IDSA 2024 DAAPWorks Best Synthesis of Inspiration

Haas is the chair inspired by the iconic typeface Helvetica, incorporating the details of the typeface’s characteristics into a three dimensional form. Haas embraces Helvetica’s boldness and simplicity, featuring a monolithic, blocky form based on the lowercase ‘t’. Finished with a striking red, matching the bold graphic designs associated with Helvetica.

Materials - Poplar Wood

PROCESS

Helvetica

San-Serif
Iconic
Timeless
Modern
Versatile

Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee
Ff Gg Hh Ii Jj Kk
Ll Mm Nn Oo Pp
Qq Rr Ss Tt Uu
Vv Ww Xx Yy ZZ

Prototypes

3D Prints

Quick Full Scale Prototype

Building Haas

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