Lessons 7 and 8 Flashcards
Who designed the Proust Chair and in what year?
Alessandro Mendini, 1978.
What artistic and literary inspirations influenced the Proust Chair?
Inspired by 18th-century Baroque and Rococo styles, featuring a pointillist pattern inspired by Georges Seurat. Named after writer Marcel Proust.
What materials and craftsmanship techniques are used in the Proust Chair?
Traditionally crafted from carved wood and upholstered with hand-painted fabric using the pointillist technique.
How has the Proust Chair evolved over time?
Reinterpreted in plastic, metal, and fiberglass, maintaining relevance in contemporary design.
What makes the Peacock Chair by Dror Benshetrit unique?
Made from a single sheet of industrial felt with no internal frame, relying on material tension for stability.
What materials are used in the Peacock Chair?
Industrial felt, folded to create volume and structure, and a powder-coated metal base.
What is the main design concept behind the And Sofa?
A curvilinear structure that plays with light and perspective to create an immersive design experience.
What materials are used in the And Sofa?
Molded polyurethane, metal frame, poplar plywood, and aluminum hooks for modular connections.
What is Bokja’s design philosophy?
Blurring the line between art and design, incorporating bold color and texture, and focusing on sustainability and handmade craftsmanship.
How does Bokja contribute to sustainability?
They use traditional craftsmanship and donate part of their proceeds to support local women.
What is special about Designtex’s Wannabe textile?
A felted wall-covering textile made from 100% recycled plastic bottles.
What are the variations of Wannabe Textile?
Flat style, finely patterned Wannabe Rib, and the bolder Wannabe Stripe.
What is Bathtope, and how is it different from a traditional bathtub?
A foldable bathtub made from a single piece of waterproof fabric, designed for compact living spaces.
What materials are used in Bathtope?
Woven polyester coated with polyurethane film for waterproofing.
How does Bathtope contribute to sustainability?
Saves up to 60 liters of water compared to a traditional bathtub.
What is Suntex, and who developed it?
A durable, water-resistant solar textile designed to generate solar energy, developed by Pauline van Dongen.
How can Suntex be applied in architecture?
It can be used to clad entire buildings, turning them into large solar-energy generators.
What innovation has MIT researchers developed for textiles?
A thin and flexible fiber computer that can be woven into clothing.
What components are integrated into the fiber computer?
Sensors, microcontroller, digital memory, battery, LED, light sensors, and Bluetooth connectivity.
How was the fiber computer tested?
Initially in exercise recognition and later in an Arctic research mission for real-time health monitoring.
What makes Floor Skrabanja’s 3D-knitted furniture sustainable?
Made from a single piece of knitted fabric without glue or stitching, allowing for easy disassembly and recycling.
What materials are used in 3D-knitted furniture?
Texturized polyester yarn, chosen for durability and reusability.
What is the main advantage of 3D-knitted textiles in furniture design?
Enables complex, seamless designs that can be reproduced efficiently while maintaining sustainability.
What is Plectere, and who designed it?
A 3D-knitted acoustic curtain by Petra Vonk, designed to serve as a room divider and noise absorber.
What material is used in Plectere?
Thick wool felt, offering both sound absorption and aesthetic flexibility.
How does Plectere contribute to modern office design?
Enhances privacy and sound control while maintaining an open and warm atmosphere.
