The first experiment in structural integrity we were given at Community College of Philadelphia was to build a chair capable of supporting a person made of only two 30" X 40" cardboard sheets. No glue-based fixatives were allowed, so joints were created with the existing cardboard. The circular base offers stability, while the inner 3 triangular sheets provide support, with armrests and a high backrest offering comfort.

Although an unconventional approach to support systems, this project gave the class a physical, hands-on introduction to material properties, and how specific forms (i.e. triangular shapes) can afford stronger structural support.