MARIUCCIA CHAIR
MARIUCCIA CHAIR
MARIUCCIA CHAIR
Role
2D/3D Designer
Year
2024
Category
Product Design
Mariuccia is a mutable chair designed to meet the diverse needs of its users. Inspired by the beloved Italian deck chair, this adaptable chair can transform into various forms, allowing for multiple configurations to suit different user changing behaviour and contexts.
STEP / 01
STEP / 01
STEP / 01
RESEARCH
RESEARCH
RESEARCH
An urban analysis of Ferrara, pedestrian flow mapping, and an audit of Palazzo Tassoni identified local courtyards as critical, connective public spaces in need of adaptive seating.
An urban analysis of Ferrara, pedestrian flow mapping, and an audit of Palazzo Tassoni identified local courtyards as critical, connective public spaces in need of adaptive seating.
An urban analysis of Ferrara, pedestrian flow mapping, and an audit of Palazzo Tassoni identified local courtyards as critical, connective public spaces in need of adaptive seating.
STEP / 02
STEP / 02
STEP / 02
USER ANALYSIS
USER ANALYSIS
USER ANALYSIS
Multi-stakeholder fieldwork and the development of four distinct user personas defined essential requirements for ergonomics, visual contrast, mobility, and storage.
Multi-stakeholder fieldwork and the development of four distinct user personas defined essential requirements for ergonomics, visual contrast, mobility, and storage.
Multi-stakeholder fieldwork and the development of four distinct user personas defined essential requirements for ergonomics, visual contrast, mobility, and storage.
STEP / 03
STEP / 03
STEP / 03
DATA ANALYSIS
DATA ANALYSIS
DATA ANALYSIS
Divergence and convergence mapping translated raw user research into clear, actionable Universal Design criteria and accessibility parameters.
Divergence and convergence mapping translated raw user research into clear, actionable Universal Design criteria and accessibility parameters.
Divergence and convergence mapping translated raw user research into clear, actionable Universal Design criteria and accessibility parameters.
STEP / 04
STEP / 04
STEP / 04
CONCEPTUALIZE
CONCEPTUALIZE
CONCEPTUALIZE
A contemporary reinterpretation of the classic Italian deck chair led to the creation of three distinct postural configurations: "UPsitting," "DOWNsitting," and "CARRYoff."
A contemporary reinterpretation of the classic Italian deck chair led to the creation of three distinct postural configurations: "UPsitting," "DOWNsitting," and "CARRYoff."
A contemporary reinterpretation of the classic Italian deck chair led to the creation of three distinct postural configurations: "UPsitting," "DOWNsitting," and "CARRYoff."
STEP / 05
STEP / 05
STEP / 05
USER ERGONOMICS
USER ERGONOMICS
USER ERGONOMICS
Sizing studies across the 5th, 50th, and 95th percentiles established optimal anthropometric dimensions, defining a seat height of 430mm, backrest angles of 18° and 25°, and specialized handle grips
Sizing studies across the 5th, 50th, and 95th percentiles established optimal anthropometric dimensions, defining a seat height of 430mm, backrest angles of 18° and 25°, and specialized handle grips
Sizing studies across the 5th, 50th, and 95th percentiles established optimal anthropometric dimensions, defining a seat height of 430mm, backrest angles of 18° and 25°, and specialized handle grips
STEP / 06
STEP / 06
STEP / 06
PROTOTYPE & USER TESTING
PROTOTYPE & USER TESTING
PROTOTYPE & USER TESTING
The construction of a 1:1 functional physical prototype using Smile Plastics and upcycled PVC canvas validated the design's kinematics, elastic damping, and real-world usage sequences.
The construction of a 1:1 functional physical prototype using Smile Plastics and upcycled PVC canvas validated the design's kinematics, elastic damping, and real-world usage sequences.
The construction of a 1:1 functional physical prototype using Smile Plastics and upcycled PVC canvas validated the design's kinematics, elastic damping, and real-world usage sequences.
STEP / 07
STEP / 07
FINALIZE
FINALIZE
FINALIZE
The project concluded with the delivery of complete technical drawings, exploded assembly views, high-fidelity 3D renders, and an urban masterplan layout for courtyard integration.
The project concluded with the delivery of complete technical drawings, exploded assembly views, high-fidelity 3D renders, and an urban masterplan layout for courtyard integration.
The project concluded with the delivery of complete technical drawings, exploded assembly views, high-fidelity 3D renders, and an urban masterplan layout for courtyard integration.
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