Smile Chair
Sitting is one of the most fundamental human actions. It is an everyday posture that quietly structures how we gather, connect, and interact. We sit to eat together, to talk, to rest, and to share time with others. This project explores the act of sitting not simply as a functional requirement, but as a social and emotional condition. By giving the chair a bodily presence and expressive character, the work asks how objects can influence posture, mood, and interpersonal behavior. Rather than treating seating as neutral infrastructure, the project considers how form, material, and gesture can shape the experience of sitting—turning a familiar action into a moment of awareness, connection, and play.
BallChair Concept Design
BallChair is a seating installation designed for outdoor basketball courts. Inspired by the form of a basketball, the chair functions both as a bench and as a sculptural element that visually belongs to the court itself. Rather than introducing a separate object into the space, BallChair extends the language of the game into the surrounding environment. Its rounded shape echoes the basketball in motion, while its scale allows it to function as an informal place to sit, rest, or observe the game. Players can pause between games, spectators can gather nearby, and the court becomes not only a site of play but also of social interaction. By integrating seating directly into the identity of the basketball court, this work blurs the boundary between sports equipment and public furniture. The object encourages lingering—waiting for a turn, watching others play, or simply being present in the space—thereby activating the court beyond moments of active gameplay. BallChair transforms a familiar object into a functional landmark, reinforcing the idea that play does not end at the court lines but continues through how people gather, rest, and share the space.
Taeguk - Maple Bench Concept Design
This is a small prototype for a public bench concept that combines elements of the Canadian flag and the Korean Taegeuk symbol. The form explores the meeting point between two cultures and expresses the idea of belonging in a new place.
Nike Custom Bench Concept
This is a speculative Nike custom bench designed as a personal project several years ago. The structure reinterprets Nike’s iconic Swoosh form as a sculptural support, integrating branding directly into the furniture’s architecture. Envisioned in stainless steel, the bench emphasizes durability and a premium, industrial finish. It was designed for use in Nike retail environments such as flagship stores or brand spaces, functioning both as seating and as a visual statement. The image shown is a rendered visualization of the concept.
42195 Bench Concept
This is a personal concept project visualized as a rendered image. The bench is inspired by the marathon distance, 42.195 kilometers, transforming the iconic number into a playful yet functional seating object. Designed for use in shoe stores and athletic retail environments, the bench brings a sense of wit and storytelling into the fitting experience. By referencing endurance, movement, and achievement, the design connects the act of trying on shoes with the spirit of running and personal milestones. The piece functions both as practical furniture and as a sculptural brand element within retail spaces.
Nelson Town Bench Concept
Nelson Town Bench Prototype is a public seating design that integrates local identity directly into its form. The bench incorporates the word “NELSON” as a structural and visual element, embedding the town’s name into the act of sitting, resting, and gathering. Rather than treating text as surface decoration, the lettering is carved into the back structure of the bench, becoming part of its physical framework. This approach allows typography to function simultaneously as language, structure, and ornament. As people move around the bench, the letters reveal themselves gradually, shifting between readability and abstraction depending on the viewer’s position. Designed as a prototype, the bench explores how public furniture can act as a subtle landmark—something that residents recognize and visitors remember. It invites pause not only through comfort, but through familiarity, encouraging people to slow down and acknowledge where they are. By combining functionality with place-based typography, Nelson Town Bench Prototype reflects the idea that public seating can do more than support the body—it can also support local identity, memory, and a sense of belonging
