This chair design challenge is built from %100 cardboard with a unique reclining capability. By pushing the back seat portion, the leg rest lifts with a simple lever mechanism connecting the two components.
The lever mechanism was initially tested using pins, Bristol board, and a tack wall. I also made a lego model and small scale chair model to further develop the mechanism and chair design
The design challenge required us to use only two 4x8 ft pieces of cardboard. I completed a lot of calculations to make sure I would have enough material and also to calculate all of the required angles for my design
The following images showcase how the model is put together without the use of any adhesives or fasteners
The remaining images are the in process photos taken
