Chair Design Concept
Chair design concept by Dario Moschetta. Developed as an exploration of form, material and structure, the object exists between furniture and sculpture. This chair design concept is built around a continuous wooden surface, shaped through bending and CNC milling, and paired with a single-piece base in molded plastic. The project focuses on how material, proportion and construction interact to define both presence and usability within a space.
From concept sketch to material form
Form defines function, but presence defines design.
The project begins with a simple sketch, where proportions and curvature are explored as a single continuous gesture. This initial idea is translated into a physical logic through bent wood technology and CNC machining, allowing the surface to become both structure and seating. The transformation from drawing to object is not purely technical, but interpretative — preserving the fluidity of the original line while giving it structural integrity.
Material, structure and balance
The seat is conceived as a single sheet of wood, bent and refined to achieve both flexibility and strength. Its surface is finished with color while maintaining visible grain and texture, allowing the material to remain present and tactile. In contrast, the base is produced as a single molded piece in white plastic, with a satin micro-textured finish. This contrast between natural and industrial elements creates a balance between warmth and precision, softness and stability.
Ergonomics and perception
Although defined by a strong sculptural identity, the chair is designed to support natural posture and comfort. The curvature of the seat and backrest follows the body, creating a stable and balanced seating position. The presence of the object changes depending on context — as a functional chair, a collectible design piece or a sculptural element within an interior. The project explores how a simple gesture can evolve into a complete object through material, process and proportion.
Form defines function, but presence defines design.
