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Polymorph Chair Design Process

The idea of the Polymorph Chair is to unify contrary design concepts in a single shape. In the ancient greek language “poly” means “many” and “morphé” stands for “shape”. The term “Polymorph” in this context refers to a design that is composed out of multiple concepts...

Polymorph Chair

In the ancient greek language “poly” means “many” and “morphé” stands for “shape”. The term “Polymorph” in this context refers to a design that is composed out of multiple concepts differing in their design vocabulary but yet fusing together into a unified single shape of...

Villarceau Table small

The design of the Villarceau Table is based on a geometric characteristic discovered by the French astronomer Yvon Villarceau. Main concept is to design a shape by using a mathematical achievement in order to explore a design concept based on the aesthetic dimensions of scientific...

Cellular Solids

Natural structures, such as bones, are ingeniously optimized load bearing systems which have a low density at a maximum load capacity. The objects were created in an experimental approach to create synthetic cellular solids. The objects were created for the group exhibitions MINIFESTA #1 and #2...

Bathroom Furniture for Klomfar

Designer Philipp Aduatz created a series of bathroom furniture resembling many of his previous works albeit featuring a novel and innovative character. The development process of the furniture series was conducted using latest technologies. Not only its sculptural design with its wave-resembling surface, but also...

Villarceau Design Process

The design of the Villarceau Table is based on a geometric characteristic discovered by the French astronomer Yvon Villarceau. Main concept is to design a shape by using a mathematical achievement in order to explore a design concept based on the aesthetic dimensions of scientific...

Trophy II

The Victor J. Papanek Social Design Award was established by the University of Applied Arts Vienna in cooperation with the Museum of Arts and Design and the Austrian Cultural Forum in New York. The design of the Trophy should correlate with the idea of the...

Trophy

Trophy for the Austrian scientist of the years 2007–2018. Competition 1st place. The Trophy is made out of aluminium foam which is after foaming bended to its desired shape. Aluminum foam is a lightweight material with cellular structure and due to its technical as well as aesthetic properties very fascinating to...

Torah Pointer

A yad, literally, "hand," is a Jewish ritual pointer, popularly known as a Torah pointer, used by the reader to follow the text during the Torah reading from the parchment Torah scrolls. Beyond its practical usage, the yad ensures that the parchment is not touched...

Nimbus Bowl

In the design of the Amphora Vase and the Nimbus Bowl Philipp Aduatz takes his inspiration from organic forms and natural structures. Appealing in both objects is the elegance of shape and their presence in space. They appear metallic and therefore heavy, but in fact both...