ZENOFA (FINAL YEAR PROJECT)
This design aims to match the design of modern homes, providing the users a space to practise meditation. This design combines a conventional sofa with a functional meditation tool. HIGH-DENSITY CUSHION With the use of high-density cushion, the sofa provides a rather firm support to the users, allowing them not only meditate but also do some relaxing exercises such as seated poses of yoga. LONG BATTERY LIFE Zenofa can be charged with USB Type-C cable. The internal battery allows the users to enjoy non-stop meditation sessions for up to 48 hours. EQ-RADIO The use of EQ-radio allows the chair to monitor the users’ heartbeat rate and therefore can analyze if the users are in a relaxed state. The sensor is installed inside the back cushion, monitoring users the progress during each practice. The activity record is stored and can be viewed through a connected smartphone app. SPEAKERS The installed speaker in the back cushion provides guidance to the users during meditation. During meditation, the users can select either the advanced mode or the practice mode. The former only monitors their heartbeat whereas the latter intellectually plays music to help them focus, for example, the higher the heartbeat rate, the noisier the music would be. This reminds the users to relax during practice so that they can gradually improve their ability to focus. RIPPLE The ripple print on the high-density cushion represents the different thoughts that a meditator would have during meditation. This print reminds the users that it is always important not to keep thinking about these thoughts, but to stay focused.