Stool Accessories Made of Recycled Plastic
Team
Choi Yoonjung
Material
Recycled plastic stool
Spec
580*580*210(mm)
After working hours in Korea, it’s common to see people sitting on plastic stools, enjoying drinks to unwind and soaking in the lively atmosphere at pojangmacha. Pojangmacha are street stalls that sell popular street foods like gimbap, tteokbokki, and pajeon, along with alcoholic beverages. Similarly, convenience stores provide a relaxed environment with folding tables and plastic chairs, creating a casual space for relaxation. This laid-back ambiance exudes a playful and vibrant vibe, reminiscent of a grown-up playground.
"Relax and enjoy the cool breeze after work!"
As the atmosphere heats up, some individuals unconsciously rock and beat on the plastic stools they sit on to enhance their experience. This lively behavior often results in the breakage of numerous stools at both pojangmacha and convenience stores. Unfortunately, the discarded pieces contribute to environmental issues in our daily lives. To tackle this problem interactively, I developed a rocking stool accessory made from recycled plastic parts.
CMF Strategies:
The color and pattern scheme wereinspired by the foods in Phojangmacha and the convenience stores: vivid and solid color and particle decoration.
The color and pattern scheme wereinspired by the foods in Phojangmacha and the convenience stores: vivid and solid color and particle decoration.
Form study:
We conducted multiple experiments aimed at preventing unexpected accidents during rocking, focusing on stabilizing the structure in motion. After simulations, we discovered that cross-bracing effectively balances and reinforces the interlocking structure. In addition to interlocking systems, we investigated the most comfortable front and rear tilt angles, finding that the optimal stabilizing angle ranges from 9° to 12°.
1. How can we create interlocking parts that are safe and aesthetically pleasing, without appearing overly mechanical?
2. What is the optimal tilting angle that ensures safety while enhancing user engagement?
1. How can we create interlocking parts that are safe and aesthetically pleasing, without appearing overly mechanical?
2. What is the optimal tilting angle that ensures safety while enhancing user engagement?
