Curvatura de Madeira e Design de Mobiliário: Técnicas e Processos Criativos

Abstract

T his s t u d y p r e s e n t s t h e d e v elo p m e n t o f a n a r m c h air u sin g t h e s t e a m b e n din g t e c h niq u e , c o m binin g t r a ditio n al c r a f t m e t h o d s wit h digit al t o ols. B a s e d o n t his p r o p o s al, t h e s t u d y d o c u m e n t s t h e p r o c e s s o f p r a c tic al e x p e rim e n t a tio n wit h t his t e c h niq u e , d e t ailin g e v e r y t hin g f r o m t h e c h oic e o f s uit a ble m a t e rials t o t h e a d a p t a tio n s n e e d e d t o m a k e t h e pie c e. T h e learning stages, the difficulties faced, the solutions developed, and the improvements implemented throughout the process were recorded, resulting in the making of a low- fidelity prototype, which allowed the proposed ideas to be tested and validated. Parametric modeling played a crucial role and was carried out using Rhinoceros and Grasshopper software, which enabled the creation of a precise three-dimensional design, facilitating the visualization and execution of the armchair in its final form. The prototype was essential for adjusting production details and assessing the technical feasibility of the piece. The research highlights that combining traditional craft techniques expands the possibilities for innovation in furniture design. This integration allows for the creation of unique pieces that combine contemporary aesthetics with handicraft elements, giving new meaning to the value of manual labor. The experimentation process was essential for learning about new techniques and overcoming technical challenges , d e m o n s t r a tin g t h e im p o r t a n c e o f u sin g a n in t e g r a t e d a p p r o a c h t o m a n u al a n d t e c h n olo g y s kills in t h e d e v elo p m e n t o f d e sig n p r o d u c t s