Studio Aeroplane Co., Ltd.

GRANDMA’S BACKYARD BENCH

Senior-friendly furniture designed to support the physical and emotional strengths of our beloved grandmother

This bench is part of our grandmother's 40-year-old house renovation project to facilitate senior living. We found that one of the features to make the house more elderly-friendly is to keep its residents active throughout the day. Therefore, by adding seating at various spots within a short distance, we hope to encourage our grandmother to take a walk and enjoy the change of scenery every day.

Placed in a semi-outdoor vestibule, Grandma’s Backyard Bench serves dual functions. One is to provide an outdoor seat where our grandmother can feel the afternoon breeze from the backyard garden while having a clear view of the front gate. Another is to serve as a catch-all console. Constructed with solid golden teak that matches the existing wood frame around the house, the bench is designed to stay with the family for generations. The solid armrests with full grip and smooth edges mimic the handle of a walking cane to assist in getting up and sitting down. Additionally, its seat is intentionally widened so grandma can share seating with her grandchildren.

Client:   
Ms. Jiraporn L.

Completion Date:  
December 2020

Scope of Service:
Furniture Design

Credits:
Fabricator • Plato