The chair explores the relationship between furniture, sculpture and architecture through the repetition of a single geometric element. Its form is defined by a series of curved wooden rings stacked into a compact volume, supported by a delicate grid of slender steel rods. Together, these contrasting materials establish a dialogue between mass and transparency, solidity and lightness.
The overall silhouette subtly references the proportions of the classical Ionic capital, translating an architectural archetype into a contemporary piece of furniture. Rather than reproducing a historical form, the project abstracts its defining geometry, creating an object that evokes architectural memory while remaining distinctly modern.
A key aspect of the design lies in the precisely calibrated gaps between the wooden rings and the steel structure. These intentional voids soften the chair's geometric expression, allowing light to penetrate the composition and creating a sense of visual permeability. As light shifts and the viewer changes position, the repeated rhythm of solid elements and empty spaces generates an evolving interplay of shadow and depth, giving the chair a dynamic spatial presence.
The warm tactile quality of wood is balanced by the precision and structural clarity of steel, emphasizing the contrast between traditional craftsmanship and industrial fabrication. Through the careful assembly of simple, repetitive components, the chair achieves a monumental yet refined character, inviting multiple readings—as a functional object, a sculptural form, and a contemporary interpretation of architectural heritage.
