nava
4 weeks
a marriage of contemporary and classical aesthetics
THE INTERSECTION OF ANCIENT WOODWORKING AND MODERN TRENDS
Materials: wood, bone/ivory, cotton cloth
Rasa and cybersigilism are two aesthetics, created thousands of years apart, but have many similarities. The common curves and spikes, intricate patterns, symmetry, and carved motifs inspired me to explore how I could combine the precolonial Indian aesthetic called rasa and the current 2020s cybersigilism style into a statement chair.
Materials: chrome, steel, glass, transparent plastics
transcending time, space, and culture
carved from Shisham
Shisham, or Indian rosewood, is traditionally used for its toughness and durability as well as its deep red hue.
Inlaid chrome decals
Chrome plating on steel, inlaid directly into the wood for a sophisticated glow.
Cushioned seating
Experience comfort and style with cotton seat rests.
inspired by the x-chair, a popular chair design among indian elite in the 1700s-1800s
ideated variations to the x-chair
exploration with vizcom helped solidify materials choices