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Forging Office

Forging Office is an innovative furniture design concept that seamlessly integrates industrial aesthetics with functional workspace solutions, created by designers Wei Jingye and Zhang Tianyou. This distinguished design, which earned a Bronze A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, comprises a meticulously crafted work desk and matching chair that exemplify the harmonious fusion of elm wood and iron plates. The design's fundamental strength lies in its sophisticated use of triangulation principles and metal plate folding techniques, creating a robust structural framework that ensures both stability and visual appeal. The furniture set employs straight lines and strategic bends to convey a sense of reliability and industrial sophistication, while maintaining ergonomic functionality suitable for various professional and educational environments. The designers overcame significant engineering challenges through precise weight-bearing calculations for the metal bends, resulting in a structure that effectively combines form with function. The furniture's distinctive characteristics include its adaptability to different sitting postures, thoughtful integration of human engineering principles, and versatile applications ranging from office work to study and leisure activities. The design process, completed in 2018, demonstrates exceptional attention to material selection and manufacturing techniques, particularly in the innovative use of iron plate bending technology and the seamless integration of elm wood components. This furniture design represents a significant contribution to contemporary industrial design, offering a unique perspective on workplace furniture that balances aesthetic appeal with practical functionality, while embodying the principles of durability and user-centered design that earned recognition at the prestigious A' Design Award competition.

Industrial design, ergonomic furniture, workspace solutions, metal fabrication, contemporary office, sustainable materials

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