Mind the gap

Description

In the context of climate change, public transport is becoming increasingly important. ‘Mind the gap’ rethinks seating in buses and trains by exploring textile surface structures that themselves serve as seating elements. This creates a resource- and environmentally-friendly alternative to conventional seats, enabling textile recycling cycles in the transport sector for the first time. At the same time, important functional aspects such as fire protection and dirt resistance were integrated into the design process. However, the focus is not only on a new form of application, but also on the development of an innovative aesthetic that contributes to a pleasant and appreciative atmosphere and thus to positive user interaction.