99% Invisible

Edge of Your Seat

Nov 4, 2014
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INSIGHT

Chair Design's Unique Challenge

  • Chairs are challenging to design because they must look great empty and 'disappear' when in use. - The person replaces the chair visually once they sit, which is a unique design problem.
ANECDOTE

Nerf Ball's Accidental Origin

  • Bruce Henna accidentally invented the Nerf ball while experimenting with foam cushioning for chairs. - The foam football originated from a chair design process, though chairs remain his real focus.
INSIGHT

Sitting as the Default Yet Harmful

  • Sitting has become the default posture for many activities like school, office work, and social gatherings. - Despite this norm, recent research shows prolonged sitting can be harmful to health.
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