Sofa I by Philipp Aduatz

Sofa I by Philipp Aduatz Limited Edition of 5 Dimensions: D 61 x W 61 x H 46 cm Materials: Polystyrene foam, polymer coating, polyurethane lacquer. The main purpose of Philipp Aduatz’s Sofa I is to function as a prototype for a smaller complement to the Dormeuse. It has a sofa-like appearance, perfect for resting and comfortable reclining. The edition consists of five pieces where each piece is -due to the handwork- unique. The pieces are made from polystyrene foam. After digitizing, the 3D scan data is used as the basis for modeling the Sofa II, a new design currently still in process. The pieces of the edition Sofa I are coated with a polymer and special polyurethane lacquer to make the objects durable and usable. Vienna-based Designer Philipp Aduatz (born 1982) creates limited-edition functional objects that are highly sculptural in nature. Working with innovative materials and fabrication technologies, Aduatz is very much influenced by scientific matters such as chemistry, physics, and material technologies. His process combines traditional craft concepts and techniques with cutting-edge implements such as 3D printing, 3D laser scanning, CNC milling, and Rapid Prototyping. The experimentation with different materials and their behavior is an important part of his research at the intersection of design and sculpture. Greatly influenced by sculptors such as Constantin Brancusi and Tony Cragg, the designer aims to develop a distinct language of form in each of his pieces, encouraging a new discourse between the object and its user or viewer.