O design Forma Cadeira por Jaewoo Choi é um vencedor altamente estimado do prestigioso 2025 A' Design Award de Ferro na Categoria de Competição Design de Mobiliário.

FerroMobiliário· 2025

Forma Cadeira

por Jaewoo Choi

Cliente: Jae Choi

Vencedor do A' Design Award de Ferro na Categoria Mobiliário

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O Design

Sobre Forma Cadeira

Forma é uma cadeira moldada a partir de couro curtido vegetalmente, MDF e aço. A forma reinterpreta a silhueta de uma sela de cavalo. O couro é modelado por moldagem a húmido, uma das mais antigas técnicas de trabalho em couro, que cria formas estruturadas e duráveis. A moldagem a húmido permite transições suaves entre áreas macias e rígidas, pelo que a cadeira oferece simultaneamente conforto e apoio. Forma mede 560 mm de largura, 605 mm de profundidade e 670 mm de altura. O design adapta o ofício tradicional da selaria ao mobiliário contemporâneo.

O Reconhecimento

Sobre o A' Design Award de Ferro

Forma Cadeira conquistou o A' Design Award de Ferro, um reconhecimento prestigiado atribuído a bons designs que cumprem os requisitos profissionais e industriais esperados de criações bem concebidas. Os vencedores do Ferro demonstram grande habilidade, elevada especialização, compreensão especializada e capacidade criativa dos seus criadores. Espera-se que Forma Cadeira seja uma criação muito considerada, admirada e estimada, prática e inovadora. Este design vencedor do A' Design Award de Ferro integra as melhores práticas do setor e tem características técnicas competentes associadas a conhecimento especializado e talento. Pela sua minúcia, Forma Cadeira merece respeito e destina-se a proporcionar melhorias na qualidade de vida que ajudam a tornar o mundo num lugar melhor.

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Propriedades Únicas: Forma reinterprets the timeless silhouette of a horse’s saddle through the technique of wet molding to shape leather into intricate, structured forms. This method enhances durability and sculptural precision, allowing for seamless transitions between softness and rigidity. By pushing the boundaries of leather manipulation, Forma highlights materiality, refinement, and fluidity, redefining traditional craftsmanship in modern fabrication while achieving both structural integrity and sculptural rhythm.
Dimensões e Embalagem: Materials: Vegetable Tanned Leather / MDF / Steel
Dimensions: Width 560 mm x Depth 605 mm x Height 670mm
Etiquetas: Leatherworking, Wet Molding, Material Exploration, Chair, Experimental Furniture Design
Tecnologia de Produção: Since early civilization, leather has been valued for its versatility, offering both comfort and protection. Wet molding, one of the oldest leatherworking techniques, remains a vital method for shaping leather into structured, durable forms. Forma employs this technique to fuse soft and rigid elements with fluidity, achieving structural refinement. By leveraging this process, the design not only preserves traditional craftsmanship but also explores new possibilities in material adaptation and contemporary fabrication techniques.
Desafio de Design: Wet molding is a centuries-old technique, yet its potential within contemporary design remains largely underexplored. This project challenges conventional applications by experimenting with new shaping methods, testing leather’s adaptability, and refining its structural possibilities. Through material-driven research, it seeks to expand the boundaries of craftsmanship, integrating traditional leatherworking techniques with adaptive design solutions.
Pesquisa: This project investigates the potential of wet molding through hands-on experimentation, analyzing the material’s flexibility and structural limitations. By studying how leather responds to manipulation, the research informs the development of innovative forms and explores new possibilities in furniture applications. Pushing the boundaries of this traditional craft, the study bridges material experimentation with material-driven design, redefining leather’s role in modern fabrication.
Inspiração: Forma is rooted in a deep appreciation for the transformation of raw materials through time-honored craftsmanship. Inspired by the evolution of saddlery, the project reinterprets traditional processes for new creative applications by examining how wet molding—a technique integral to equestrian gear—can be adapted for contemporary design. The interplay of structure and fluidity found in saddlery serves as the foundation for a piece that honors heritage craftsmanship while embracing design refinement.
Duração do Projeto: The project started in January 2023 in Providence, Rhode Island, and was completed in May 2023.
Fluxo de Operação: Designed to offer both function and sculptural presence, Forma’s structured yet fluid form allows it to serve as a seat while also acting as a statement piece. The careful balance of soft and rigid elements provides both comfort and support, making it a versatile addition to various interior spaces.
Créditos de Imagem: Image #1: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.
Image #2: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.
Image #3: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.
Image #4: Creator Jaewoo(Jae) Choi, Forma, 2023.