kate brown conceives etazin chair based on japanese moon gates

kate brown conceives etazin chair based on japanese moon gates
all images courtesy of kate brown

a ‘moon gate’ is a circular void in a wall embedded into the architecture of traditional japanese gardens. within this context, it contrasts the other characteristics of the space, announcing the entrance of any guest or resident to the home. taking note of this particular feature and its significance, kate brown has designed and crafted a chair that combines form and function called ‘etazin‘.

the seat with all the rings aligned

following this frame of mind, the work is shaped as a comfortable arc, giving the seat the qualities of an embracing hammock. not only is it a sculptural piece, but it is also a lounge chair that can turn to face any direction desired. in order to create her envisioned geometries, brown contacted the fabricators of ironwood artistic in phoenix, arizona. the interactive art piece is made completely out of steel coated with an anti-rust high grade polyurethane. this material is used in a stationary 8-foot outer ring that provides stability while two inner rings with self oiling bushings are free to turn a full 360 degrees for the lounger’s viewing pleasure.

rotating the loops

view from afar

enjoying the design

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