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A Handcrafted Bespoke Chair

How to design a chair that best fits with the needs of the user and optimizes the functionality of a sitting device?

Material: 4' x 8' x 0.5" plywood

Method: Mortis and tenon, woodworking, handcrafting

Time: 4 weeks

Utilitarian Design is the key to a well-designed bespoke chair.

User Needs

Human Factors

Aesthetics

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I believe that form follows function. To be truly utilitarian, the design should consider user needs, human factors, and aesthetics.

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Understanding the Context & Use Scenario

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Who:  Industrial design student

Location:  Industrial Design Studio

Needs:  

  • The chair is easy to move around

  • The chair should have storage space

  • The chair is comfortable to sit on

Human Factors in Design

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2 main postures:

  • Sitting up-right

  • Sitting slanted

Unique needs:

  • Require wider seat pan 

  • Adaptive chair back angle

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Desired Aesthetics 

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