Design

Would these antimicrobial seats convince you to go to the movies again?

After COVID hit, this design firm went back to the drawing board to dream up theater seats meant to make moviegoers feel safe.

COVID-19 has changed a lot of things permanently, particularly when it comes to how we view and interface with public or shared spaces.

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As a result, firms are evolving in stride with a collective attitude shift and turning to designs that blend both comfort and safety.