From the perspective of ergonomics, how can the height and shape of the coffee table be designed to better suit people's usage habits and reduce fatigue and discomfort?
Publish Time: 2024-08-18
In furniture design, the application of ergonomics is crucial to improving user experience, and the design of the coffee table is no exception.
In terms of height, generally speaking, the height of the coffee table should match the height of the sofa or chair where the user sits. When people sit on the sofa, their arms naturally hang down, and the height of the coffee table should be slightly higher than about 10-15 cm below the elbow, so that when people use the coffee table, whether placing items or operating, their arms can be in a more comfortable posture, reducing shoulder and neck fatigue. For common sofa heights, the height of the coffee table is usually between 38-50 cm.
The shape design of the coffee table will also significantly affect the comfort of use. Rectangular coffee tables are a common choice, and their length and width need to take into account the size of the sofa and the space used. The length should not exceed the length of the sofa to avoid visual disharmony and inconvenience in use. The width should ensure that there is enough space to place commonly used items, while not hindering people's activities between the sofa and the coffee table.
A round coffee table can avoid sharp corners, reduce the risk of collision and injury, and when used by multiple people, it is convenient to take items from any direction. For some coffee tables with special shapes, such as elliptical and polygonal shapes, it is necessary to consider whether the curvature and transition of the corners are smooth to avoid scratching the human body. In addition, the edge shape of the coffee table is also important. The use of curved edges can reduce the pressure when the arms or legs contact the coffee table and increase comfort. When considering the shape, it is also necessary to combine the usage scenario. If it is mainly used to place small items such as tea cups and books, a narrower tabletop may be sufficient; if you need to dine or do some work, a wider tabletop will be more practical.
In short, from an ergonomic point of view, the height and shape design of the coffee table needs to comprehensively consider multiple factors such as sofa height, usage space, usage needs and human activity range. Through careful design, the coffee table can better adapt to people's usage habits, reduce fatigue and discomfort, and bring more convenience and comfort to people's lives.
