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Studio 7.5, a design firm with roots dating back to 1992, is deeply engaged in crafting products that reflect the evolving lifestyles and work habits of people. Collaborating with esteemed clients such as Wilkhahn, Rosenthal, Wasa, L&C stendal, and Herman Miller, they tackle projects spanning Product, Interface, and Communication Design.

Embracing the ethos that design is a fusion of technology and culture, Studio 7.5 approaches each project as a challenge to solve a problem. Inspired by the legacy of the Eames Office, they integrate simplicity with complexity, striving to optimize both form and function. With an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, Studio 7.5 sees prototyping and modeling as integral parts of the design process.

They understand that while paper may be patient, reality demands rigor. Only designs that withstand the rigors of reality earn advancement. Collaborating closely with clients, Studio 7.5 synthesizes expertise from various domains into cohesive solutions. They iterate relentlessly, generating alternative solutions, verifying, optimizing, and repeating the cycle until the best possible outcome is achieved.

Recognizing the significance of aesthetics in product perception, Studio 7.5 emphasizes the importance of both “look and feel.” They understand that even the most visually appealing designs fall short if they fail to meet tactile expectations. Geometry reigns supreme among the designer’s toolkit at Studio 7.5. Whether grappling with material properties, structural challenges, or optimizing efficiency, geometry provides the answers. Leveraging modern tools, they navigate even the most intricate design and production processes. Studio 7.5 challenges conventional notions of taste, recognizing that groundbreaking designs often defy established aesthetic norms. They eschew preconceived notions of taste, understanding that true innovation lies in pushing beyond the boundaries of convention.

Projects

SETU – The Setu chair, developed and designed for Herman Miller, embodies classic simplicity through a seamless elastomeric membrane surface and introduces a unique level of comfort with its dynamic movement. Its beam geometry facilitates a smooth reclining motion and minimizes material use to an optimum level. Despite weighing just 18lbs, this chair can comfortably accommodate users weighing up to 300lbs.
MIRRA 2 – The idea was to create a task chair like athletic gear: Mirra, developed and designed for Herman Miller, is an ergonomic chair that encourages users to fine-tune its performance precisely to their needs and preferences. After the success of Mirra which entered the market in 2003, we had the chance to rethink and improve the concept, creating an even more radical version of the idea: Mirra 2.
COSM – Studio 7.5 aimed to craft a zero gravity experience, enabling users to concentrate fully on their mental tasks without discomfort-induced distractions. Dubbed the "Flying Carpet" during development, the project features automatic kinematic adjustments for a balanced experience without the need for active user intervention. This concept of weightless support extends to the membrane armrests as well. The Cosm task chair familiy was developed and designed for Herman Miller.
ZEPH – The studio pondered the possibility of designing a task chair that provides a fundamental level of kinematic comfort, remains affordable, and is suitable for use in schools, labs, and workshops. The result is Zeph, developed and designed for Herman Miller, a kinematic shell that enables a comfortable recline. Users have the option to attach either a knitted seat cushion or a full-surface cover onto the shell, enhancing comfort, warmth, and visual appeal with a wide array of color options.
SCOOTER – In manual work scenarios, frequent adjustments in position are necessary to reach for tools or accommodate varying postures. These situations demand more agility than a traditional work chair can provide. Enter Scooter: a mobile sit-stand device designed for tasks that typically involve prolonged standing.
METAFORM PORTFOLIO – Metaform represents a dynamic solution for evolving work team requirements in the office environment. These self-standing building blocks offer both robustness and lightness, allowing for intuitive space delineation based on immediate needs. Teams can effortlessly configure their spaces without relying on tools, instruction manuals, or facility managers.
POWER PODS – The studio noticed that charging devices in office or public settings often leads to stressful situations, which could be elegantly resolved by enhancing battery and charging technologies. Thus, they conceived a series of occasional tables designed to function as mobile battery units. This innovation offers a solution to power supply challenges in open-plan offices and outdoor settings, while also minimizing the necessity for fixed or makeshift cable arrangements.
WOVEN CONCRETE BENCH – As part of an ongoing exploration into additive manufacturing across various scales and materials, the 3D-printed concrete benches serve as a focal point. These benches are printed on-site using waste material sourced from regional quarries, establishing a natural connection to the surrounding environment through the distinctive local color of the concrete. This collaborative project was undertaken in partnership with the French start-up XtreeE.
POWER SHADES – Addressing the challenge of solar harvesting not being widely accessible to consumers, a concept was developed for decentralized modular photovoltaic units and "power wells." These innovative Power Shades serve as delineation elements for outdoor spaces and also function as energy sources. Their versatile applications aim to promote social acceptance and facilitate the transition to renewable energy.
POLYGON WIRE TABLES – Inspired by the parametric elegance of a triangular wire loop base formed by three identical loops, this charming series of occasional tables is born. The versatile design allows for variation in size and angles, accommodating a range of table top geometries such as hexagons, rounded triangles, or circles. While each table functions individually, Polygon truly thrives when nested together in harmonious compositions. The project was developed and designed for Herman Miller

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