Introducing the Edge Free collection by Pearson Lloyd for Modus: a revolutionary seating platform designed with sustainability at its core. Crafted from innovative materials and featuring a modular design, this low-impact collection sets a new standard for eco-friendly furniture, offering versatility and comfort without compromising our commitment to a greener future. The collection was released at Clerkenwell Design Trail in September 2022.
In today’s evolving workspace, creating flexible and sustainable environments is crucial. Introducing the Edge Free collection by Pearson Lloyd for Modus, a foam-free seating platform designed to meet the demands of the modern workplace while minimizing environmental impact. With its versatile components and thoughtful design, Edge Free offers a low-carbon seating solution for a more sustainable future.
Built upon the iconic frame of the Pearson Lloyd Edge collection, Edge Free presents a range of simple elements that can be combined to create the perfect seating setup. Whether it’s large collaboration areas or intimate focus zones, this collection caters to every scale of space, making it ideal for agile work environments.
One of the standout features of the Edge Free collection is its significantly lower embodied carbon compared to traditional polyurethane foam seating. By utilizing coconut fiber, a byproduct of the food industry, layered with wool over steel springs within a timber frame, Edge Free offers a sustainable alternative without compromising on comfort or quality. This innovative approach not only reduces environmental impact but also contributes to a low-carbon solution for seating needs.
Moreover, Edge Free has been engineered to have a lower frame weight, resulting in a 33% reduction in weight compared to conventional seating. This lighter weight contributes to lower carbon emissions throughout the transportation phases, further enhancing the collection’s sustainability credentials.
With the Edge Free platform seating system, customization is key. By selecting from a variety of individual modules, including seats, ottomans, tables, and screens, users have the freedom to design their perfect seating arrangement. The modules are categorized into three sizes: large, small, and corner modules, all of which can be interchanged within their respective categories. The aluminum platform provides a sturdy foundation for the modules, allowing for seamless integration and flexibility.
Whether you prefer to start with the modules or the platform, Edge Free offers endless configuration possibilities. Individual modules can be arranged in any order, with seats positioned facing forward or backward. However, it’s important to note that configurations must begin and end with a large module. Corner pieces are specifically designed using predefined corner platforms, while additional freestanding pieces can be added to either end to create configurations tailored to any space.
Pearson Lloyd, the award-winning industrial design and innovation consultancy behind Edge Free, has a rich history of delivering practical and elegant solutions to various industries. Based in London, the studio specializes in spatial, ergonomic, and socially conscious designs for workplaces, healthcare facilities, transportation systems, and urban environments. Their research-led approach and commitment to strategic change have earned them a reputation for delivering valuable and memorable design solutions.
The Edge Free collection by Pearson Lloyd for Modus exemplifies the fusion of sustainability and functionality in the modern workspace. By offering a low-impact seating system that combines versatility, comfort, and environmental consciousness, Edge Free sets a new standard for seating solutions in a low-carbon future. Experience the power of sustainable design with Edge Free and transform your workspace into a dynamic and eco-friendly environment.
Pioneering Sustainable Furniture for a Better Future
Partnering with renowned industrial design consultancy Pearson Lloyd, Modus presents the Edge Free collection, a groundbreaking range of low-impact seating solutions that epitomize their joint commitment to sustainable design. The Edge Free collection, meticulously crafted by Modus in collaboration with Pearson Lloyd, sets a new standard for environmentally conscious furniture. With a focus on reducing embodied carbon and minimizing ecological impact, this foam-free seating platform has been thoughtfully engineered to meet the demands of the modern workspace without compromising the well-being of our planet.
Constructed from a selection of simple modular elements, the Edge Free collection offers the flexibility to build the perfect seating arrangement for any workspace. Whether it’s large collaboration areas or intimate focus zones, this collection provides seating options for every scale of space, ensuring a harmonious blend of functionality and sustainability.
What sets the Edge Free collection apart is its significantly lower embodied carbon footprint compared to traditional polyurethane foam seating. By employing innovative materials and manufacturing techniques, Modus has achieved a remarkable reduction in embodied carbon without compromising on quality or comfort. The use of coconut fiber, a byproduct of the food industry, combined with wool layered over steel springs within a timber frame, creates a seating experience that is not only eco-friendly but also aesthetically pleasing.
In addition to its sustainable materials, Edge Free has been meticulously designed to be lightweight, further reducing its carbon footprint during transportation. With a 33% reduction in frame weight, this collection embodies Modus and Pearson Lloyd’s commitment to minimizing environmental impact at every stage of the product’s lifecycle.
Modus adopts a comprehensive approach to sustainability, addressing various aspects of their furniture’s environmental impact. Their Sustainability Policy, available for review on their website, outlines their six key focus areas: reducing CO2 emissions, protecting habitats and biodiversity, producing healthy products, minimizing waste, minimizing plastic usage, and supporting ethical purchasing practices.
With a dedication to sourcing materials with high recycled content, holding FSC chain of custody certification, utilizing CertiPUR-certified foam, and employing EU Ecolabel-approved, low VOC emitting, water-based lacquers, Modus ensures that sustainability is embedded in every aspect of their manufacturing process.
Beyond their commitment to sustainable production, Modus aims to actively engage in the circular economy by encouraging the reuse and remanufacturing of their products. Through their in-house remanufacturing center, ReWork, they enable customers to return unused pieces, ensuring maximum value retention and minimizing waste.
Modus also takes responsibility for its packaging impact and is actively phasing out non-recyclable plastics, transitioning to bio-based, compostable alternatives. As part of their delivery strategy, they strive to minimize transportation emissions through careful planning and offset any remaining emissions through verified reforestation projects, adhering to the PAS 2060 standard.
