The Blurred Lines Between Functional Design and Aesthetic Art

The Blurred Lines Between Functional Design and Aesthetic Art

In the quiet, sterilized halls of the Museum of Modern Art, a peculiar object rests beneath a spotlight. To the unconditioned eye, it appears to be a chair—specifically, the Lockheed Lounge by Marc Newson. Yet, this is no ordinary piece of furniture. It is a fluid, riveted aluminum form that looks more like a droplet … Read more