INNOVATIVE TULIP-SHAPED SEATS ARE NEW IN DESIGN AND COMFORT
Abstract
This article analyzes the Tulpi chair project, one of the achievements of modern Dutch design. In the context of increasing demands for aesthetic appearance, functional comfort and environmental sustainability in urban spaces, the Tulpi design deserves attention as an innovative solution. The article examines the possibilities of aesthetically enriching the urban environment, strengthening social ties and creating user comfort in public spaces through this design example. It also analyzes the principles of ensuring the harmony of design and functionality through the choice of shape, color and material of the Tulpi chair.
Keywords
Tulpi design, Dutch design, urban environment, public spaces, ecological design, modern architecture, urban aesthetics, functional architecture.
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