Mungenast / Morroni's 3D-Printed Ruffini Chair Combines Design and Sustainability
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Summary
The Ruffini chair, designed by German architecture studio Mungenast / Morroni, is a 3D-printed chair made from recycled plastic, showcasing innovative manufacturing and sustainability. Its sinuous, ribbon-like form is based on double-curved surfaces, allowing it to bear heavy loads with minimal material use. The chair was first exhibited at Munich's Ruffinihaus building in 2024.
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The Ruffini chair has a sinuous form that appears to billow in and out, with the seat taking on a ribbon-like shape.
The shape is based on double-curved surfaces, which can bear heavy loads with minimal use of material.
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