Tres Stool

Tres Stool

tres Stool is an innovative furniture design that exemplifies the harmonious fusion of functionality, aesthetics, and social connectivity. Created by Uruguayan Industrial Designer and Architect Carolina Palombo Píriz, this distinctive three-legged stool represents a thoughtful response to the contemporary need for meaningful interpersonal interactions in design spaces. The design, which earned recognition with an Iron A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, features a sophisticated combination of poplar wood, steel, and merino wool felt, each material carefully selected to contribute to both its structural integrity and visual appeal. The stool's distinctive construction incorporates lathed wooden legs with varying sections from top to bottom, complemented by a wire structure of 10 and 5 mm cross-sections that creates an illusion of independent support. The seat comprises a dual-tray system, featuring a main tray that accommodates a secondary component holding the hand-crafted merino wool felt upholstery, sourced from Uruguayan sheep. Standing at 750mm in height with a 350mm width and depth, the stool's proportions are specifically calculated to encourage relaxed, colloquial interaction. The design philosophy behind tres Stool is deeply rooted in the symbolism of the number three, representing artistic expression, sociability, and optimism, while its construction methodology emphasizes local craftsmanship and materials. The integration of traditional handcrafting techniques, particularly in the wool felt upholstery, adds a human touch to the industrial design, though this artisanal approach presents certain production pace challenges. The stool's innovative structural design, where feet rest on the wire framework rather than the wooden body, creates a unique visual lightness while maintaining robust stability.

furniture design, sustainable materials, artisanal craftsmanship, ergonomic seating, contemporary furniture, social interaction design

— Adam Dawson