Overview
Los Angeles-based design studio Waka Waka developed the Ribbon furniture collection. This collection incorporates steel and aluminum, formed into curved shapes and finished with saturated colors. The Ribbon collection was created as part of the Eetal project by Japanese manufacturer Benex.
Research Context
The Eetal project is an initiative by the Japanese manufacturer Benex. Its stated objective is to commission designers to explore and identify uses for Benex's aluminum and steel materials. The project presented a selection of sheet-metal furniture during the 3 Days of Design festival held in Copenhagen.
Approach
Waka Waka's approach for the Ribbon collection involved manipulating metal, specifically steel and aluminum, into undulating and curved forms. The aesthetic further incorporated saturated colors. This design process aimed to fulfill the Eetal project's mandate of finding applications for Benex's sheet metal resources.
Findings
The outcome of Waka Waka's design effort is the Ribbon furniture collection. This collection is characterized by its construction from steel and aluminum. The metal components are configured into curved, undulating shapes. Furthermore, the furniture pieces are decorated with saturated colors.
Why This Matters
The Ribbon collection showcases a specific application of steel and aluminum sheet metal in furniture design. It demonstrates how designers can interpret and utilize materials from manufacturers like Benex, aligning with the Eetal project's goal of exploring material applications.