The Wink Collection Chair by Frans Schrofer - Studio Schrofer |
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| DESIGN NAME: The Wink Collection PRIMARY FUNCTION: Chair INSPIRATION: A wink, to tantalize. A visual cue to flirt and attract. An elliptical eye shaped wooden back rest upon finely shaped feminine legs. An embodiment of feminine charms: glimmer, elegance, and strength. The anodized metal casting part adds shine and strength to the seat back, legs are thinly tapered to provide lift and lightness. Armrest detailing of an upper and lower parts provide the embrace. Sustainably sourced Beech or Ash woods are available for the desired warmth and color. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Wink employs a combination of CNC technology and traditional wood working skills to achieve the convex elliptical eye shaped backrest and slender massive wooden legs. The anodized metal casting parts between the backrest and frame accentuates the light, transparent construction and design. The oblong signature jeweled accessory continues through the collection: dining, lounge, and bar chairs. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: The back is ergonomically curved and shaped to enable guests to nourish long conversations, diners to linger over multiple course dinners, or professionals cherishing cocktails. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: Wink collection is manufactured in Rebordosa, Portugal. The project is finished and introduced to the market in 2021. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Furniture Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: JMS continues to master wood materials by using CNC technology combined with traditional wood working skills. This melding of machine and man create new eye popping designs with a contemporary twist leading to a signature style. The slender massive wooden legs of Wink and the convex elliptical eye shaped backrest is a result of This play of technology and tradition. The backrest can be upholstered with foam backing to enhance comfort or in massive wood. Available in oak, birch or walnut woods. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Dining Chair Dimensions: Height: 825 mm Width: 481 mm Depth: 488 mm Seat height: 439 mm Height of armrest: 653 mm TAGS: Dining Chair, Lounge Chair, Bar Stool, Wooden Chair, JMS, Studio Schrofer, Furniture RESEARCH ABSTRACT: - CHALLENGE: To achieve the desired transparency and lightness so that the inherent properties of each material can be enhanced, each element needed to be separately addressed but solved as one entity. Adding a cast metal part in manufacturing process, optimizes production by upholstering the back rest separately while adding strength to its connection to the wooden frame. These designed elements would prevent the heavy appearance of typical massive wooden chairs. ADDED DATE: 2021-06-23 17:48:55 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : IMAGE CREDITS: Image 1#: Photographer JMS, Wink Dining, 2021. Image 2#: Photographer JMS, Wink Lounge, 2021. Image 3#: Photographer Paulo Carvalho, Wink Lounge, 2021. Image 4#: Photographer Paulo Carvalho, Wink Dining, 2021. |
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NAME: J. Moreira da Silva & Filhos S.A. PROFILE: JMS is a Portuguese furniture brand, located in Rebordosa. JMS looks into the future in the certainty of its history and tradition. Its mission is to add value for our customers and shareholders in our activities of design, development, the manufacturing and trading of chairs and tables, through continuous improvement of quality and competitiveness and partnerships with the stakeholders. |
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The Wink Collection Chair by Frans Schrofer-Studio Schrofer is Winner in Furniture Design Category, 2021 - 2022.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Frans Schrofer - Studio Schrofer. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Frans Schrofer - Studio Schrofer. |
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