Matweave Outdoor Bench by Jia Cing, Qian Han and Shang Zhe |
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| DESIGN NAME: Matweave PRIMARY FUNCTION: Outdoor Bench INSPIRATION: We hope to use the new material of microcrystalline wood to explore how to combine natural texture with hand-woven to design an outdoor seat with both functionality and aesthetics. Through weaving and thermoplastic techniques, the wood presents a natural flowing form, and at the same time has practical characteristics such as weather resistance and comfort. I hope that "MatWeave Bench " is not only a seat, but also can become an outdoor space, integrated with the environment, full of vitality, UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Matweave Bench features hand-woven microcrystalline wood with a unique texture and fluid form. Heated and shaped for a soft, natural curve, it challenges the perception of rigid wood. Designed for outdoor durability, it is waterproof, corrosion-resistant, and withstands harsh weather. Its layered material interacts with light, offering a sensory blend of nature and technology, enhancing both visual and tactile experiences. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: It is actually very simple to use Matweave Bench. The chair itself is lightweight and can be carried directly to the outdoor space you want to place, such as courtyards, balconies or parks. After placing it, the chair can be used directly without additional assembly or adjustment. The braided design of the chair surface provides natural support and a comfortable sitting feeling. After sitting down, you can easily relax your body along the streamlined outline of the chair. In terms of cleaning, you only need to simply wipe the dust or dirt on the surface with a wet cloth. It is also very convenient to maintain at ordinary times. No special maintenance is required. Even if it is outdoors for a long time, it can still maintain good condition and beauty. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project was started in July 2024, completed on March 2025, first debut in Tainan Mitsukoshi Department store in March 2025. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Furniture Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: When producing this work, we make full use of the unique characteristics of microcrystalline wood to make it plastic by heating, so that it can be adjusted in shape. Then, we combine the mold and high-pressure process to make the material mold a stable and design-like structure after pressure and finally present the ideal shape and texture. This production method not only shows the plasticity and ductility of microcrystalline wood but also ensures the stability and beauty of the finished product. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Width 185mm x Depth 60mm x Height 45mm TAGS: Microcrystalline wood, weaving, bending, seat design, outdoor, product design, material application RESEARCH ABSTRACT: This research takes microcrystalline wood as the main material, explores the possibility of its application in outdoor furniture, and creates an outdoor seat Matweave bench with a sense of natural flow through weaving and thermoplastic molding techniques. During the research process, experiments were carried out on the flexibility, weather resistance and plasticity of microcrystalline wood to verify the feasibility of its suitability for outdoor environments. By combining natural elements and ergonomics, a chair with both structural beauty and practical functions is designed, so that the product can not only integrate with the natural environment but also provide users with a comfortable sitting feeling. The final results prove that microcrystalline wood has the potential to extend to outdoor furniture and space design. CHALLENGE: Due to the need for hot pressing and forming, the material must be quickly put into the mold and exert sufficient pressure after heating to ensure the forming effect. High-quality molds can improve the fineness of pressing and make the finished product look better. However, due to budget constraints, the overall aesthetics may be affected. ADDED DATE: 2025-03-30 00:58:45 TEAM MEMBERS (6) : Instructor: Chungsheng Chen, Designer: Jiacing Tu, Designer: Qianhan Chen, Designer: Shangzhe Cai, Designer: Hsinyu Li and Tainan University of Technology/Product Design Department IMAGE CREDITS: Image/Photo: Jiacing Tu, Qianhan Chen, Shangzhe Cai, Hsinyu Li |
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NAME: Tainan University of Technology/Product Design Deparment PROFILE: Established in 1965, Tainan University of Technology is an university with “cultural creativity” as the core value, they devote themselves to educate talents with the ability of “applicable practicing” and “humanistic technology” that conforms to the needs of the society and the industries. To fulfill this goal, they are positioned and advancing to a technology university of “cultural and creative teachings.” |
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Matweave Outdoor Bench by Jia Cing, Qian Han and Shang Zhe is Winner in Furniture Design Category, 2024 - 2025.· Read the interview with designer Jia Cing, Qian Han and Shang Zhe for design Matweave here.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Jia Cing, Qian Han and Shang Zhe. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Jia Cing, Qian Han and Shang Zhe. |
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