It?s part of the Swedish giant?s limited-edition PS collection As part of its triennial, limited-edition, and often experimental ?PS collection,? Ikea has released a 3D-knitted armchair that is both lightweight and durable. Fabricated using a process that, according to Dezeen, is most commonly associated with Nike?s Flyknit line of shoes, the mesh-like material covering the frame of the chair offers flexibility and support without relying on bulky foam.
Because the process relies on computer-operated machines to weave pieces based on a digital design, the manufacturing process becomes more streamlined, and can also be easily integrated into a supplier?s existing operations, explains Sarah Fager, the chair?s designer: ?It's a really smart way to produce things, since it's fully automized.? The chair is available in pink and grey, in either a white or black frame, and will hit stores early next year.

Via: Dezeen

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