sohn’s ‘g series’ looks as heavy as stone but uses a lightweight sponge material
the tough appearance of the modular blocks subverts the materials original function.
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sohn’s ‘g series’ looks as heavy as stone but uses a lightweight sponge material
the ‘g series’ may in appearance looks as heavy as stone, however the collection of modular furniture by sohn studio is in fact made using a soft sponge material. the lightweight design uses a material similar to rubber with nontoxic glue, water based paint and calcium. the sponge is dipped into the liquid, which allows one to control the elasticity of the flexible fabric. the outer surface forms a rigid exterior whilst the inner part remains soft.
video courtesy of sohn
the lightweight pieces by sohn studio are constructed using two or three parts which form a modular block that can be used as a versatile furniture product including a seat or side table. the series can be assembled in various formats presenting endless compositional assemblages. the tough appearance of the product subverts the materials original function making the project an interesting exploration into the transformative possibilities gained through experimentation.
the lightweight pieces are constructed using two or three parts
the series can be assembled in various formats
the furniture piece can be used as a seat
the ‘g series’ contains a lightweight practicality
the mixture uses nontoxic glue, water based paint and calcium
the lightweight design uses a material similar to rubber
detail view of the surface
the sponge is dipped into the liquid, which allows one to control the elasticity
detail of the ‘g series’
process
process showing the foam dipped in liquid
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