Stockholm, Sweden

Introducing a visionary leap in sustainable furniture design, this piece exemplifies the incredible potential of large-scale 3D printing technology by utilizing innovative materials such as recycled fishing nets and wood fiber. This pioneering approach not only champions environmental responsibility by repurposing ocean waste but also pushes the boundaries of craftsmanship and design possibilities in modern furniture.

Kelp Collection by Interesting Times Gang AB, won a 2025 Good Design Award from The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and European Centre for Architecture, Art, Design, and Urban Studies.

The chair’s design draws deep inspiration from the rugged, enchanting oceanic landscapes of the Swedish west coast archipelago, capturing the essence of its natural beauty and serenity. Its flowing, organic contours mimic the unrestricted movements found in marine life and underwater currents, creating a visual and tactile impression as if the chair had naturally formed on the ocean floor itself. This seamless blend of form and function offers an ergonomic flow that supports the human body intuitively, enhancing both comfort and aesthetic appeal.

For the designer, this chair is far more than just a piece of furniture — it stands as a heartfelt homage to the formative years spent in those coastal surroundings and a poignant tribute to the fading environments of his youth. It embodies a personal narrative of connection, loss, and reverence, transforming the chair into his ultimate love letter to the ocean and landscapes that shaped his identity. Through this creation, the designer invites users to engage with a story of place, memory, and sustainability, making each interaction with the chair a deeply meaningful experience.

Designer: Alexander Westerlund, Interesting Times Gang AB., Stockholm, Sweden
Manufacturer: Interesting Times Gang AB., Stockholm, Sweden