SQUARE
The design of the project and the movement of the individual seating elements were inspired by the natural course of interpersonal communication - specifically the thought processes and dynamics of opinions that occur during conversations.
SQUARE was created as part of an initiative of the same name in collaboration with the cultural center Neue Vahr in Bremen, Germany. One of the center's core missions is the development of the local community, including the integration of refugees. The SQUARE project is intended to promote democratic discussion between all levels of society and provide an inspiring space for listening and free debate.
Prioritizing sustainability, the furniture is made from Polimix, a recycled foam material.
The figurative convergence and divergence of people is physically reflected by SQUARE; its users are the ones who can set the individual elements in motion. The project includes several types of seating. Just as in discussions people’s opinions lean more towards one side or the other, one seating element tilts forwards or backwards in a rocking seesaw motion. Another element mimics agreement and disagreement and the formation of opinion groups: its modules move on rails towards or away from others. The next discussion point consists of two opposing benches that rotate on their axes, their placement guiding them to come together or move apart. Just as some people prefer to walk when on the phone or while thinking intensely, the last of the SQUARE elements both figuratively and literally sways the person and thus stimulates them in formulating their thoughts.
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