Swing Ao Stool by Takusei Kajitani

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DESIGN DETAILS
DESIGN NAME:
Swing Ao

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Stool

INSPIRATION:
The most chair have been designed on the idea that sitting is a static movement despite the human body is designed to move. It forces our body to stay rigid for a long time, accelerating our body's dis-activation. Swing is designed for solving this problem with a tension structure that allows the seat to move freely in conjunction with the movement of the sitter's pelvis like a small swing. You can enjoy a floating sensation with activating your body's functions with this stool.

UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Swing is designed with a tension structure that allows the seat to move freely in conjunction with the movement of the sitter's pelvis. As a result, you can enjoy a floating sensation, and it promotes the movement of the pelvis, spine, and surrounding muscles, thereby activating your body's functions like playing on a small swing. And you can also sit on it as a regular stool with an 8-degree angle seat to maintain a healthy posture that prevents hunching over.

OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION:
This is a stool that can be used in two sitting modes: dynamic and static.When sitting dynamically, you sit in such a way that the rod extending under the seat touches the hole for penetration in the base parts as little as possible, and move your pelvis, hip joints, and spine to enjoy the swing of the seat. Enjoy dynamic sitting when you want to sit back or change your mind.When sitting statically, sit leaning forward so that the rod extending under the seat touches the hole. You can sit in a straight posture because the seat is fixed at an angle of about 8 degrees.

PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION:
Swing project started as The Chair for Athlete project in Tokyo in April 2021, and the initial model of Swing was completed in November 2021.

FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY:
Furniture Design

PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY:
Swing consists of an upper seat structure, a lower leg structure, and a suspension material that connects both of them. A plurality of suspension materials connected to the leg structure suspend a rod extending downward from the seat structure. The rod of the seat structure passes through a hole arranged in the center of the top panel of the leg structure. The diameter of the hole in the leg structure is larger than the diameter of the rod in the seat structure, and the user can move the seat freely within the difference in diameters.

SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
Diameter 300mm x Height 450mm, made of solid black cherry wood with indigo-dyed finish collaborated with Ao team in Tokyo. The suspension material is 3mm rope for dinghy. The seat is upholstered with artificial leather over 60mm thick urethane cushion.

TAGS:
Athlete, Health, Body balance, Stool, Chair, Swing, Dynamic, Tensegrity, Tension

RESEARCH ABSTRACT:
I referred to The Alexander Technique For Musicians by Peter Buckoke for information on how to use the human body. In particular, I focused on the importance of the sense of balance that we unconsciously have. For the design of the suspension structure, I took a hint from Tensegrity by Buckminster Fuller.

CHALLENGE:
First of all, I wondered if it would be possible to develop a chair that would benefit athletes and stimulate their athletic sense. And I began to study body manipulation and body structure, then became interested in the changes in body structure during the process of human evolution, or the functional significance of the missing tail. At that time, I realized that the sense of balance in the body is very important for athletes. And the image of Swing was coming to me.

ADDED DATE:
2022-02-03 04:10:22

TEAM MEMBERS (2) :
Ao Designer: Yoh Miyachi and Craftsman: Ryosuke Tanaka

IMAGE CREDITS:
Image #1-5: Photographer Yoko Inoue, Variations, 2022.

PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS:
Design registration pending. Takusei Kajitani. Certificate of Design Registration, Japan Patent Office.

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CLIENT/STUDIO/BRAND DETAILS
NAME:
Consentable

PROFILE:
Our vision is to innovate the daily lives of modern intellectuals using various devices to be simple by Japanese sensibility. We convey two meanings in this coined word of Consentable. One is Able to be connected to Concent which means outlet in Japan, and the other is Able to be agreed. With this concept at the core, we will be designing and producing various types of digital life furniture with Japanese craftsmanship.



NOMINATION DETAILS

Swing Ao Stool by Takusei Kajitani is a Nominee in Furniture Design Category.

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AWARD DETAILS

Swing Ao Stool by Takusei Kajitani is Winner in Furniture Design Category, 2021 - 2022.



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COMMENTS
Giulia Esposito Comment #15104 on December 27, 2022, 11:35 pm
What an outstanding piece of design! "Swing Ao" is a truly unique and eye-catching stool that not only looks great, but also serves a practical purpose. The sturdy and minimal design is sure to make a statement in any home and will be the perfect addition to any modern interior. I'm sure it will become a statement piece in many living rooms and bedrooms. Kudos to Takusei Kajitani for creating such an impressive piece of furniture design.
Paul Williams Comment #64155 on January 3, 2023, 11:59 pm
Swing Ao is an incredible example of good design! Its tension structure allows for a floating sensation and promotes healthy movement of the pelvis, spine, and surrounding muscles. By taking a hint from Tensegrity by Buckminster Fuller and referring to the Alexander Technique for Musicians, Takusei Kajitani has created an innovative stool that encourages both a healthy posture and dynamic movement. The seat can be used as a regular stool with an 8-degree angle to prevent hunching over, yet it can also be used as a small swing to activate the user’s body functions. Swing Ao is truly a remarkable design and it is no surprise that it has been awarded with the A' Design Award for Furniture Design!
Paul Phillips Comment #75062 on January 4, 2023, 5:07 am
What an incredible design! I'm in awe of Takusei Kajitani's innovative "Swing Ao" - a stool that incorporates a tension structure to create a floating sensation. Not only does this promote movement of the pelvis, spine, and surrounding muscles, but it also encourages a healthy posture that prevents hunching over. It's no wonder that this work has been awarded the A' Design Award for Furniture Design. Definitely a must-have for any design enthusiast!
Elena Petrenko Comment #78262 on January 4, 2023, 6:46 am
Swing Ao is a revolutionary furniture design that encourages movement and promotes healthy posture while providing a floating sensation.
Adam Harris Comment #85459 on January 4, 2023, 11:55 am
I am absolutely delighted to see such a creative and thoughtful design being honored with an A' Design Award! Swing Ao is a remarkable work that demonstrates an innovative approach to furniture design. Its tension structure allows for a smooth motion that activates the body's functions and promotes a healthy posture. Takusei Kajitani's in-depth research into the use of the human body is clearly evident in this award-winning design. This is truly an inspiring example of good design, and I congratulate Takusei Kajitani for their success!
Chloe Turner Comment #91564 on January 4, 2023, 6:12 pm
I am in awe of Takusei Kajitani's award-winning work "Swing Ao"! This innovative stool design thoughtfully considers the body's need to move and creates an environment that encourages activation of the body's functions. The tension structure allows for a unique floating sensation that allows users to take full advantage of the design's purpose. I'm so impressed with the creativity and innovation of this design, and I'm thrilled that it was recognized with an A' Design Award!
Mark Allen Comment #93698 on January 4, 2023, 8:53 pm
Congratulations to the designer of this inspirational work for winning the A' Design Award in Furniture Design Category! The creative tension structure of this work allows for a floating sensation, activating the body's functions like a small swing. Furthermore, it has been designed to maintain a healthy posture and prevent hunching over. The research behind this award-winning work, including the Alexander Technique and Tensegrity, makes this an impressive and unique piece of furniture design.
Elisabeth Clark Comment #94601 on January 4, 2023, 10:24 pm
I am truly inspired by Takusei Kajitani's award-winning work, Swing Ao. It is an innovative, creative and thoughtful design that perfectly combines function and form. The tension structure that allows the seat to move freely in conjunction with the movement of the sitter's pelvis is truly remarkable, and the 8-degree angle seat that promotes a healthy posture is a great addition to the design. I appreciate the research behind the design and the insight Takusei Kajitani took from The Alexander Technique and Tensegrity to make this piece a reality. Swing Ao is a wonderful example of good design and I am delighted to congratulate Takusei Kajitani on their success in winning the A' Design Award.

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