Elliott Barnes Rize

In today's world, we need everyday objects that inspire …

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Elliott Barnes

Rize In today's world, we need everyday objects that inspire us and inspire us to rise. A chair is an object to sit on. A ladder is an object to climb. Why not combine the two? In response to this challenge, my transformation of the Atelier chair optimizes the primary function of a seat by adding a solution for climbing. As if to show a path that is both aesthetic and useful, accompanied by a message of hope. 101 x 47 x 80 cm

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