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Two poufs of the same size which can be transformed into a portable mattress, a stool or a couch. Tango takes two to tango so it needs two of the same elements which can be transformed into a functional portable and playful furniture. Multifunctional poufs are made of soft recycled foam or seagrass covered with coconut layer, decorated with natural wool fabric in several colors with the possibility of sitting, lying down and sleeping. Available in two options: indoors and outdoors.
Balustrade is a chair designed for short and temporary rest. The design is inspired by unconscious behaviour, such as leaning on a table or against a balustrade. Balustrade offers two sitting positions. The first is sitting directly on the top, like a chair. The second is a leaning posture, like leaning on a railing. The form is simple, and the intent is brief use rather than long comfort. Several units can be overlapped to reduce transport volume. The chair measures 620 by 385 by 720 millimetres.
Minus is a backless chair created by subtracting material from a basic cubic shape. The result is a minimalist form with smooth, flowing surfaces. Each surface change serves an ergonomic purpose. A lower curve provides a resting place for the feet. An upper indentation improves seating comfort. A scooped back and the top curve act as handles, so Minus can be lifted from the floor with ease. The body is made of plastic, finished with a light blue metallic coating or with marble patterns applied by hydro dipping.
Colored Finch is a chair inspired by the shape of a finch. The backrest appears straight from the front and curves at the sides, combining form and comfort. The backrest and seat are made of handmade multi-layer wood, shaped as double-layer curved wood. The legs are metal tubes covered with layers of handmade fabric. The limited use of non-renewable materials in the legs supports environmental care. Sixteen prototypes were built, and a test dummy was used to study seating positions and set the final size. The chair measures 490 mm in width, 550 mm in depth and 810 mm in height.
Designed by Architect Joana Santos Barbosa, Silhouette is an eye-catching dining chair reminiscence of a woman's sensual curves. Having been influenced by twentieth-century artists that painted several realities in one single dimension, such as musicians having instruments as part of their own bodies, Joana embodied this joint dimension into a surprisingly elegant design. The dark structure reveals the movement of a woman’s hips who is seating on the object, while the curved seat draws an inviting smile. Silhouette carries narrative and symbolism and is truly mesmerizing.
Perier is a sideboard designed for interior spaces, especially the dining room. The cabinet offers 500 liters of internal storage, while the upper surface can be used for display. Symmetrical cabinet doors and side panels are covered with leather in a bag inspired form. The soft texture also supports room acoustics. The raised body rests on slim metal legs with titanium plating and is combined with painted MDF woodwork. Touch-open mechanisms remove the need for handles. The sideboard measures 240 cm in width, 76 cm in height and 55 cm in depth.
Burgu is a height adjustable seat designed for spaces such as bars and barber shops. The height adjustment gear is supported by four separate legs instead of a single central hub, so the whole mechanism stays visible. The seat and the gear are made of laminated solid wood, and the lamination prevents deformation and extends the service life. The legs and the gear are shaped on five axis machines for high precision. A large gear diameter and a thick thread allow the height to be adjusted quickly and steadily while seated.
Venturi provides real value for displaying works of art, perfectly complementing the personality of its owner. Careful use of aspect ratios in the Venturi design has resulted in an experience that maximizes visual power. The continent of the design is aesthetic timelessness, where purity of form combines elegance and durability. Every detail in the design is the result of careful and disciplined research. The most important factor in the emergence of the design was that it had a completely original and strong line.
Watch Tower is a cat climbing tree designed for homes shared by cats and people. The upper part serves as a resting place, allowing cats to observe their territory. The lower part offers a large and safe playing area. An integrated scratcher lets cats sharpen their paws. Round solid pine wood shelves are connected by metal poles, and a wide base ensures stability. Soft cushions covered with fabric and filled with sponge add comfort. The whole structure is detachable, which eases assembly and lowers transportation cost.
B Fora is a ceramic vase designed for home interiors. The form reinterprets the classic Greek amphora and adds curved surfaces and two straight handles. The proportions were studied so that the vase stays in balance after it is removed from the mould. The inside is dipped in a glossy crystalline coating that makes the vase waterproof, so liquids can be held safely. B Fora can be used to serve beverages, to hold flowers or as a decorative object. The vase is made of whiteware ceramic through the slipcasting technique.
The handcrafted flower vase was produced by 400 pieces of precision laser cutting sheet metal with different thicknesses, stacking layer by layer, and welded piece by piece, demonstrating an artistic sculpture of flower vase, presented in a detailed pattern of the canyon. Layers of stacking metal shows the texture of canyon section, also increasing the scenarios with different ambient, creating irregularly changing natural texture effects.
Hourglass is a multifunctional shelf that combines a coat rack, a storage shelf and a lamp in one piece of furniture. The frame is made of three colored stainless steel elements, and two boards of different sizes serve as the laminates. The boards and the metal frame are joined with angle iron screws. A screw at the top of the frame works as a coat hook. The lamp can be detached and carried to other places, and its low temperature light source does not heat up. Hourglass measures 500 mm in width, 500 mm in depth and 1700 mm in height.