Three wooden rocking chairs with beige cushions, viewed from different angles against a dark background.

Rocking Chair

2023

Fall

A modular rocker inspired by tradition but built for today

A cozy living room with a patterned area rug, a wooden rocking chair with a Siamese cat resting on it, a brick fireplace, a wooden bookshelf filled with decorative items and books, and a mantel decorated with art and sculptures.

The Idea

Inspired by my grandmother’s Thonet chair, I set out to design a rocker that carried the same warmth but with lighter construction, modular assembly, and modern proportions.

Isometric and revised model dimensions of a lounge chair, showing side, front, top, and 3/4 views with measurements of 24 inches height and 45 inches length, including an incline angle of 110 degrees.

The Creation

I sketched and modeled multiple iterations, refining joinery and scale until the frame felt sturdy yet minimal. Each prototype brought the design closer to the balance of comfort and form.

White 3D printed chair on 3D printer bed in a workspace.

The Tools

I modeled the chair in Fusion 360 and tested details with 3D-printed prototypes, focusing on real-world joinery and ergonomics.

The Final Product

A contemporary rocking chair with clean lines, modular assembly, and lasting comfort. It shows how a classic form can be reinterpreted with modern tools and accessible construction.

A partially assembled wooden rocking chair with a beige cushioned seat, set against a dark background.
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