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*Studio Orson Welles
Studio Orson Welles
Jadran film
Studio Orson Welles
Ul. Rudolfa Kolaka 12
10000 Zagreb
TUE 6–9PM
WED–FRI 2–9PM
SAT–SUN 11AM–9PM
*garden 12PM
WED 6–9PM
THU–FRI 2–9PM
SAT–SUN 11AM–9PM
*garden 2AM
The project CELL explores the topic of microplastics and their impact on the environment. Through research, the author discovered that microplastics reach plants, trees, and crops and can halt their growth—an insight that inspired the shape of this chair: a low auxiliary stool produced with 3D printing. The design draws from the history of Croatian household furniture and traditional stools but modernizes the form with a circular seat and sturdy legs. The inspiration comes from microscopic images of wood tissue, combining shapes like circles, ellipses, and triangles and colors such as pink, red, and purple into a pattern that wraps around the stool. This structure reflects microscopic patterns, shaping a new 3D furniture piece intended as an installation that invites reflection on microplastics. The concept narrates the interaction between microplastics and wood as an inspiration for shape and aesthetics. The outer surface features purple and pink, while the interior is yellow-green, symbolizing the toxic microplastic hidden inside the wood. The chair consists of eight parts, is lightweight and can be printed at home using recycled filament. Holes on the surface help reduce weight and make it easier to carry. This project highlights the issue of microplastics and opens a speculative space for reconciling ecology and technology.
Petar Cherchi is a third-year undergraduate student at the School of Design – Industrial Design program. During his studies, he has participated in competitions and exhibitions, including Volvo Croatia’s Small Ideas, the DA! Festival, and Zagreb Design Week 2024. He plans to enroll in the graduate program at the same faculty and continue his education in his hometown of Zagreb.