DEAN AS
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
Swapable Strap Lounge Chair
As part of a short Furinture design course we were assigned a brief a to design a chair that captures our identity and personality as modern industrial designers.As an inspiring watch collector I aimed to combine these two worlds in my lounge chair design.
Why Swapable Straps?
Most of us watch collectors know the "itch" to buy a new timepiece, but often we can't justify the big expense.
A great way around that is buying a new strap for your old watch that makes it feel fresh again.
I wanted to translate that experience into my chair design.
Using the quick change mechanism of watch bands, the owner may swap the leather to fit his mood without effort.
The final product is a chair inspired by the quick change mechanism featured on watch straps.
This allows the owner to change the colors, materials and patterns of "Straps" fit different interior spaces or just freshen up the living room without buying a new chair.
