Initial Sketch of the lounge chair
Plywood clamped around a curve form
Starting to come together
The plywood form in my messy personal shop at home :)
Foam glued over the plywood skeleton
A look at the "rag rugs" I bought at a thrift store. Beautiful colors!
My first attempt at upholstering A WHOLE CHAIR. I must admit... I would be nowhere without my mother!
Final shot of the Russell Chair. Finding a backdrop big enough is HARD!
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Russell Lounge Chair
Another personal project, the Russell Lounge Chair was a groundbreaking moment for me. It was 1. The first time I took a research based furniture idea and brought it to life, and 2. Upholstered something so big (gah!).
I can't tell you why, but I love the 1960's and 70's... the culture, music, colors, patterns... it was a revolutionary time. I wanted to incorporate a little bit of that retro soul into my chair design, while still keeping it contemporary.
From the plywood form, foam, and fabric upholstery... I did it all. I made the chair all white, and for the cushion I "upcycled" retro unused "rag rugs" to provide the pop of color the piece needs.
SUPER COMFORTABLE!!! Contours to your body!
