Song 宋
Desk & stool
A desk-and-stool duo that reinterprets Song-dynasty temple language (arches, segmented members, carved rhythm) through contemporary fabrication. Parametric layouts shaped pine, plywood, galvanized steel, acrylic, and leather into ergonomic, refined forms.
Form reference system
Extracted temple motifs (arches, segments, fillets) into a form reference system; sketched and built paper studies to lock proportions.
Prototyping & testing
Made 1:1 PVC/MDF/ply mockups; user tests revealed seat angle and base stiffness gaps → updated 3D files and parametric layouts.
Production & assembly
Produced parts with partner shops (bent galvanized frames; CNC-cut wood); in-house assembly, joinery tuning, and CMF: sanded pine, laser-cut acrylic accents, stitched leather.
- Challenges1/2
Early assemblies creaked and wobbled. Reinforced steel-to-ply connections and refined seat/back angles for comfort.
- Insights2/2
Heritage reads strongest when structure carries the motif; prioritize ergonomic tests early, then let detailing follow the proven geometry.
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