yoichi yamamoto architects: 2D/3D chairs for issey miyake images courtesy of yoichi yamamoto architects
japanese firm yoichi yamamoto architects has completed ‘2D/3D chairs’ for tokyo fashion labels issey miyake store. featuring a series of traditional dining chairs, the installation transforms from a two dimensional graphic into a tangible piece. the perspective is manipulated creating a unique appearance from different vantage points for onlookers. graphics of legs in varying perspectives are printed onto a horizontal plane while the chair backs rest upon the surface.
the blue chairs display colored hats through the store window
the seat backs maintain a seamless transition from the graphics by utilizing assorted sizes, heights and placed at diverse angles. clothing items are then displayed upon the installation in a casual manner appearing as though someone tossed it onto their household furniture. currently a collection of vibrant hats designed by akio hirata are presented to shoppers by resting upon the electric blue backs.
vibrant hats contrast with the blue chairs
left: installation used as display for clothing, right: hats resting upon the seat and back of chairs
detail
left: detail of 2d and 3d chairs merging, right: hat resting upon chair back
varying chair heights
raised platform
akiro hirata hat
akiro hirata hat exhibition
store window
store window
view from street at night
floor plan / level 0
section
elevation
diagram
proposal featuring 2D/3D vases
proposal featuring a 2D/3D city