STR STOOL

The s.t.r. (steel threaded rod) series starts from a pragmatic need and evolves into an experimental exploration of the latent potential of ordinary construction elements. Emerging from a hands-on, DIY approach, standard threaded rods and off-the-shelf steel brackets typically concealed within structures, are brought to the forefront and reassembled into a visible, expressive system. The result is a family of objects where structure, assembly, and aesthetics become inseparable.

The stool introduces movement and adjustment into the system. Its height is regulated through rotation along the threaded axis, transforming a basic construction element into an active mechanism. The object operates somewhere between furniture and instrument, inviting direct interaction rather than passive use.

At the same time, the stool develops a more articulated structural language. Oversized washers are inserted into the system, layered and interwoven in a triangular logic that reinforces stability while generating a distinct visual identity. Through repetition and slight displacement, these elements evolve from technical components into sculptural features.

Achieving this balance between lightness and strength required multiple iterations. Working with slender rods and seemingly fragile connections, the challenge was to support significant loads through precision rather than mass. The final object embodies this process: a compact, visibly assembled structure that performs reliably over time.

In use for several years as part of the studio’s meeting space, the stool has proven both durable and stable. Its long-term performance confirms the initial premise of the project that even the simplest elements, when carefully assembled, can produce robust and enduring objects.