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  • Опубликовано: 6 авг 2024
  • We gave a pair of designers with very different styles one day to completely transform the same folding lawn chair, turning one of the most familiar furniture items in the world into something more personalized and expressive. Furniture designer Alex Hsu operates with a thoughtful, playful and craft-focused philosophy while artist and furniture maker Lauren Verdugo describes her work as sculptural, functional, and sustainable. Which directions will inspiration lead our designers when they turn their eyes towards redesigning a classic outdoor furniture piece?
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    Website: www.alexhsudesign.com/
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    0:00 Introduction
    1:06 Part I - Designing
    1:46 Part II - Building
    11:14 Part III - Unveiling
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  • @H-Vox
    @H-Vox 2 года назад +1739

    If this was made into a full length show I'd never miss an episode...

    • @anniekate76
      @anniekate76 2 года назад +16

      Check out the show Flea Market Flip, it is somewhat similar

    • @matheussanthiago9685
      @matheussanthiago9685 2 года назад +3

      Right?

    • @DouglasLambert
      @DouglasLambert 2 года назад +5

      Yeah, this should be a show. 100%!

    • @susanj8158
      @susanj8158 2 года назад +1

      agreed!!

    • @shelly5224
      @shelly5224 2 года назад +4

      Ellen's next great designer was like this but didn't last very long.

  • @Natural_20
    @Natural_20 2 года назад +796

    Both of the chairs came out beautiful. I loved how honest they were too, they were made more for aesthetic then comfort. I'm amazed at how this could all be done in a day.

  • @sarahmalik6134
    @sarahmalik6134 2 года назад +284

    The last scene of them enjoying each other’s work is so wholesome

  • @MarkyTeriyaki
    @MarkyTeriyaki 2 года назад +567

    My mom is a designer and every single chair in her house is impossible to sit in, but it looks amazing there interior-wise.

    • @adamharris5003
      @adamharris5003 2 года назад +33

      That doesn't sound too functional

    • @LucyTheLightbringer
      @LucyTheLightbringer 2 года назад +20

      @@adamharris5003 form > function

    • @lovingmayberry307
      @lovingmayberry307 2 года назад +16

      @@LucyTheLightbringer
      Not always.

    • @MarkyTeriyaki
      @MarkyTeriyaki 2 года назад +20

      @@adamharris5003 Welcome to the world of design!

    • @REDnBLACKnRED
      @REDnBLACKnRED 2 года назад +53

      @@adamharris5003 There's a reason that some chairs from designers like Arne Jacobsen and Marcel Breuer become classics, because they find a way to marry form and function. It's very hard to do. And often the chair is considered the ultimate challenge for a furniture designer because there's only so many ways to make a chair both beautiful and comfortable.

  • @johan_r59
    @johan_r59 Год назад +67

    I love how they did such similar things, but ended up with such drastically different end results!

  • @thenarwhalinraybans
    @thenarwhalinraybans Год назад +21

    Thank you to everyone that has shown our chairs and this video some love!

  • @aaakirafilm
    @aaakirafilm 2 года назад +685

    This was so refreshing and interesting, seeing two people passionate about what they do

    • @vortexronin6448
      @vortexronin6448 2 года назад +1

      Oh its such an intelligent,refresshing and intresting video,it totally changed my life and the way i look on things.Human courage is increadible and amazing.

    • @WaterspoutsOfTheDeep
      @WaterspoutsOfTheDeep 2 года назад

      Given they are designers they both might want to look into new glasses lmao especially the woman. God those clear glasses are hideous.

    • @Braham_the_Terror
      @Braham_the_Terror 2 года назад +3

      @@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep who are you?

  • @jmbwithcats
    @jmbwithcats 2 года назад +147

    Lauren's chair wins imo, it looks so much more comfortable and it folds perfectly. Amazing job.

  • @karengerber8390
    @karengerber8390 2 года назад +60

    I love how positive & respectful of each other they were.
    Thank you!

  • @suzienothing9855
    @suzienothing9855 2 года назад +51

    It was so satisfying to see them both go through the same process at the same time, nicely edited! And i loved both results

  • @ahsu91
    @ahsu91 2 года назад +192

    Thanks so much for watching! Let me know if you have any questions and I'll do my best to answer them!

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 года назад +4

      Can you tell me where my keys are?

    • @sazennonumber
      @sazennonumber 2 года назад +2

      @@jonhohensee3258 you threw them out with the garbage.

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 года назад +1

      @@sazennonumber - Ummm... you are not Alex.

    • @sazennonumber
      @sazennonumber 2 года назад +3

      Alex, one question regarding the cork, if that's okay. In your experience, does the cork still crumble after it's glued to a surface? I was going to use cork for a project, but I wasn't sure if it would crumble.. Thank you.

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 года назад

      @@sazennonumber NO, it's NOT okay. OKAY???

  • @livinginthenow
    @livinginthenow 2 года назад +48

    Both of these chairs were creative takes on the original. For me, though, I'd have to go with that gorgeous wooden beauty Lauren made. Holy chatoyance!

  • @camnova
    @camnova 2 года назад +10

    More of this content please, this is so refreshing to watch on AD

  • @camilamartinez7480
    @camilamartinez7480 2 года назад +85

    She describes the armrests mistakes the way I would describe putting eyeliner on.

  • @Sunshine-zm1fx
    @Sunshine-zm1fx 2 года назад +121

    This video is fantastic! I loved seeing two artists interpret a project on their own and compare. I really appreciated the intelligent discussion about art and design, and the artist's personal viewpoint. This was an excellent video, and I hope you make more like this in the future.

  • @cherieannese1132
    @cherieannese1132 2 года назад +14

    I LOVE these challenges of designers taking accessible items and making them bespoke designer pieces with thoughtful details.
    Very inspirational
    Thank you!!! Please make more challenges like these

  • @Ntyler01mil
    @Ntyler01mil 2 года назад +40

    A combo of both these approaches would be awesome. I really like Lauren's seat and armrests, and they look more comfortable to me.
    I really like the look of the slats Alex made, and the saddle washers, and I think they make a really nice back.

  • @neitherworld
    @neitherworld 2 года назад +61

    I love this series so much, it's so educational to see the artist's intention and technique as they make it

  • @user-ef5id9km3p
    @user-ef5id9km3p 2 года назад +5

    Both these chairs are so so good. If I had to choose one, I would probably have to choose Alex's quirky cork and laminate chair, just love the quirkiness and artiness of it, a statement chair. But I love the arm rests on Lauren's chair, the rounded edges and the grain, just gorgeous.

  • @MakeSomething
    @MakeSomething 2 года назад +88

    OH MY! This was so good! Totally inspired!

  • @TR4zest
    @TR4zest 2 года назад +16

    What a pleasant way to spend a quarter-hour. Two lovely people, cool designers with great ideas, beautifully executed.

  • @vickigonya9432
    @vickigonya9432 2 года назад +30

    I love how positive you guys are of one another's projects!!! Both are awesone❤

  • @MrJohnnyboyrebel
    @MrJohnnyboyrebel 2 года назад +30

    Both are fantastic ideas that showcase the designer’s creativity and thoughtfulness. Now I’m eyeing my old lawn chairs with some ideas to transform them!

  • @Danthree.studio
    @Danthree.studio 10 месяцев назад

    Wow, this video was a masterclass in creativity! It's incredible to see how Alex and Lauren, with their different approaches, both managed to breathe new life into a simple folding chair. It goes to show that inspiration truly has no limits. Can't wait for more collabs like this! 👏🛋🎨

  • @absolutelyfab
    @absolutelyfab 2 года назад +26

    Please make more of these "2 Designers Transform" videos!!!!

  • @brandoniswhoiam
    @brandoniswhoiam 2 года назад +30

    I’d love to see a group of designers transform an all-white space into whatever they want!

  • @angellaidley2946
    @angellaidley2946 2 года назад +11

    Sometime it’s good just to have a conversation piece

  • @SheriLynNut
    @SheriLynNut Год назад

    This was such a great episode, love both these artisans. Both chairs are beautiful. Alex’s chair is reminiscent of a mid century aesthetic, very hip. And Lauren’s is warm and sleek.

  • @dacemace8392
    @dacemace8392 2 года назад +5

    They're both so, so talented!

  • @aclementine9928
    @aclementine9928 2 года назад +16

    Both turned out really great! I like how they were learning from each other at the end.

  • @andreaandrea6716
    @andreaandrea6716 2 года назад +1

    My favourite part of this is the reveal. Both Artists did a stunning job. Wow. They were boring to listen to (explaining their processes of working), but their end pieces are BEAUTIFUL!! And they were very sweet with each other, which counts for a LOT in my book. I'm very impressed. Really lovely creations and both of them are talented craftspeople.

  • @ricecakeaddict
    @ricecakeaddict 2 года назад +5

    Absolutely LOVE the way Alex used the laminate samples 😍😍😍

  • @jusmecatalina
    @jusmecatalina 2 года назад +15

    I’d love more of these segments, showcasing all these talented and innovative artists

  • @wickandde
    @wickandde 2 года назад +3

    Appreciate both of their work but for me in love with Lauren's chair, wowzers

  • @deniselinton5803
    @deniselinton5803 2 года назад +3

    Lauren’s chair was beyond beautiful, she used all the ideals she designs by and the result was just beautiful. I think her chair would be comfortable, she took time out to create curves that would make it comfortable. His chair is merely for looks, a plant holder or something like that.

  • @civilizeddiva
    @civilizeddiva Год назад

    11:48-12:03: I love listening to professionals discussing their craft

  • @taysty
    @taysty 2 года назад +2

    these 2 seem like some of the chillest ppl of all time

  • @eljay_h
    @eljay_h 2 года назад +7

    Please do more videos like this!! I really enjoyed it! They both did amazing work 👏 👏

  • @AndreaArzensek
    @AndreaArzensek 2 года назад +15

    This was really cool. I'd give my vote to his chair because he was more venturing into different materials and it came out more interesting.
    She was playing on a safe bet with just slabs and natural beauty of rosewood. Definitely more beautiful chair and more comfortable, but dead simple.

  • @DizzyIzzyMom
    @DizzyIzzyMom 2 года назад +3

    I loved both designs….but honestly the woo was my favorite. What a new pickup line….’want to make some sawdust’. How cute

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 года назад

      The woo???

    • @ireadysucks3026
      @ireadysucks3026 2 года назад

      @@jonhohensee3258 Maybe he’s talking about Alex and just can’t spell his name? Good question

  • @LKonstantina915
    @LKonstantina915 2 года назад +14

    Love both chairs but I think im gonna go with Lauren's one. Simple yet effective design, seems very combortable. I love the colors Alex used for his but the surface would feel uncomfortable if i was to sit wearing shorts lol

  • @lorrainegatzke1048
    @lorrainegatzke1048 2 года назад +7

    Wow, those workshops are beautiful, love the tool selection. 💖👍

  • @gennaterra
    @gennaterra 2 года назад +4

    Two great designers with the synergy of possitive thoughts and ideas. Lovely piece, AD..

  • @Oonagh72
    @Oonagh72 2 года назад +1

    I’m first impressed they got the chairs to fold. Secondly I’m impressed with how quickly they got it done. Thirdly even though I personally don’t like their designs, I love how creative the designs are. I would buy these chairs for no other reason than the fact that they are different. Finally I think this is a great idea for someone who wants to play around with any medium. All the ergonomics and mechanics are there’s you can design around them.

  • @PlantBia
    @PlantBia 2 года назад +3

    this series is the best!
    I love how it shows a range of crativity and possibility so respectfully towards the designers and the original product

  • @t.pisani8239
    @t.pisani8239 2 года назад +3

    I really enjoyed this. Not even for the design challenge but just to see the approach to woodworking. Seemed almost identical for both designers.

    • @thenarwhalinraybans
      @thenarwhalinraybans Год назад +1

      I think it is because we both were formally trained in woodworking! It was nice to not play a "DIYer" role :)

  • @dianebaker5243
    @dianebaker5243 2 года назад +14

    Love the chairs so unique beautiful craft work 😍 👌

  • @DiegoC58
    @DiegoC58 2 года назад +1

    That “does it fold” hahah

  • @FlameMage2
    @FlameMage2 2 года назад +4

    This was cool, I wouldn't mind seeing you guys work with like a week or a month of time but that's more involving to be certain.

  • @jadedone6900
    @jadedone6900 2 года назад +1

    Not only did I find this video interesting, but I also appreciate how it shows the time required to make a custom piece.

  • @georgemurray752
    @georgemurray752 2 года назад +4

    Love seeing this kind of applied creativity. Great video!

  • @Nnnqqq689
    @Nnnqqq689 2 года назад +5

    please post more these transformation furniture piece. amazing!!!!

  • @SuraiyahBaksh
    @SuraiyahBaksh 2 года назад +2

    This should honestly be a series

  • @rebeccavalicoff1581
    @rebeccavalicoff1581 2 года назад +2

    Oh my! My hat off to you both! It's so nice to see young people design and create art!

  • @melisacruz9331
    @melisacruz9331 2 года назад +3

    the original and the finished project chairs are beautiful!

  • @Monroemanordogs
    @Monroemanordogs Год назад

    impressed. You can tell they really love their craft.

  • @jdrummerdd
    @jdrummerdd 2 года назад +4

    this was AMAZING, please more of this stuff

  • @florenceoj3780
    @florenceoj3780 2 года назад +2

    awww.... Love love love the unveiling part. so sweet. both pieces are amazing. it's interesting to watch and the suspense is real :)

  • @yousefkifaya3812
    @yousefkifaya3812 2 года назад +6

    you gotta make more 2 designers videos

  • @HeleneLogan
    @HeleneLogan 2 года назад +5

    Both chairs are fabulous! I love both of their approaches. Great content.

  • @KirstenNGlass
    @KirstenNGlass Год назад +4

    I have been binging these videos. They are great! I love the support the artists give each other, I love the cool projects they come up with. Great concept!

  • @dorothythorpe6183
    @dorothythorpe6183 2 года назад +1

    Fantastic! This was a lot of fun to watch artists/craftsmen do their thing! Two beautiful end results!

  • @sazennonumber
    @sazennonumber 2 года назад +4

    Great chairs, both of them. Especially considering a deadline. Well done Lauren and Alex!

  • @ayaazthaliph2108
    @ayaazthaliph2108 2 года назад

    Hats off to these designers..

  • @heirkar6079
    @heirkar6079 2 года назад

    whoever came up with this series at AD needs a raise

  • @adrianalara8464
    @adrianalara8464 2 года назад +4

    I love both projects!

  • @m.5748
    @m.5748 2 года назад +3

    Wow! You are Both So Talented!
    I Enjoyed your video very much!
    Thanks! 🙂

  • @mohammadgm8463
    @mohammadgm8463 2 года назад +1

    I really love these challenges please keep em comings & salute to both of them I liked both chairs each one is unique

  • @annarecio7402
    @annarecio7402 2 года назад +1

    Both creative and beautiful. You two have so much talent. I have a few of those chairs that really need an upgrade, but since I don't have all those wonderful tools will have to use the good old sewing machine.

  • @Opal_Sky
    @Opal_Sky 2 года назад +1

    They were both so fantastic!

  • @SharonGus
    @SharonGus 2 года назад +2

    What a fun episode! Thank you! Would love to see more like this one.

  • @jaseone1516
    @jaseone1516 2 года назад +1

    Lauren is very endearing. Alex also. They should film more stuff together if they haven't already

  • @studiokaufman
    @studiokaufman 2 года назад

    Amazing to watch parallel executions,
    with tremendous results by both. 2-thumbs up for both Alex and Lauren, and of course AD-for a video well made! (Do some more!)

  • @heatherdeavalon
    @heatherdeavalon 2 года назад +2

    Love these videos! Beautiful work 👏

  • @zlatafruhling1948
    @zlatafruhling1948 Год назад

    Oh, Lauren's chair is so amazing. I wanna do it myself too.
    🤗

  • @nmbr6kid
    @nmbr6kid Год назад

    These are fabulous!! I would definitely watch this as a series 🙌♥️

  • @hnycreek
    @hnycreek 2 года назад

    Both are made equally incredible!!!

  • @jroxas0128
    @jroxas0128 2 года назад +1

    Keep doing this series!! Sooo good!

  • @ElizabethRival
    @ElizabethRival 2 года назад

    They both seem so wholesome and I hope they become best friends for life.

  • @curtischildress9580
    @curtischildress9580 2 года назад +2

    Lauren Verdugo won the contest in my opinion. Very pretty result.

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 года назад +1

      Was it a contest?

    • @curtischildress9580
      @curtischildress9580 2 года назад

      @@jonhohensee3258 Sort of a contest simply because people have opposing opinions. The main reason for these 2 folks doing their own unique designs was to see their unique results.

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 года назад

      @@curtischildress9580 WRONG

    • @curtischildress9580
      @curtischildress9580 2 года назад

      @@jonhohensee3258 OK. We all have opinions. You'll discover this fact as you journey through life. Enjoy!

    • @jonhohensee3258
      @jonhohensee3258 2 года назад

      @@curtischildress9580 Some opinions have more value than others.

  • @gregh378
    @gregh378 2 года назад +1

    These are two very talented designers!

  • @gelosoriano
    @gelosoriano 2 года назад

    Both turned out beautiful!! 💗

  • @pinstripeowl
    @pinstripeowl 2 года назад +1

    Love this video! Absolutely would have that natural wooden chair, but the slat chair also had some interesting features - like the cork!

  • @Brian-os9qj
    @Brian-os9qj 2 года назад

    Satisfying to watch, inspiring for the future. Thx for your efforts & creations.

  • @norawotton5440
    @norawotton5440 2 года назад +19

    Loved this! I’d love to see more videos like this.

  • @helia3979
    @helia3979 2 года назад +2

    You guys did an awesome job 👌

  • @accordionbabe
    @accordionbabe Год назад

    Wow! What skills and creative chairs. More.

  • @anonymousstranger0516
    @anonymousstranger0516 2 года назад

    "sanding's therapeutic"
    AMEN 😂

  • @morticiagomez6166
    @morticiagomez6166 Год назад

    Two lovely, talented people x

  • @gauravvikalp
    @gauravvikalp 2 года назад

    I really love this series!

  • @gordonsmith9263
    @gordonsmith9263 2 года назад

    Beautiful work on both sides! Thanks.

  • @juliahelland6488
    @juliahelland6488 2 года назад

    Great looking chairs! Thanks for sharing this ❣️

  • @Trumblocity
    @Trumblocity 2 года назад

    These two are very talented. Bravo 👏

  • @hnttakata713
    @hnttakata713 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful

  • @karaahn
    @karaahn 2 года назад +3

    Would love to see more videos like this!!!

  • @janelandry6584
    @janelandry6584 2 года назад

    This was so great! I loved hearing the reasons behind what they did.

  • @wrightwrva
    @wrightwrva Год назад

    Love them both

  • @john.dough.
    @john.dough. 2 года назад

    I can't believe this doesn't have more views!

  • @CatskillsGrrl
    @CatskillsGrrl 2 года назад

    I loved this. What lovely people.

  • @mariyadimitrova2097
    @mariyadimitrova2097 2 года назад +1

    More of these pls