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Objects that raise questions: Muddycap's chairs

by @industrialkonzept Team

Chairs, once a symbol of social status in ancient Egypt, have evolved over millennia to become central objects of design. These versatile objects, which in the past were valued mainly for their functionality, are now a canvas for creativity and expression. They reflect the constant debate between form and function, a theme that has fascinated many design legends such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who once described the chair as more complex than a skyscraper.

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

In South Korea, a designer known by the pseudonym Muddycap has entered the world of chair design. Through his abstract and creative interpretations, which he shares on Instagram under the name @muddycap, he has gained a considerable following of over 145,000 followers. His journey into the world of 3D design began with curiosity and a desire to explore new artistic avenues. Muddycap's chairs, which range from everyday objects to cultural symbols, are a testament to his unconventional approach

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

The creative process behind the artworks

Muddycap begins his work with an abstract idea, which he then transforms into a 3D model. His design process is a play with shapes and details, with the final colors and materials only determined during the rendering phase. The results are often spontaneous and surprising, which generates enthusiasm among his followers.

A new perspective on design

Muddycap's chairs vary in their abstraction. Some are clearly inspired by well-known design objects, while others seem to spring directly from his imagination. Despite their often fantastical appearance, Muddycap takes realistic elements such as proportions, materials and mechanisms into account, giving his creations a tangible and almost realizable quality.

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

Inspiration and humility in design

Muddycap draws his inspiration from everyday life and maintains a certain humility and openness despite his online success. He sees his digital designs as a precursor to real-life creations and plans to actually produce some of his chairs.

The future of design in a digital world

With the advent of computer-aided design, Muddycap sees new possibilities for artists and designers that may have been limited in the past. His work shows that digital tools not only facilitate the realization of individual ideas, but also enable entirely new forms of creativity.

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap Chairs

Muddycap exemplifies a new generation of designers who are blurring the boundaries between reality and digitality, opening up new avenues in the world of design.

Photos: @Muddycap

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