U S E L E S S
C H A I R S
The Process
Sketches
Every series begins with conceptual brainstorming, where sketches and simple titles set the foundation. These aren’t just planning tools—they’re an integral part of the creative process, capturing the initial spark of imagination.
Maquettes
After sketching, creating maquettes becomes a vital step in bringing the project to life. Working in three dimensions reveals new design possibilities and adds depth to the creative exploration. This hands-on stage often inspires unexpected ideas that shape the final work.
Full-Scale Sculptures
The journey culminates in full-scale creations. Workshop drawings are currently in development for the first full-sized chair. Stay tuned for updates and news on upcoming exhibitions as the series takes shape.
Maquette Gallery
Tall
Shallow
Capsize
Missing
Centered
Short
Pitched
Topple
Flip
Skew
Slim
On Edge
Slide
Bow
Jumble
About
Useless Chairs,
a series
"Useless Chairs" is a whimsical exploration of form, function, and absurdity. This series merges my love for models, miniatures, and the playful charm of humor. On the surface, these pieces might simply amuse—each one a delightful exercise in imagining the impossible act of sitting. Yet beneath the laughter lies a deeper truth: these chairs are, at their core, a self-portrait.
They reflect a profound, life-altering period of transition, often referred to as a midlife crisis—or Uranus opposition. It’s the moment that cracks open the shell of the first half of life, exposing us to a richer, uncharted second half. For me, this journey has been marked by a shift from logic, practicality, and "usefulness" to a life infused with feelings, creativity, and play—qualities that, in our culture (and certainly in the values I was raised with), can seem "useless."
For most of my life, I identified with my mind: my logic, my practicality. It was the foundation of who I thought I was. But this transition has revealed a deeper way of being—a truer self emerging, one that places emotions and creativity at the forefront. As I navigate this shift, I’m learning to follow my heart and inspiration, even when they contradict the dictates of my brain, societal expectations, or the voices of the past.
Through "Useless Chairs," I invite you to reconsider the concept of usefulness—not just in objects, but in life itself. What if the things that seem impractical, playful, or illogical are the very things that make life rich and meaningful? These chairs are a call to embrace creativity, feelings, and the freedom to follow inspiration, even when it doesn’t fit within conventional definitions of value. Perhaps, in the end, the greatest gift we can give ourselves is the courage to simply be... useless.