Aera
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Product Facts
Project name
AeraAward year
2019designed as
Master thesisLength
120 CMWidth
72 CMHeight
84 CMWeight
12 KGMaterial specification
Birch plywood, polyester cord, powder-coated steel frameDesignation
Bench
Description
Aera presents a woven plywood structure which adapts to the body’s weight and shape by allowing deformations within its volume. Making use of the high bending strength of birch plywood, the elements react elastically under pressure and create a spring effect. For use on the floor, in or outdoors, the mat delivers a comfortable, sprung support. Mounted on a bench frame, it provides space for two people. The fragmented arrangement of plywood pieces can be bent, compressed and stretched like a textile.