization, leather has been valued for its versatility, offering both comfort and protection. Wet molding, one of the oldest leatherworking techniques, remains a vital method for shaping leather into structured, durable forms. Forma employs this technique to fuse soft and rigid elements with fluidity, achieving structural refinement. By leveraging this process, the design not only preserves traditional craftsmanship but also explores new possibilities in material adaptation and contemporary fabrication techniques.
Design Challenge
Wet molding is a centuries-old technique, yet its potential within contemporary design remains largely underexplored. This project challenges conventional applications by experimenting with new shaping methods, testing leather’s adaptability, and refining its structural possibilities. Through material-driven research, it seeks to expand the boundaries of craftsmanship, integrating traditional leatherworking techniques with adaptive design solutions.
Research
This project investigates the potential of wet molding through hands-on experimentation, analyzing the material’s flexibility and structural limitations. By studying how leather responds to manipulation, the research informs the development of innovative forms and explores new possibilities in furniture applications. Pushing the boundaries of this traditional craft, the study bridges material experimentation with material-driven design, redefining leather’s role in modern fabrication.
Inspiration
Forma is rooted in a deep appreciation for the transformation of raw materials through time-honored craftsmanship. Inspired by the evolution of saddlery, the project reinterprets traditional processes for new creative applications by examining how wet molding—a technique integral to equestrian gear—can be adapted for contemporary design. The interplay of structure and fluidity found in saddlery serves as the foundation for a piece that honors heritage craftsmanship while embracing design refinement.
Project Duration
The project started in January 2023 in Providence, Rhode Island, and was completed in May 2023.
Operation Flow
Designed to offer both function and sculptural presence, Forma’s structured yet fluid form allows it to serve as a seat while also acting as a statement piece. The careful balance of soft and rigid elements provides both comfort and support, making it a versatile addition to various interior spaces.
Image Credits
Image #1: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.
Image #2: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.
Image #3: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.
Image #4: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.

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