The Broccoli: A Revolution in Chair Design

Jie Luo's Award-Winning Design Expands Interaction Possibilities

Reimagining the traditional form of chairs, designer Jie Luo introduces 'The Broccoli', an innovative design that challenges the norms and offers a unique three-dimensional interaction experience. This design, which won the Golden A' Furniture Design Award in 2017, is a testament to Luo's ingenuity and creativity.

Inspired by a simple question about the form of a chair, Luo embarked on a journey to explore the potential of a chair's back being an object rather than a plane. The result was a design that not only challenged the conventional form of chairs but also expanded the possibilities of user interaction. 'The Broccoli' has no defined front, back, left, or right, thus encouraging users to interact with it in various ways and enhancing their experience.

The uniqueness of 'The Broccoli' lies in its ability to provoke human activity. By expanding the interaction between the user and the chair from two dimensions to three, Luo's design offers a multitude of possibilities for action. This innovative approach to furniture design encourages people to use the chair in various ways, thereby enriching their experience and interaction with the object.

'The Broccoli' is a testament to Luo's mastery of design realization technology. The chair is made by sewing fabric and stuffing it with polypropylene cotton to create the pillow, which is then tied to the chair's stainless steel tube with cotton thread. The technical specifications of the design, including its dimensions and materials, reflect Luo's meticulous attention to detail and commitment to creating a product that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Despite the challenges faced in joining the pillow and the chair to create a comfortable, strong, and flexible environment while maintaining an appealing appearance, Luo succeeded in creating a design that is both practical and visually appealing. 'The Broccoli' is a testament to Luo's ability to overcome creative and technical challenges to produce a design that is both innovative and functional.

With 'The Broccoli', Luo has not only redefined the form of a chair but also expanded the possibilities of user interaction. This innovative design, which has been recognized with the prestigious Golden A' Furniture Design Award, is a testament to Luo's creativity and ingenuity. 'The Broccoli' is not just a chair, but a revolution in furniture design that challenges the norms and offers a unique three-dimensional interaction experience.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Jie Luo
Image Credits: photographer: Jie Luo
Project Team Members: Jie Luo
Project Name: the Broccoli
Project Client: Jie Luo


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