Peer Choice & Practical Excellence

ReSeat was built from reclaimed plywood taken from discarded furniture and offcuts collected from local workshops. Imperfections were left visible, so every grain and mark from the material’s previous life remains.

At the centre of the piece was a built-in chessboard that invited passers-by to stop, sit and play. A removable cushion, made from locally produced cotton fabric and repurposed foam, added comfort and let ReSeat work as a stool, a table or storage. Its low, compact proportions brought people close together and encouraged informal conversation.