Lunar Adirondack Chair by Soranan Harnjaroen

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DESIGN DETAILS

DESIGN NAME:
Lunar

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Adirondack Chair

INSPIRATION:
Inspired by stealth fighter jets, and passion for sustainability for the world. How can we elevate our environment and give spaces a new atmosphere with glamour, both unique and extraordinary? The design should be sustainable that can last for a long time with minimal maintenance effort.

UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The chair is a 100 percent recyclable aluminum, highly sustainable Adirondack chair with an adjustable footrest. The matching footrest can be reversed and stored under the seat to reduce the footprint. The extended arm and backrest are providing comfort ergonomic. The aluminum backrest also allows slight flex. The chair is designed from folding aluminum sheets, welded corners, polished smooth finish on contact surfaces, polished mirror shine for exterior surfaces, low maintenance, and easy to clean.

OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION:
The chair is ideal for the shaded outdoor environment, balcony, poolside, yacht, beach. Not suitable in direct sunlight. The chair is low maintenance and easy to clean. The footrest can be reverse and stored under the chair to minimize the footprint while not in use. Wipe down with a cloth or simply spray down with water for cleaning.

PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION:
The project took roughly two months from research, designs, mockups, and final execution.

FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY:
Furniture Design

PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY:
Material: Aluminum 6061-T6 The aluminum sheets are cut with Waterjet, pre-grooved folding corners to create defined lines, TIG weld for structural strengths at all folding lines. Buffed to satin on inner contact surface seated or resting on, and polished to a chrome-like on exterior surfaces.

SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
Overall dimensions - Width 1030mm x Depth 1200mm x Height 939mm - Seat width 584mm - Seat depth 457mm - Backrest height 812mm - Seat height from floor 304mm - Armrest height from floor 482mm

TAGS:
aluminum, plane, aerospace, adirondack, chair

RESEARCH ABSTRACT:
Choosing the suitable material is the drive for this project with sustainability in mind. The material must be recyclable and require minimal maintenance for a design to last. Aluminum, which is found in most packaging, is highly ideal. Various types of aluminum have been studied and tested. Remarkably, 6061-T6 aluminum is 100 percent recyclable with no quality downgrade. The recycling process of 6061-T6 aluminum uses only 5 percent of the energy required to manufacture it. 6061-T6 aluminum is also non-toxic, green, and easy to clean. That means 100 percent of the chair can be recycled. Aluminum is low maintenance. It is also weather-proof, resistant to rust in the salt air, which allows it to be used in different climates. Therefore combining all the properties together can be concluded that 6061-T6 aluminum is ideal for this project. Additionally, researches for ergonomics and measurements for the chair are conducted. A mockup adjustable chair was used to find the comfortable seating and backrest degree for a seating position laid back and lower to the ground. Multiple measurements were trialed to test with various adult participants with different heights and ethnicity. As for adjustability and avoiding discomfort from scratching the calf or thigh while seating, a seat depth at 457mm will leave plenty of room for the legs. Making a separated footrest will create the gap that will prevent the issues while also providing adjustable comfort placement for different leg lengths. The study concluded with the seating angle with the most comfort is at 107 degrees with 457mm seat depth and seat width at 584mm. All exposed edges are rounded for safety. In conclusion, using all the studies' findings combined created a highly sustainable, 100 recyclable, and comfortable design.

CHALLENGE:
The design challenge is to use one single material shaped into a piece of furniture. The form appears as if it was made from one aluminum sheet, folded, welded, and polished to create the final product. A choice of material that will withstand the environment and time. The design requires significant craftsmanship and aluminum welding experience from the maker. The chair's production requires water-jet and edge polishing to achieve clean edges that are safe to the touch. One of the most challenging issues is making the chair comfortable and inviting to be seated. The ergonimics undergo a variety of tests and prototypes to achieve comfort. To further improve the design, an aluminum finish can be applied to extend the surface finishes' lifespan. An extra cushion over the seat will significantly improve comfort.

ADDED DATE:
2020-10-18 08:38:22

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CLIENT/STUDIO/BRAND DETAILS

NAME:
Soranan Harnjaroen

PROFILE:
Lunar Ivy Design is a California-based studio by Furniture Designer Soranan Harnjaroen (Todd). Graduated from the Academy of Art University, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Industrial Design and The Savannah College of Art and Design, Master of Arts, Furniture Design. He has always been interested in engineering and efficiency in designs. His designs aim to tackle issues that highlight social responsibility, functionality, and user experience while also filling them with his own artistic passions.

AWARD DETAILS
	Lunar Adirondack Chair by Soranan Harnjaroen is Runner-up for A' Design Award in Furniture Design Category, 2020 - 2021. · Read the interview with designer Soranan Harnjaroen for design Lunar here. · Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Soranan Harnjaroen. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Soranan Harnjaroen.