Fun Furniture

When I embarked on this thesis project, my goal was to revolutionize the concept of furniture by infusing it with life, functionality, and interactivity. I recognized that traditional furniture often served a limited purpose, either providing support or simply serving as aesthetic additions to a space. However, I aimed to go beyond these conventional roles and create furniture that would truly enhance people's lives. 

Throughout the development of this project, I took on a creative exploration that involved extensive experimentation with unconventional materials. Drawing inspiration from the world of toys, I delved into a wide range of materials to bring a distinct character to my furniture designs. By utilizing plastic, rubber, and latex balloons as my starting point, I filled them with a captivating array of substances. From slime and play foam to clay, kinetic sand, oobleck (cornstarch + water), soap, glue, fake snow, water, and even monkey string, a popular fidget toy, 

I took a fresh perspective on furniture, reimagining it as a dynamic tool to revolutionize waiting rooms and create spaces of comfort and engagement. The inspiration struck during a concept creating activity I organized with my peers, where I challenged them to envision the epitome of comfortable furniture. To my surprise, one person sketched a playful chair resembling a ziplock bag filled with potato salad, which sparked a cascade of thoughts in my mind. 

I sought to design furniture that not only occupied physical space but also utilized that space more efficiently, making it more useful and engaging. My vision was to develop furniture that would be more than just objects, but rather companions that actively contributed to users' well-being and experiencesMotivated by the potential for furniture to become alive and interactive, I set out on a journey of exploration and experimentation. 

I set out to uncover the unique tactile qualities and sensory experiences offered by each material. Additionally, I explored the use of cotton, both independently and in fabric pouches, to investigate its textural and comforting properties. This process of material experimentation allowed me to create furniture that not only delighted the senses but also introduced a playful and engaging element to the user experience.

This whimsical concept led me to contemplate the sensory experience of stress balls and fidget toys. Recognizing their tactile and soothing qualities, I embarked on a captivating exploration that transformed into a captivating journey of fusing functionality, comfort, and playfulness. This evolution birthed my unique vision of furniture as a means of sensory engagement, captivating both the imagination and physical senses