"The genius of OTTO lies in its convex base. Instead of planting itself stubbornly on the ground like every other footstool, it rocks. It moves. It responds to the way your body actually behaves when you're sitting for long stretches. As you shift your weight and adjust your position throughout the day (because let's be honest, no one sits perfectly still), the footstool moves with you, naturally settling into whatever position feels most comfortable in that moment."
"We've all been there. You're deep into hour three of sitting at your desk, and suddenly you realize your feet are doing that weird thing where they're contorted into some unnatural position that definitely wasn't what your body had in mind. Maybe they're tucked under your chair at an odd angle, or perhaps they're desperately stretching for that one sweet spot on the floor that somehow feels less terrible than all the others."
OTTO is a footstool designed by Woonghee Ma that adapts to a user's movements through a convex, round base. The convex base allows the stool to rock and settle into comfortable positions as weight shifts during long periods of sitting. The design takes inspiration from the roly-poly toy, called Ottogi in Korea, which returns upright after being knocked over. Traditional footstools remain fixed and can force users into awkward positions. OTTO functions as a dynamic support system that moves with the body, accommodating posture changes and leg adjustments. The approach prioritizes simple, responsive ergonomics over rigid, static furniture.
Read at Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
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