Syncline • Our bodies lack straight lines, why should our furniture?

Having a geologist father meant my childhood was surrounded by topographic maps illustrating his work. I adapted these topographic principles to explore the human body, particularly focusing on concepts of posture and comfort.

In structural geology, a syncline is a downward fold characterized by a series of rock layers. "Syncline" emerges as a multi-person, multi-posture lounge chair, informed by ergonomic studies that emphasize the necessity for accommodating various postures. Our bodies lack straight lines, prompting the question: why should our furniture?

This exaggerated curve is made by bending two plywood pieces together at different depths that contour the human body with stunning ease.The surface is covered with a thick layer of felt to give a cushioned comfort.

Furniture often asks us to sit in one way, when we actually prefer constant movement.

This exaggerated curve is made by bending two plywood pieces together at different depths that contour the human body with stunning ease.The surface is covered with a thick layer of felt to give a cushioned comfort.

Furniture often asks us to sit in one way, when we actually prefer constant movement.

This exaggerated curve is made by bending two plywood pieces together at different depths that contour the human body with stunning ease.The surface is covered with a thick layer of felt to give a cushioned comfort.

Furniture often asks us to sit in one way, when we actually prefer constant movement.