The Studio series for Offecct has been designed to allow for the creation of a number of seating units, each adapted to the needs of particular situations in terms of the number of seats as well as their arrangements and function in any given space. The designs allow for numerous group arrangements which can result in closed arrangements, semi closed and open arrangements, allowing for versatility in communication and privacy.
The Studio Twin creates a seating element for communication and exchange, whereas the Studio Easy chair Right and Easy chair Left offer possibilities for the user to choose between open and private arrangements. The Studio Twin Beam creates opportunities for use in public spaces and for more playful organisations in public settings. The Studio collection setup has the potential for use in many varied settings, including airport waiting areas, lobbies, offices and libraries.
In order to create a sustainable product, the shell has been designed in such a way that the complete Studio collection can be produced with two mirrored shells. In addition, the shape of the shells and the frame allow these parts to be stacked for space-saving during transport. In accordance with Offecct’s high demands on sustainability, effort has been put into choice of materials, energy, transportation and logistics to assure a product that has a minimal impact on nature.
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Ben van Berkel, Caroline Bos with William de Boer, Mark Anthoni Friedhoff and Marcin Mejsak, Maurits FennisOffecct
Anders Englund with Kurt Tingdal, Annette Mathiesen and Joachim Schubert, Mats Grennfalk
Joining a Chair
Joinery for front and back legs. Threaded bar which will be held in place with epoxy. First dry run of assembly.
Portrait of George 1 by Elyse Hochstadt
Tofu Chair by Leonardo Talarico
TOFU is the provocative chair by Leonardo Talarico. As its name suggests, this piece of furniture is made out of Tofu, one of the most nutrient, soft and ancient aliment. Through a dehydration process and subsequent thermal shock, tofu gains important mechanical properties and it can be used as a structural material. The armchair is treated with a natural colour that is able to change shades of colour based on the acidity of the material.
Pasha by Marco Pocci and Claudio Dondoli
Pasha by Marco Pocci and Claudio Dondoli for Pedrali (2010)
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