‘ondule’ by mattis esnault  image © mattis esnault 

french designer mattis ensault has completed a prototype of ‘ondule’, a lounge seat which is a visual translation of digital sound as the undulating texture represents waves and frequency. the textile is pulled over a solid base and attached along a predefined weft. eventually, the three dimensional fabric is to become a slip cover, allowing the user to attach it to a variety of surfaces. the project was financed by VIA (enhancement of innovation in furniture).

mattis esnault: ondule lounge seat the project is a visual reflection on digital technology and sound image © mattis esnault 

mattis esnault: ondule lounge seat the undulating textile is being explored as a slipcover  image © mattis esnault 

mattis esnault: ondule lounge seatdetail image image © mattis esnault