Hollow

Overview

Hollow (2006, Patricia Urquiola) is a system of modular panels of different sizes, hinged together to form back and armrest around a soft seat. The sofas that come from it are a small two-seater in two sizes and a small three-seater in two sizes.

Construction

• Panels: entirely upholstered and lined, with a concave plastic surface on the outside
• Covers: fabric, or leather, from limited categories
• Shell: plastic material, or plastic material and leather
• Core: a steel frame of tubes and profiles; flexible polyurethane foam, cold shaped; polyester fibre wrap
• Feet and joints: steel; the feet stand 30 cm (11 3/4 in) above the floor

Specifications

• HO230 three-seater: W 230 × D 77 cm; largest vertical value 69 cm, not labelled on the drawing

Panels on hinges

The page describes the project as a group of modular panels of different sizes that are assembled through hinges to act as back and armrest and to hold a soft seat. Legs block and support the panels.

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A concave outer surface

The panels are entirely upholstered and lined, and on the outside they show a concave plastic surface. The page says this visually moves the elements and enhances their effect of lightness.