Halcyon – Modular Campus Furniture

A flexible seating solution designed for comfort, interaction, and adaptability.

Role: Solo Designer
Tools: Sketching, Photoshop, Fusion 360, AI Tools
Duration: 12 Weeks
Focus: Modular Design, Campus Utility, Human-Centered Design

Overview

Halcyon is a modular furniture system designed for university campuses. Inspired by the tranquil Halcyon bird, the system invites rest, conversation, and casual reconfiguration through its curving, hollow forms and magnetic connections.

The main seating module, crafted from painted wood, features a hollow interior for storing books, bags, or even offering shelter for pets. A secondary cube-shaped module doubles as a side table, stool, or dining surface.

Design Highlights

Reversible orientation allows multiple seating arrangements
Magnetic joints enable fast, tool-free reconnections
Removable and washable cushions ensure hygiene
Modular packaging allows flat shipment and easy assembly

Reflection

This project taught me the importance of designing for both structure and spontaneity. Furniture, especially in shared public spaces, should support multiple rhythms of use, from quick solo breaks to spontaneous social gatherings.