One Good Chair Finalists Announced
August 28, 2009
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Three finalists have been named for the annual "One Good Chair: Fit Right Here" design competition.
For the first time, prototypes of the finalists' chairs will be on exhibit during September Las Vegas Market Sept. 14-17. Patagonia Legacy and Piper Plastics manufactured the prototypes.
The finalists include:
* Andrej Blazon of Movo Mesto, Slovenia for "The Charity Chair" in recycled/recyclable materials with an Escher-like shape inspired by the cornets worn by the Daughters of Charity order.
* Azul Cadenas of Miami Shores, Fla., for the "BAMTAK Chair," which pays homage to the chaise lounges in which Argentinians sit during "asados," or barbecues. Made of bamboo found near the Delta River in Buenos Aires, this chair is a more compact version of the traditional chaise, aimed at urbanites looking to lounge without taking up too much real estate.
* Helene Cany of Cambrai, France for the "Sediliegi Chair," designed to evoke the sensibilities of Turin, Italy, the Sediliegi was inspired by the seats in Fiats and Ferraris (both made in Turin). Made of molded cork, with seating for two people, the lounge chair is easy to transport and a comfortable spot from which to gaze at the Alp.
Detailed information on the three finalists and 20 semi-finalists can be found here.
Competition and jury chair Lance Hosey says reviewing the entries was like taking a tour around the world.
"This is exciting for a competition promoting the unique cultural and natural character of different places," he said. "It's also appropriate that the jury list has expanded to include judges outside the U.S."
Hosey, an architect and author of The Shape of Green: Aesthetics, Ecology, and Design, is also a contributing editor with Architect magazine, where he writes the monthly "ecology" column. He says that this year's theme, "Fit Right Here," has been challenging. The goal is to emphasize the connection between a person fitting comfortably in a chair as well as the chair fitting appropriately in its environment and the eco-system. That meant that not only did contestants have to emphasize the sustainability of materials, but also the sustainability of form and culture.
Final rankings and prizes will be announced at Las Vegas Market, Sept. 15 at 4 p.m. during a panel discussion in Building B, Worldview on the 16th Floor. Moderated by Lance Hosey, on-site judges and panelists include Roger Thomas, executive vice president, Wynn Design & Development; Susan Szenasy, editor in chief, Metropolis Magazine; Margaret McCurry, principal, Tigerman McCurry Architects; and Michelle Addington, associate professor of architecture, forestry and environmental studies, Yale University. A reception will follow on the SkyView Terrace, 16th floor, Building B.
For the first time, prototypes of the finalists' chairs will be on exhibit during September Las Vegas Market Sept. 14-17. Patagonia Legacy and Piper Plastics manufactured the prototypes.
The finalists include:
* Andrej Blazon of Movo Mesto, Slovenia for "The Charity Chair" in recycled/recyclable materials with an Escher-like shape inspired by the cornets worn by the Daughters of Charity order.
* Azul Cadenas of Miami Shores, Fla., for the "BAMTAK Chair," which pays homage to the chaise lounges in which Argentinians sit during "asados," or barbecues. Made of bamboo found near the Delta River in Buenos Aires, this chair is a more compact version of the traditional chaise, aimed at urbanites looking to lounge without taking up too much real estate.
* Helene Cany of Cambrai, France for the "Sediliegi Chair," designed to evoke the sensibilities of Turin, Italy, the Sediliegi was inspired by the seats in Fiats and Ferraris (both made in Turin). Made of molded cork, with seating for two people, the lounge chair is easy to transport and a comfortable spot from which to gaze at the Alp.
Detailed information on the three finalists and 20 semi-finalists can be found here.
Competition and jury chair Lance Hosey says reviewing the entries was like taking a tour around the world.
"This is exciting for a competition promoting the unique cultural and natural character of different places," he said. "It's also appropriate that the jury list has expanded to include judges outside the U.S."
Hosey, an architect and author of The Shape of Green: Aesthetics, Ecology, and Design, is also a contributing editor with Architect magazine, where he writes the monthly "ecology" column. He says that this year's theme, "Fit Right Here," has been challenging. The goal is to emphasize the connection between a person fitting comfortably in a chair as well as the chair fitting appropriately in its environment and the eco-system. That meant that not only did contestants have to emphasize the sustainability of materials, but also the sustainability of form and culture.
Final rankings and prizes will be announced at Las Vegas Market, Sept. 15 at 4 p.m. during a panel discussion in Building B, Worldview on the 16th Floor. Moderated by Lance Hosey, on-site judges and panelists include Roger Thomas, executive vice president, Wynn Design & Development; Susan Szenasy, editor in chief, Metropolis Magazine; Margaret McCurry, principal, Tigerman McCurry Architects; and Michelle Addington, associate professor of architecture, forestry and environmental studies, Yale University. A reception will follow on the SkyView Terrace, 16th floor, Building B.
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