Here we have a metal gray chair. In the frame and almost through the whole chair, it has intricately repeated geometric, diamond-shaped cut-outs through the back, seat, and the legs, making the chair open and nearly see-through. The cuts on the legs and the bottom of the chair back go from small to large, which makes these areas have more of a gradient effect Its four legs are attached by curved arches that create triangular openings between the legs. Its back is rectangular with curved corners and tapers inward toward the seat where the gradient is most prominent. Along the seat is a rounded metal edge.

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Chair, Aluminum Gradient

This is a chair. It was designed by Joris Laarman Lab.

This object is not part of the Cooper Hewitt's permanent collection. It was able to spend time at the museum on loan from Joris Laarman as part of Joris Laarman Lab: Design in the Digital Age.

It is dated 2014. Its medium is laser-sintered aluminum.

The design of the Aluminum Gradient Chair tests cellular geometry adapted to its function--thicker cells add strength and rigidity. The chair was made using direct metal laser sintering, a digital fabrication process that micro-welds powdered aluminum, rendering intricate, fine detail. The chair elaborates on the use of aluminum as a material for affordable, lightweight furniture.

It is credited Courtesy of Joris Laarman Lab.