Design of a Postmodern Couch
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The document outlines the design process for a postmodern couch tailored for students utilizing the den lambda space, emphasizing flexibility, modularity, and postmodern aesthetics. Key specifications include lightweight construction, space efficiency, comfort, and a cost-effective production under Rs. 15,000. The final design integrates traditional 'khatiya' elements to promote functionality for discussions while adhering to postmodern principles.
Design of a Postmodern Couch
- 1. Design of a Postmodern Couch
- 2. Why?Why Postmodernism?The FreedomRebelliousRelates to ‘design’ studentsEmotionalWhy a couch?Need
- 3. HowDesign Process followedIncorporation of PostmodernismDesign BriefNeed StatementInspirationUser StudySpecifications & ConstraintsIdeationFinal ConceptConcept RefinementModelingPrototyping
- 4. Design Brief Designing a couch using principles of postmodernism and modularity for students who use Den Lambda.Objectives:To understand post modernist theory and how it works in the context of Furniture Design as well as space management.
- 5. Need Statement To Design a Post Modern Couch for Students by using elements of a traditional ‘khatiya’ which will be used for discussion and resting.
- 6. Inspiration Play of Sunlight in Voids
- 8. Ornamental yet functional legs
- 9. Specific colors of structural elements
- 10. Recurrence of elements within a piece
- 11. Tactful use of dissimilar elements
- 12. Harmony through sensitive balance
- 13. A symmetry in various asymmetriesUser Study - Behavior of the students utilizing Den Lambda was observed to come up with specifications and constraints for the project. - The students hold discussions quite often. - The furniture are moved around a lot.- Some students work overnight and rest occasionally for short periods.- While working students prefer to take notes of discussions. Laptops are also often used.
- 14. Specifications & ConstraintsSitting and RestingFlexible in movement LightweightShould facilitate use of laptopEasy to manufactureShould follow PostmodernismShould be conductive for discussionsShould stay true to local valuesCost EffectiveSpace EfficientComfortableAestheticCater to the style consciousness of the young user group.Should raise curiosity about postmodernist principles.
- 15. Specifications & ConstraintsSitting and RestingFlexible in movement
- 16. LightweightShould facilitate use of laptopEasy to manufactureShould follow PostmodernismShould be conductive for discussionsShould stay true to local valuesCost Effective
- 17. Space EfficientComfortableAestheticCater to the style consciousness of the young user group.Should raise curiosity about postmodernist principles.
- 18. QuantificationSitting and Resting: It should cater to 3 to 8 peopleFlexible in Movement: It should be modular in nature
- 19. At least 3 movable units shall be incorporated Should facilitate use of laptop: 1 to 2 laptopsCost Effective : Less than Rs. 15,000.Space Efficient: Less than 7ft X 5ft (the space currently available in the Den).
- 20. Material ExplorationMaterials used: Mahua, Sesum, Seem, BaboolAlternate materials used: Coconut Leftover, Munj, PatavaPrice Range: Rs 300 - Rs 800 For Sesum khatiya: Rs, 1200-1800Dimensions: 6’6” X 3’ X 1’ 6”6’X 4’ X 1’6”Details of manufacturing:Adhvain knot is usedMinimum use of nailsBall and socket JointsTongue and Groove Joints
- 21. Ideation
- 24. Concept FinalizationThe design that sufficed most of the specifications and constraints was finalized.The design also facilitated modularity with pronounced postmodern appealBy adopting angular geometries, the design became more flexible. This also endorsed Postmodern values to the furniture significantly.This also allowed a more efficient space management compared to other forms. The inspirational details of Khatiya were satisfactorily integrated in the final design.
- 25. Concept RefinementMaterial for seating has been revised. Earlier Plastic threads were to be used. However, to make the seats more comfortable, elastic ropes have been proposed.The corner in the larger seating, i.e. seating no. 4 has been rearranged.Color palettes for enhancing the Post modernist appearance of the furniture have been selected. Color coding has been provided to make sure that the modular units of the furniture are placed back correctly without confusion.
- 26. Colors Selection
- 27. Modelingbaithak
- 28. PrototypeMockup of the designMaterials Used:- Woolen Threads,Medium density fibre 6mm High density polyethelene Chloroform (Adhesive)
- 29. THANK YOU……