Transparent
Chair for Lu Xun Academy of Fine Arts
Design inspiration is from the significant philosophy of East Asian culture which is called Zen. Zen has a saying that empty is there, not empty is not there. the concept was melted into this series of design, the overall shape of the idea of round, simple, smooth, empty, using ofrosted plexiglass to create a fine water feel, increasing the appreciation and safety of furniture. This furniture suits for a variety of using environments.
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Transparent Chair Press Releases
Press releases for Transparent are now accessible in these languages: English.
Transparent Chair Media Articles
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Unique Properties
Break through is a original manufacturing process, using 3D printing technology design furniture, the entire physical curve beautiful, smooth surface and hard texture. The material is frosted plexiglass, the whole shape adopts round appearance, the circular base of geometric figure increases its stability, and the arc of shape increases its comfort. The whole design combines the Zen concept, showing unique spirituality and quietness, creating a sense of tranquility, ease and peace for the space.
Tags
plexiglass, 3D printing, simplicity, leisure, meditation
Production Technology
As a whole, plexiglass material, using 3 D printing technology to print, not limited by the traditional processing technology, and has beautiful curved surface modeling.
Design Challenge
Breaking the traditional manufacturing technology and adopting 3 D printing technology, the whole design emphasizes the rationality of function, pays attention to the combination of oriental traditional Zen culture and aesthetics, advocates simplicity and emptiness in modeling, and makes the function and form of products reach a high degree of unity.
Project Duration
Started in Shenyang in September 2020, completed in Shenyang in October 2020.
Operation Flow
Single chair can be used for one person, seat back structure is conducive to supporting the spine, suitable for people to rest, bench can be used for many people to rest and ride, coffee table can be used for placing items, practical, suitable for use in a variety of environments.The whole series of hollow middle position can be used to store items, widely used.
Research
The whole design is integrated into the Zen in the traditional culture of the East, and the whole pursuit is round, simple and empty, which creates the beauty of silence on the basis of conforming to the production technology and process today.
Inspiration
Design inspiration comes from the important philosophy of Oriental traditional culture which is Zen. Zen has a saying that empty is there, not empty is not there. the concept was melted into this series of design, the overall shape of the idea of round, simple, empty, the overall use of frosted plexiglass to create a fine water feel, increase the appreciation and safety of furniture, suitable for a variety of use environment.
Project Overview
Transparent Chair has been a Silver winner in the Furniture Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
Image Credits
For design images and photos please credit Wei Jingye.
Silver Recognition
Wei Jingye was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work Transparent Chair.
Wei Jingye Press Releases
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Introducing "Transparent" - A Zen-Inspired Chair Series by Wei Jingye
Wei Jingye's "Transparent" chair series, inspired by Zen philosophy, combines traditional Oriental culture with modern design to create a unique and tranquil furniture collection.
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