@cityhouse_furniture Replying to @Shell I need a Gorilla sofa!!! This couch started from a AI rendering. And it has now turned into a real live Gorilla sofa. Many people are searching for this amazing couch. Well here it is the real Gorilla couch@Inspiring Designs #cityhousefurniture #gorilla #gorillacouch #interiordesign #furniture #furnitureflip #chinafurniture ♬ original sound – Cityhouse Global
Nowadays, it can be tricky to tell whether online products are real or AI-generated. What about a company that takes AI as inspiration and makes the product tangible?
Recently, gorilla-shaped sofas became a viral trend on TikTok, all created using AI imagery. One particular video, AI-generated by LuxArts, caught the attention of eager customers. Comments were filled with users inquiring where to purchase one or commenting on how comfortable they looked. Recognizing the potential market, a furniture sourcing company in China called City House Furniture has decided to make this viral concept a reality.
The couches are offered in black and brown and can easily seat two people. In fact, the sofa is so large that the six-pack of the gorilla acts as a comfortable backrest, while the gorilla’s chest works as a headrest. In a video showcasing the couches, an agent explains that a client requested it after watching the AI TikTok monkey sofa videos. He then goes on to say, “Everything in China is possible,” which is evident in what they manufactured.
While City House Furniture has shown the real product they are selling, multiple accounts on TikTok advertise only the AI images of these couches. Additionally, various merchants on eBay are listing the couches with these AI-generated images, creating opportunities for scams. LuxArts has even dedicated a whole page on their website warning viewers about potential scams featuring their AI-generated images.
With the rise of artificial intelligence in our daily lives, an increasing number of artists have been using AI to either substitute or integrate into their work, creating a unique mixed medium. It’s clear that AI imagination can be used to create tangible products that benefit customers by offering innovative items; however, the line of ethics may blur as creatives begin to rely more on AI for design and inspiration. The future of AI in design conceptualization is yet to be determined, but it appears that City House Furniture is taking steps in trying to demonstrate how one can blend digital creativity with human manufacturing.
While these sofas are seemingly being manufactured, it is unclear whether they are currently available for purchase.
This AI-generated design concept of a giant gorilla-shaped sofa went viral on TikTok.
@luxarts_ai Gorilla Shaped Sofa ️ #GorillaSofa #WildComfort #UniqueFurniture ♬ Sunrise – BCD Studio
Now, a company called City House Furniture in China has turned the viral AI-generated concept into a real product.
@cityhouse_furniture I need a Gorilla sofa immediately !!! The design of the Full sized King Kong sofa is create based on a AI design. Only in China they are able to create such unique designs of sofa's. This amazing sofa is the perfect addition for a kids playroom or any living space.#cityhousefurniture #gorilla #gorillasofa #interiordesign #chinafurniture ♬ original sound – Cityhouse Global
While the company has showcased the actual product, many online listings for the sofas raise concerns about potential scams due to the sole use of AI-generated images.
@luxarts_ai Gorilla Beds ️ #GorillaBeds #StrongSleep #SturdyComfort ♬ nhạc nền – LuxArts
LuxArts, the AI designers behind the gorilla sofa, exclusively shares AI-generated concepts that look very realistic, but they have a warning page on their website about product scams.
@luxarts_aiDog Shaped Fur Lounge Chairs #DogFurChairs #CanineComfort #CozySeating Curl up in canine coziness with Dog Shaped Fur Lounge Chairs. These chairs are designed in the likeness of adorable dogs, complete with fluffy fur upholstery for maximum comfort. Bring a touch of whimsy and warmth to your home decor with Dog Shaped Fur Lounge Chairs, where every sit-down is a snuggle with man's best friend. ️✨ https://luxarts.net/dog-shaped-fur-lounge-chairs/♬ nhạc nền – LuxArts
City House Furniture: TikTok | Instagram
LuxArts: Website | TikTok
h/t: [DesignTAXI]
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