Grounded (Raeburn Collaboration Chair)
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Overview:
Grounded is a collaborative seating piece combining reclaimed treadmill components with decommissioned military-grade textiles. Developed with Christopher Raeburn, the chair merges industrial waste with technical fabric design. The piece explores transformation across industries fitness equipment and military surplus, resulting in a hybrid product with both functional and narrative depth.
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How it was made
The frame was constructed from reclaimed treadmill steel components, with rollers and belts forming the seat base. Upholstery was created by Christopher Raeburn using decommissioned Lynx helicopter windscreen covers. The headrest integrates a transformable textile element, functioning as both cushion and wearable coat, adding an interactive layer to the piece.
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Turn waste into worth
Through skilled craft from joinery to stitching, materials are transformed into enduring, functional creations.