Objet of desire: Designer redefines the chair

‘This is not a study of shape and function, but a process that can draw out communication between objects and human beings,’ says Seung-Yong.

The collection includes the Objet-O chair, which creates a personal space for the person seated. A large lampshade made out of traditional Korean paper encloses the chair to the arms. Another piece, Objet-B, can be interpreted as a shelving unit.

For more on how private space is becoming multifunctional and transient, read our Future Family macrotrend.