Patio Stool
Fall 2025
Duration: 5 Weeks
Simple yet unique.
Design Objective
How can I design a special seat that I can bring outside for crowded nights on the house patio?
Research
Research included exploring design philosophies, form exploration, and observing human interactions with furniture.
Ideation
Initially exploring unique forms for inspiration.
Exploring simplistic forms.
Combining uniqueness and simplicity.
Final Design
Full Scale Drawing
Materiality
Ash
Unique blond color.
Workable.
Optimal for tight joinery.
Maple.
Lightweight.
Workable.
Impact Resistance.
Build Process
Router table for rounded corners.
Lathe for legs + rungs
Wedging and assembling pieces.
Design Challenge
My Solution: The second time around, I used calipers and a specific lathe tool to ensure precision on my tenons. I used this opportunity to create smoother legs and a consistent taper.
Loose tenons.
Final Product
