tatsuo kuroda: knot chair
the components of the chair are connected by paper-code that has been knitted around the wooden parts, providing both structural support and visual interest to the chair.
detail of the woven paper-code
this simple armchair is composed of solid beech wood, plywood and paper-code. entitled ‘knot-chair’, this prototype is designed by tokyo-based tatsuo kuroda. the extensions of the chair’s front and back legs are joined to form its armrest and backrest. the structural components are connected by paper-code that has been knitted around the wooden parts, providing both support and additional visual interest to the chair. its overall dimensions measure 590 x 730 x 540 mm.
full view
3/4 back view
back view
front view
detail
concept sketch
