ACIDO Rocket Finalist
A Shoulder To Lean On : A lounge piece that helps overstimulated young adults decompress through a simple ritual of leaning, breathing, and presence.
A Shoulder to Lean On rethinks how the home supports the transition from work to rest. Designed for small living spaces and fast-paced routines, it focuses on the often-overlooked first 15 minutes after arriving home—when the body remains tense and the mind unsettled.
The piece invites intuitive interaction through its low, cocoon-like form and soft, responsive surfaces, encouraging users to lean, shift, and settle at their own pace. Rather than offering passive comfort, it creates a defined moment of pause, using physical support and subtle enclosure to help regulate the body and ease the shift into rest.
About the Designer
Cristina Monaco, OCADU
Cristina Monaco is an industrial designer focused on clear, user-centered product development. She works through research, prototyping, and CAD to turn real needs into practical, well-resolved solutions. Guided by attention to detail and material, her approach balances usability with a strong sense of form, aiming to create products that are intentional, functional, and grounded in everyday use.