Philipp Aduatz presents the Sinking Chair for Milan Design Week 2025
A Reflection on Conflict and Humanity
The Sinking Chair—seemingly descending into a pool of vivid red—captures a haunting interplay between modern design and profound narrative. Crafted from 3D-printed concrete and inspired by Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, the work symbolizes the enduring traces of trauma. Its clean, architectural form contrasts sharply with the fluid, organic resin symbolizing blood, evoking unease and introspection.
This piece embodies the idea that design holds the power to confront deeply human experiences. By addressing themes of collective trauma and the cyclical nature of conflict, the Sinking Chair invites viewers to reflect on the scars of the past and how they shape the present. It subtly alludes to contemporary political developments, including the resurgence of authoritarian tendencies and ideological divisions, which echo historical warnings and reinforce the importance of vigilance and empathy.
The chair explores the delicate tension between what is submerged and what persists, urging contemplation of memory, fragility, and resilience. Through its evocative design and material innovation, the Sinking Chair bridges the emotional and the functional, sparking dialogue about the evolving role of design in engaging with the human condition. It challenges us to consider not only what design can achieve aesthetically, but also how it can evoke empathy, reflection, and healing in an increasingly complex and polarized world.
The piece will be on show at Isola Design Gallery from April 7th till April 13th 2025
Basic Village, Via Dell’Aprica 12, 20158, Milano
7 April | from 2pm to 7pm
8 – 12 April | from 10am to 7pm
13 April | from 10am to 3pm
For an appointment at the exhibition please contact Philipp directly: philipp@philippaduatz.com
+43 676 780 30 62
Press: Please E-mail me at philipp@philippaduatz.com if you need any press materials or if you have inquiries about my new work.
Sinking Chair, 2025
90 cm x 136 cm x 55 cm (W/D/H)
3D printed concrete, resin, wood, glass fibres
Limited Edition of 8 + 2 A/P and 1 Prototype
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