YACHI CHEN

Gold Prize

Learning from Nature’s Architects

moriden casa｜Nest Hanging Chair

A weaver bird builds its nest
not for appearance,
but to carry the weight of life.

Nest Hanging Chair begins from this principle.

We redefine the hanging chair
not as a suspended object,
but as a constructed system.

The entire framework, hardware, and load-bearing structure
are made entirely of 304 stainless steel.

This is not merely a material choice,
but a commitment to craftsmanship and safety—

so that every load,
every shift of weight,
is met with a clear and stable response.

The woven, enveloping form
naturally supports the body,
bringing motion back to a controlled and reassuring range.

This sense of security
does not come from perception,
but from the structure itself.

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When placed within a space,
it is no longer just a chair,
but a place to stay.

Moments of ease and quiet joy,
without reason,
happen here.

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In nature, a nest is built for survival.
Here, it becomes part of living.