The Architect's
Chair

A nice innovative idea. The concept is strong as is, but could it be used upside down too? A dual-use quality would open up new possibilities for how the piece is experienced and used. However, a key question remains around the fabrication process. The drawings and description do not make it clear how this would actually be made, and as a result we are left uncertain about how the piece could achieve the seamless finish shown in the renderings. The technical resolution needs to be more explicitly addressed in the documentation.

Very clever design. Functional, simple, and straight to the point. The choice of cork, with a small intervention of wooden elements, is also well considered. They give this minimal and sculptural furniture piece a warm touch. I would have liked to know a bit more about the method of cork processing envisioned. As a second note, I believe that softening the cork edges slightly, especially the top edge, could increase the lifespan of the product considerably.

It is a nice little stool with a clever concept, but it is not striking.

Helical’s basic, obviously functional cylindrical shape creates a stool with a recess that subtly invites discovery of the concealed manual, simple yet innovative height adjustment. The soft, warm tactility of cork will make both seating and height adjustment an enjoyable, silent exercise. Take the wooden pins out, and the rest is a cork monoblock ready for recycling. The project could have been excellent if the method of producing the groove inside the cork cylinder had been explained.

Helical convinces through its simplicity and restrained design. Its clear form allows it to fit naturally into a variety of interiors. The project is easy to understand and use. The manual height-adjustment mechanism is well resolved, and the use of cork provides a comfortable seating experience. One aspect that remains unclear is the manufacturing process. Whether the parts are press-formed or CNC-machined has a significant impact on the project’s sustainability. Overall, the chair presents a thoughtful combination of simplicity, usability, and material quality.

The project presents a simple and well-defined design language, combined with an interesting and intuitive manual height-adjustment mechanism. The use of cork as the primary material is both sustainable and appropriate for a seating object, contributing warmth, tactility, and a distinct material identity. The proposal demonstrates a thoughtful approach to material efficiency and mechanical simplicity, resulting in a concept with a clear and honest character. While the adjustment system and overall construction would benefit from further refinement and validation, the underlying idea is compelling and shows considerable potential. Overall, this is an engaging project that successfully combines sustainability, functionality, and a strong material narrative.

Simplicity at its best. A conceptually interesting idea.

A simple and functional design with broad appeal, suitable for both private and commercial environments. The project is distinguished by its innovative construction method and thoughtful use of sustainable materials.

Strong, bold, and clever. The monolithic and clear sculpture remains in all heights.

The project presents a simple and well-defined design language, combined with an interesting and intuitive manual height-adjustment mechanism. The use of cork as the primary material is both sustainable and appropriate for a seating object, contributing warmth, tactility, and a distinct material identity. The proposal demonstrates a thoughtful approach to material efficiency and mechanical simplicity, resulting in a concept with a clear and honest character. While the adjustment system and overall construction would benefit from further refinement and validation, the underlying idea is compelling and shows considerable potential. Overall, this is an engaging project that successfully combines sustainability, functionality, and a strong material narrative.

The project presents a chair with a strong and distinctive character, combining a clear architectural expression with significant industrial potential. Its aesthetic qualities are well balanced, allowing it to function convincingly in both contract and residential settings while maintaining a recognizable design identity. The construction appears feasible for production, and the use of bent veneer contributes to a coherent relationship between form and manufacturing. With minor refinements, particularly regarding veneer thicknesses and structural optimization, the proposal could be further strengthened. Overall, the project offers a convincing interpretation of The Architect’s Chair, successfully balancing form, function, and market relevance.

Modern, minimal, and multiple. Simplicity taken to the next level. Minimal use of materials, easy to flat-pack and upcycle. It looks really comfortable too.

The project presents a chair with a strong and distinctive character, combining a clear architectural expression with significant industrial potential. Its aesthetic qualities are well balanced, allowing it to function convincingly in both contract and residential settings while maintaining a recognizable design identity. The construction appears feasible for production, and the use of bent veneer contributes to a coherent relationship between form and manufacturing. With minor refinements, particularly regarding veneer thicknesses and structural optimization, the proposal could be further strengthened. Overall, the project offers a convincing interpretation of The Architect’s Chair, successfully balancing form, function, and market relevance.

A refreshing and innovative approach to the world of cantilever chairs. Behind its seemingly simple aesthetic, Cantilever carries some very well thought-out and carefully resolved construction details, from the way the upholstered piece is attached to the plywood shell to the spacers connecting the seat and backrest modules. I believe there is no real need for the change of thickness in the plywood shell. A continuous 15 mm thickness would probably be more than enough structurally and would reduce manufacturing costs and material waste considerably.

The back of the chair is really the face of the chair, and this chair is very beautiful when seen from behind. A big plus for providing comfort to the body. This is a chair with proper body support.

The construction approach is genuinely interesting and shows a good level of consideration. The details and joinery have been thought through carefully. The piece feels well rounded, nicely finished, well considered in its conception, and genuinely beautiful.

The Cantilever Chair works both as a standalone sculptural object and in repetition as auditorium seating, integrating quietly into a wide range of architectural contexts. Its ergonomically resolved, structurally bent molded wood elements create a comfortable seating position, subtly supported by minimal cushioning. The clear breakdown into a few components gives the design strong practical value for transport and supports sustainable long-term use.

A very strong and clear solution with contemporary simplicity. With only two pieces, it still holds a desirable complexity and looks intriguing from all angles. The thin refined cushion adds a lot to its versatility and presence.

What kind of eco-friendliness and sustainability can we talk about when the other three chairs could be made out of this volume of timber, a precious white oak, consumed for La Chair?

A well-resolved design that balances simplicity, craftsmanship, and functionality. The innovative assembly system and interchangeable leather seat give the chair a unique and adaptable identity.

The overall shape is simple, clean, and confident, which works in its favor. The one question we would raise is whether the magnet is truly necessary. Its presence is not immediately justified by the design logic, and removing it could actually strengthen the piece by making it feel more elemental and pure. Less might be more here.

The project presents an intriguing exploration of how materials, structure, and function can interact to create a distinctive seating experience. The composition of the chair reveals a thoughtful balance between solid and suspended elements, generating a rich dialogue between the wooden frame and the leather seat. The construction has a strong graphic presence, with carefully considered intersections, angles, and details that invite closer inspection. This layered approach gives the chair a unique character while maintaining a clear structural logic. Overall, the proposal demonstrates a creative and engaging interpretation of the brief, combining material sensitivity with a strong architectural expression.

The project presents an intriguing exploration of how materials, structure, and function can interact to create a distinctive seating experience. The composition of the chair reveals a thoughtful balance between solid and suspended elements, generating a rich dialogue between the wooden frame and the leather seat. The construction has a strong graphic presence, with carefully considered intersections, angles, and details that invite closer inspection. This layered approach gives the chair a unique character while maintaining a clear structural logic. Overall, the proposal demonstrates a creative and engaging interpretation of the brief, combining material sensitivity with a strong architectural expression.

Inspired by traditional Korean architectural forms, this chair captivates with its clean and minimalist design. The project successfully combines simple construction, efficient manufacturing, and a consistent design language. The removable seat attachment is a clever detail that allows for easy repair or replacement of the leather component, thereby increasing the chair’s durability. Based on the images, it is difficult to assess whether the crossbars on the lower legs and back create pressure points or restrict ergonomics.

The Jige Chair draws from the structural logic and visual language of the traditional Korean jige, reinterpreting this vernacular carrying tool as a contemporary seating object. The design translates the original object’s distinctive tripod-like stability, diagonal bracing, and structural efficiency into a chair defined by lightness, openness, and material restraint. Built from a minimal set of wooden elements with a woven seat surface, the chair balances structural clarity with visual softness, combining curved and linear geometries to create a calm but distinctive presence. Traditional craft techniques, particularly the woven seating surface, introduce warmth and tactile richness while reinforcing the project’s cultural grounding. By merging vernacular references with a refined contemporary aesthetic, the chair develops a strong identity rooted equally in craftsmanship, structural expression, and functional simplicity.

A clear idea makes for a clear design that somehow echoes the classic Vienna chair. The Jige Chair fits well within the category. The slender curved backpiece, as much a handle as a back support, combined with the wide seat, creates an open, transparent, and appealing construction. Perhaps the seat is slightly too generous in terms of seat-depth ergonomics. It successfully combines a historic reference and a specific cultural reference into a piece that feels contemporary.

This project offers a successful reinterpretation of the traditional Korean Jige. Traditional craftsmanship has been respectfully adapted and translated into a contemporary design language. The chair is characterized by structural integrity and visual lightness. Overall, the project strikes a successful balance between tradition, construction, and modern form.

The round shape, reduced construction, and natural materials give the Jige Chair a friendly and calm character. Its tripod-based frame establishes a clear structural essence, creating openness and visual lightness that is reinforced by the woven seat. Traditional craftsmanship, particularly the Saekki-kkogi straw weaving, introduces a warm, natural material quality, rooted in Korean tradition while transforming the chair into a universal contemporary object.

A simple and geometrical solution that introduces a natural ergonomic quality.