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David Rowan Johnson

David Rowan Johnson

Venice, CA, US

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Venice Lounger

Venice Lounger:  (Recycled skateboards + Birch Plywood)

 

The skateboard has had a long lasting and continuing effect on California’s culture and way of life.  As a reaction to this pervasive influence, the Venice lounger makes use of recycled skateboard decks, giving them a new life.   The skateboard has inherent qualities that are apt for furniture design.  It’s cross laminated  veneers give it added strength, while its curvature can be utilized to conform to the human body, making the chair highly ergonomic. WIth varied graphics and wear + tear, each chair is unique with a story to tell .
 

 

 
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Status: Built
Location: Venice, CA, US