Austrian designer Philipp Aduatz presents his new masterpiece, the “Sinking Chair,” at Milan Design Week 2025—a striking piece that creates a compelling visual dialogue between 3D-printed concrete and crimson epoxy resin.
A Design That Tells a Story:-
The chair appears to slowly submerge into a pool of vivid red resin, forming a dramatic contrast between the solidity of the concrete structure and the fluidity of the resin base. This juxtaposition is not just a visual play but carries deeper symbolism about resilience and transformation, inspired by the cinematic atmosphere of Stanley Kubrick’s *The Shining*.
A Meticulous Creative Process:-
The chair underwent a complex manufacturing process:
1. 3D printing of the concrete frame
2. Mounting on a wood and fiberglass base
3. Casting the red resin in a custom mold
4. Extensive polishing to achieve a smooth, glossy finish
An Exhibition Worth Visiting:-
Visitors can experience this unique work firsthand at:
– Venue: Isola Design Gallery at Basic Village
– Address: Via Dell’Aprica 12, Milan
– Dates: April 7–13, 2025
This piece represents a breakthrough in furniture design, transforming a functional object into a work of art with profound humanistic meaning—inviting viewers to reflect on the relationship between permanence and change in our lives.
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