Stasis Set

With the growing interests in environment awareness, bamboo has cropped as a green alternative to other woody raw materials. From soft bath towels to sturdy buildings and homes, bamboo is used for products in nearly every industry.

This project aims to create awareness about the indegeous crafts and traditional knowledge systems of bamboo production.

The project aimed to engage with varied art and craft forms used by artisans in Barpeta district of Assam. With a contemporay vision it aims to integrate design industry and their skill-set in order to bring out innovative directions in future.

The project started with mapping the craft of a region called Barpeta, Assam with the help of the NGO, Raypur Jeewan Jyothi Rural Development Society.

Vision Statement- To change the perception of Indian bamboo products.

Design Direction- To play with bamboo and try to develop new tangibility and visual language in order to change the perception of the material. However, I believe that impressions can only be transfered and enhanced only if a person sees a stark a difference between what has been available in the market for ages and what advancement is offered now.

The Stasis Set- The word stasis stands for counterbalance, tension, harmony and togetherness. The two piece outdoor furniture set that I have created is essentially a represnetation of such expressions which are demonstrated in its design. The tensegrity and strength with which the furniture is held together is not only contemporary but also simple and sophisticated in its form.

Its two semi- circular attached structure tied together with white ropes give it the optimum tension to hold the backrest in position and gives a comfortable angle for the backrest.

The stand alone semi- circle piece can be used as a stool or as a foot rest. Its empty area at the bottom can be utilised as storage and a resting shelter for your pets therefore adding more value to it applications.