Office Chair Shaped Like a Coffin

There are cases where office chairs are designed in the shape of coffins, such as the "The Last Shift Office Chair" designed by British designer Chairbox.

Appearance and Material

The "The Last Shift Office Chair" strictly follows the shape and lines of a typical coffin in appearance, providing a direct and powerful visual impact. Its overall shape is long and narrow, with slightly upturned ends, closely resembling the outline of a traditional coffin. In terms of material, the interior of this chair is mainly made of wood. This choice not only gives the chair a certain texture and weight but also echoes the materials commonly used for coffins, further reinforcing its unique design style. Additionally, to meet the aesthetic needs of different consumers, it offers a variety of color options such as natural wood, brown wood, and mahogany, allowing people to choose according to their personal preferences while experiencing its unique design.

Design Intent

The design of this chair is not merely for novelty and uniqueness but carries profound social implications. It aims to satirize the crazy overtime culture in modern society. In today's fast-paced society, many people often work long hours and sacrifice their rest time and health for their jobs. By using the coffin shape as a design element, the "The Last Shift Office Chair" intends to remind people of the serious harm to health caused by long working hours through this direct and shocking approach. Being in a high-intensity work state for a long time puts immense pressure on both the body and mind, just like walking towards a "coffin" and gradually consuming one's life. At the same time, it reflects the dull and oppressive work atmosphere. Coffins usually give people a heavy and oppressive feeling, and this chair combines it with an office chair, implying the oppression and boredom that many people feel at work and triggering people to think about the balance between work and life.