Design and Conceptualization of a Chair

Overview

“What is a chair? How can we define it? In this lesson you will learn about the history of the most famous piece of furniture in history, its origins and how it has evolved hand in hand with humanity. ”

In this video lesson Christian Vivanco addresses the topic: Before we begin - What is a chair?, which is part of the Domestika online course: Design and Conceptualization of a Chair. Learn the secrets behind the design of a functional and aesthetically pleasing chair.

Partial transcription of the video

“Before we begin What is a chair? We all use chairs throughout our day, However, could you say you know her? Have you observed it in detail? I will share with you some of the great classics they have defined their identity. Accompany me. Humans sit and, many times, in chairs. The chairs are fascinating. They are everywhere we go with infinite variations. These variations have a meaning and, as a cultural symbol of the West, a chair has a social and cultural meaning. Chairs can define a lifestyle, emotion, comfort, even aspirations. The spaces we inhabit are defined by the chairs in them. The...”

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Course summary for: Design and Conceptualization of a Chair

• Level: Beginner
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• 2392 students
• 4 units
• 14 lessons (1h 15m)
• 3 downloads

• Category

  Design

• Areas

  Furniture Design & Making, Industrial Design, Product Design