OBJECT DESIGN / PROCESS
A furniture design concept becomes more convincing when form, material and structure are developed as one idea instead of separate decisions.
Begin with the structural idea
The first question is how the object stands, connects and carries weight. A clear structural concept often produces the strongest silhouette.
Use proportion to create character
Small changes in thickness, height and spacing can shift an object from generic to distinctive without adding decoration.
Let material support the form
Material selection should reinforce the design language, durability and intended use while keeping the overall concept coherent.