INDUSTRIAL DESIGN | FURNITURE
Creating in the space between method and mystery
product design, furniture design
2012, Art Center College of Design
A line of barstools characterized by elegant simplicity, and contrast.
This is a photograph of the barstool prototype made of cast aluminum and walnut hardwood.
In a world dominated by noise, gap filling, expectations and demands, Held suggests we go another way—the way of non-interference.
This line is about looking at life as it is, without imposition, and making space for ourselves and for others to contact what is true in the moment.
This is a rendering showing the stool seat top available in cherry, oak, and walnut.
With space to sit quietly, and listen in, and with freedom to move with the intelligence of our bodies, there’s the potential for a deep connection with Self.
This stool is designed with an intentionally large seat to make space for a person to perch, lean, and sit as their body is moved, and feel held as they are.
The footrest is designed to offer support on all sides of the stool, so that the furniture can meet a person in their natural posture, rather than shape them into a posture.
The cast metal base creates a stable foundation. The organic and sculptural shape evokes gentleness while the metal suggests sturdiness and dependability. The stool seat is designed in wood, to illicit a warm and welcoming feeling.
The cut groove beneath the seat, is perfect for fingertips to grip making it easy hold and move the stool. This detail reflects this theme of thoughtfulness and attention.