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GRAND PRIZE IN MOBILITY DESIGN 2007
Pilot Mylène Benoit The concept Two designs for departure lounge seats – dubbed Cabin and Crew – make waiting for a flight more comfortable. The chairs can be aligned in rows or clustered together to fit perfectly in any space. The Cabin seat is conducive to relaxation and conversation; the Crew seat is best for impromptu meetings and catching up on work. According to Benoit, when compared to a traditional departure lounge, Pilot offers 18 percent more seats, 20 percent more space per seat, 36 percent more seat availability and five times as many tables. The designer Recognized for her student work, Mylène Benoit is an emerging furniture designer. An internship at Groupe Lacasse gave this 2006 Université de Montréal industrial design grad insight into product development. Benoit is studying for a management diploma. What the jury said “Applies the design logic of first-class cabins to the entire departure lounge. Most impressive, though I’d have to sit in it to have a sense of its psychological effect.” “The designs are modern and clean, and there has been a great deal of thought put into the material and shape of every seat. As a frequent flyer, I appreciate the design and I’m excited to see the first airport to implement this configuration.” “Provides a clever solution to enhance your experience while being mobile in groups or alone. I find the solution extremely inviting. It creates a dynamic environment while in transit.” |
