Naturally occurring geometric structural formations, such as wasp nests, have informed the design of this beautiful cardboard chair and sofa.
Cardboard is an incredibly strong and surprisingly durable material. It has a soft and tactile surface, which gives it a warm quality. For designers, it also presents a pleasing contradiction - a disposable packaging material that is actually very tough and long lasting.
The designers at Lazerian have really let rip with these creations - a geometric frenzy comprising hundreds of components, each hand cut and glued into position. The shapes appeal to the sci-fi nerd in me - I can picture some kind of alien overlord sprawled in the throne-like armchair, yet the texture and colour of the cardboard give warmth and a humanity which nicely balances the harsh, angular shapes. A fairly hefty price tag certainly negates any disposable connotations associated with cardboard - after parting with this kind of money I would love and cherish these pieces for a very long time indeed!
The Bravais armchair and Radiolarian sofa are available to buy direct from Lazerian.
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Wow! That armchair is possitively organic in it's appearance. Outstanding work.