Couch in an Envelope is a new generation of comfort.”Ĭouch in an Envelope was on show during this year’s 3daysofdesign festival in Copenhagen, Denmark. “We wanted to simplify the material composition, prioritise weight, disassembly and circularity. “Comfort is primarily the main requirement when designing a couch, which can compromise durability and sustainability,” said Stefano Panterotto, the co-founder of Panter&Tourron. Because of its modularity and lightweight nature, it can be easily transported both in the delivery phase but also when moving it from property to property. in terms of materials, the prototype has been crafted from aluminium, cellulose based fabrics and yarns, and mycelium foam – making it totally recyclable. In addition, multiple couches can be joined together to create a larger seating area – if so requried. The final design sees a flat base and adjustable ‘wings’ which can be lifted or lowered depending on the needs of the space. The project is an agenda for change, inspiring the design community to move further towards a couch that is better for us - and the planet.” However beloved it is, the couch is often a strain on people owing to its weight, the planet due to its design intricacies, and a burden on the friends who generously help us to move. “The couch, as we know it today, is a complicated and high-maintenance piece of furniture to find and to move. “This project began as a way to challenge problematic design archetypes,” says Georgina McDonald, Creative & Partnerships at SPACE10. To remedy this, the designers began adding more prompts and descriptions to bring about fresh perspectives, such as ‘platform,’ ‘lightweight,’ ‘sustainable,’ ‘recyclable,’ and ‘easy to move’. However, when prompted by this term alone, the same typical shapes and designs were being thrown out. Its development has been assisted by AI – a process that began by using the word “couch” across a number of AI tools or platforms. It aims to reimagine an archetypal piece of home furniture, and transform it into something that better serves both people and planet. The “Couch in an Envelope” project is rooted in the issues facing society today.
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