Ergo-proposal

In this proposal, we have chosen two simple shapes that fit the basic needs of one person. The egg shape will serve as the primary seating and it will be plugged into the rectangular shape that will then enclose the person. The primary method of the chair construction will be egg-crating, thus allowing easy adaptation when needed. Both the egg crate and the rectangular form will be constructed out of wood. The exterior of the egg will then have equally spaced openings that will be perfect to plug in the insulation for a sound barrier. The insulation will be exposed allowing others to touch it at will, creating an intriguing surface for the exterior of the egg. We propose that the egg be removable from the box so that a person could let him or herself in and out easily. The egg will be locked into place and zipped into the box from the inside by the person, then he or she can turn around and have a conversation with someone else on the video screen with no outside distractions. We chose to take the idea of inflation and apply it to both the outside of the box and the inside of the egg. The air bubbles will penetrate the exterior surface of the box, creating an appealing surface that pushes the idea of comfort from the inside to the outside. We see others wanting to experience the surface and even lean on it if they desire. The inside of the box will allow for two different seating positions: one lying in the egg shape and another sitting at the edge of the egg seat with the weight of the person distributed to the knees, relieving tension from the lower back. While sitting on this kneeling chair, the pod can be unzipped, leaving an opening for group communication.