Chairs: MIT's Unlikely Design Masters

Dive into the world of design at MIT, where students aren't just solving math problems but are crafting chairs to learn the essence of design! Professor Larry Sass turns the humble chair into a canvas for creativity, blending computational tools with hands-on construction. From gentle containment to chairs that hug you back, discover how students transform plywood into masterpieces. Who knew a chair could teach you so much about design, technology, and comfort? Get the full scoop from MIT's innovative classroom!

The Chair Challenge - Designing Your World

Imagine the chair you’re sitting in right now. What makes it comfortable, or maybe not so much? Designing a chair might seem simple at first glance, but it’s a complex challenge that teaches us a lot about the world of design, and more importantly, about problem-solving in everyday life. At MIT, students learn through the process of creating a chair that design is not just about making something look good but about creating an experience. This journey of crafting a chair helps students understand the importance of aesthetics, function, and the user's needs. It's a perfect example of how design impacts every part of our lives, from the apps we use to the spaces we live in. For you, this could mean looking at your surroundings with a new perspective, appreciating the thought behind every object, and maybe even inspiring you to design solutions for your own life challenges.