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DESIGN NAME:
Exocet
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Multifunctional Chair
INSPIRATION:
It started with a simple questioning. Can we create a long chair offering more than 3 back positions? And can it rock as well? And can it be made of very few pieces? Could a chair be designed using smooth curves instead hard straight lines? And most importantly, can it be simple yet innovative & elegant? I started designing with one obsession using only one basic shape allowing a very efficient fabrication process.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
EXOCET is a new concept chair. Its unique & clever design allows to transform it in order to get the desired shape. The EXOCET is crafted from a single main piece, a slat. A series of identical slats assembly is simply rotated on a cylinder.
OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION:
You can transform it by releasing the pressure with the handle. You move the section around the cylinder to create the desired configuration and you tighten the handle.
PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION:
The project started in July 2014. The first hand made prototype was created in August 2014. The first public exhibition took place in Toronto at the Interior Design Show in January 22 to 25, 2015.
FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY:
Furniture Design
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PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY:
Baltic Birch & Aluminium
SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
Standard chair configuration:
Width: 660 mm, Length: 1524 mm, Height: 1220 mm.
Rocking long chair configuration
Width: 660 mm, Lenght: 2185 mm, Height: 610 mm.
Folded chair configuration
Width: 660 mm, Lenght: 1524 mm, height: 460 mm.
Weight: 68 kg
TAGS:
design, innovation, elegance, style, amazing, less is more, beautiful, clever, rocking long chair, multifunctional
RESEARCH ABSTRACT:
The slat shape was the key element. It was imperative to design the slat so that it would maximize comfort through the various possible positions.
CHALLENGE:
Finding solution to limit friction as much as possible. To select the proper material to produce the cylinder and handles to avoid deterioration.
ADDED DATE:
2015-01-18 18:02:42
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IMAGE CREDITS:
Image #1: Photographer Stéphane Leathead, Exocet, 2014.
Image #2: Photographer Stéphane Leathead, Exocet, 2014.
Image #3: Photographer Stéphane Leathead, Exocet, 2014.
Image #4: Photographer Stéphane Leathead, Exocet, 2014.
Image #5: Photographer Stéphane Leathead, Exocet, 2014.
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| COMMENTS |
| Giulia Esposito |
Comment #1934 on December 24, 2022, 10:12 pm |
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I am absolutely in awe of the Exocet chair designed by Stéphane Leathead. The chair is not only aesthetically pleasing with its creative use of colors and shapes, but also highly functional and multifunctional. It is designed to be ergonomically comfortable for the sitter and provides a great deal of flexibility. The chair can be adjusted to fit different heights, weights, and seating preferences. The design is also incredibly durable and long-lasting, making it an excellent choice for both residential and commercial settings. Truly an impressive piece of furniture design, and I congratulate Stéphane Leathead on winning the A' Design Award for this amazing work.
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| Thomas Anderson |
Comment #19025 on January 3, 2023, 5:57 am |
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I am absolutely mesmerized by this ingenious design! Exocet is the epitome of innovation and elegance. It is amazing to see how the designer has managed to create such a multifunctional chair from a single main piece. The concept of a chair with smooth curves instead of hard straight lines is a revolutionary idea. Not to mention the fact that it offers more than 3 back positions, rocks as well and is made of very few pieces. It is simply amazing! This is a design that is sure to be remembered for a long time.
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| Valentina Rossi |
Comment #22524 on January 3, 2023, 7:04 am |
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This revolutionary design allows for a single main piece to be transformed into a multifunctional chair with smooth curves and maximum comfort. It is an innovative, elegant and efficient solution that is sure to impress.
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| Paul Phillips |
Comment #24713 on January 3, 2023, 7:46 am |
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What an innovative and creative design! The EXOCET is truly a revolutionary concept chair that is able to transform itself into different shapes. It is crafted from a single main piece, a slat, and requires minimal assembly. This clever design is multifunctional, versatile, and allows for a wide range of uses. I am in awe of the sheer ingenuity of this design and am so impressed by its simple yet effective structure. This award-winning work is a testament to the skill and creativity of the designer, and is a true work of art.
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| Patricia Miller |
Comment #24812 on January 3, 2023, 7:48 am |
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The EXOCET is a masterfully designed multifunctional chair that seamlessly blends innovation, elegance and simplicity.
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| Adam Harris |
Comment #25102 on January 3, 2023, 7:54 am |
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I am absolutely amazed by the innovative design of the Exocet Multifunctional Chair! Its unique and clever design allows it to be transformed into the desired shape, while being crafted from a single main piece, a slat. The fact that it can rock and be made of very few pieces is truly impressive! The smooth curves of the chair instead of hard straight lines add an elegant touch. The research and innovation behind this chair is clear, from the slat shape to the selection of the proper materials. This is truly a remarkable piece of furniture design. Great job!
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| Chloe Turner |
Comment #27179 on January 3, 2023, 8:34 am |
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What an amazing piece of furniture design! Exocet by Stéphane Leathead is the perfect example of elegant innovation and simplicity. This multifunctional chair manages to capture the perfect balance between smooth curves and hard straight lines, offering more than three back positions and rocking capabilities. I'm simply amazed at how few pieces were used in its design and construction, creating a modern look with maximum comfort. It's a work of art and a testament to the designer's dedication and skill. Congratulations to Stéphane Leathead for this incredible achievement!
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| Elisabeth Clark |
Comment #27402 on January 3, 2023, 8:39 am |
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I am absolutely amazed by Stéphane Leathead's award-winning work, Exocet! It is clear that a lot of thought and research went into the design and fabrication of this multifunctional chair, and the result is simply outstanding. The creative use of a single main piece, a slat, to achieve a unique shape that offers more than three back positions and rocks as well is truly remarkable. I am so impressed by the efficient fabrication process and the smooth curves that give the chair an elegant and innovative look. Stéphane Leathead deserves full recognition for this incredible work!
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| Mark Allen |
Comment #28438 on January 3, 2023, 8:58 am |
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This unique and cleverly designed multifunctional chair is crafted from a single main piece, a slat. The research behind it to maximize comfort and limit friction is commendable, and the use of Baltic Birch and Aluminium to produce the cylinder and handles is impressive. This chair is a perfect example of how simplicity can be innovative and elegant. Congratulations to the designer of this award-winning work!
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| Elena Petrenko |
Comment #29769 on January 3, 2023, 9:24 am |
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This multifunctional chair is a revolutionary design that combines comfort and innovation with its unique shape and efficient fabrication process.
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| Hien Nguyen |
Comment #74403 on January 4, 2023, 4:48 am |
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I am deeply impressed by Stéphane Leathead's award-winning work of Exocet, a multifunctional chair. It is a remarkable achievement that deserves to be celebrated.
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