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As the world grapples with the rapid depletion of natural resources, contemporary designers are increasingly focused on exploring sustainable materials. One such example is the Mua Lau Chair, which draws inspiration from a beloved Taiwanese snack known for its distinctive texture of crispy exterior and soft, chewy interior. Sitting in this chair is akin to being transported to a serene bamboo forest, as the gentle breeze wafts over the body, fostering a deeper connection with nature.
The Merete Collection is a stunning Lounge and Console Table set that takes inspiration from the sleek designs of luxury yachts. Utilizing a cantilever effect, the collection's dynamic balance creates a sense of effortless grace and appears to glide across any space. The void in the lounge seating symbolizes the fluidity of movement and represents a feeling of freedom. Experience the beauty and elegance of Merete and add a touch of nautical luxury to your living space.
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Waveform is a sideboard with a sculptural wave pattern that covers its fronts, sides and back. The flowing surface is composed of blue glass slats of varying length, each placed by hand, so no two pieces are exactly alike. Light interacts with the glass and creates shifting visual effects. The core structure is built from MDF slats finished in satin white lacquer. Three doors open with integrated glass handles, which keeps the pattern continuous. Glass shelves and dividers organize the interior and let light pass through. The base is made of rectangular glass pieces.
Su Series is a system of home cabinets designed for integrated interior storage. The series joins door units and wall cabinets to solve practical problems of fitting storage into a house. Aluminium and wood are used together, with mortise and tenon joints that lock metal and timber for added strength. Natural wood tones, matte finishes and deep chestnut red give a warm appearance. Storage modules can be selected and combined to suit different rooms. Wardrobe, bookshelf, wine cabinet and television units extend from the wall to form one continuous surface.
Nakovalnya is a monumental chair that pays homage to the industrial spirit of the imperial Russian forge. Inspired by the blacksmithing heritage of the designer ancestors, the piece translates the heavy, grounded form of the anvil into a contemporary wooden sculpture. Featuring a deep, precision milled concave seat and a brutalist silhouette, Nakovalnya serves as both a functional seat and a valet. It represents the essence of the beginning, a site of labor transformed into a domestic centerpiece through high end craftsmanship.
Mariel Series is a furniture collection designed for storage and item placement in the home. The series includes side tables, a coffee table, a bar table, a console table, a shoe-changing seat, a dining table, a dining chair, a bedside table and a bed. A retro gourd-column shape is combined with modern forms and finishes. Panels are made of solid wood or burl wood veneer, and the colors include natural wood tones and color blocking. The side tables use a tool-free installation structure, which allows flat packaging.
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Nikao Side Table is an elegant piece of furniture based on an evolutionary concept of circular and cylindrical geometries. These are transformed in order to adapt to a certain environment and a certain function. In this way, both utility and structure are solved maintaining the original geometrical essence of the piece, and becoming a more organic and more complex object. Nikao side table interacts with the observer in a natural way. Its magnetic shape, together with the warmth of the material, makes the user to come closer, touch it and sit next to it.
The Mobius strip is a mathematical object of interesting physical and mathematical qualities, constructed with only a single side and a single edge. The design is an embodiment of infinity, creating a feeling of fluidity, of never-ending movement. Its shape allows this piece to blend form and function. The Mobius Chair is a reflection of the beautiful relationship between mathematics and design.
Berliner is a round seating unit with enhanced functionality for waiting lounges, offices and houses. The design provides additional storage space for magazines, books etc. in a practical and appealing way. Nestlike wooden core of the pouf stores objects securely and visibly to the user. Berliner is upholstered with faux fur for a soft velvety touch and to emphasize comfort. It is named after the famous German pastry, Berliner (A.k.a. Kraupfen), because of its resemblance.
This design is inspired by natural forms interacting with urban environments and features a twisting wooden structure that expresses movement and transformation. It integrates greenery, seating, and subtle lighting to create a balanced relationship between aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. The structure is modular and ergonomically designed, supporting comfort and social interaction. Materials include durable timber, metal supports, and integrated ambient LED lighting, contributing to its adaptability and presence within a range of urban contexts.
Autumn Leaf Series is a writing desk and chair set designed for leisure use. The curling shape of autumn leaves is used as the main design element, applied to the legs and the edges of the desk and the chair. The overall form is smooth and continuous, which gives visual and tactile comfort and recalls the nature of autumn. The main material is 304 stainless steel, selected for its corrosion resistance, and an imitation copper treatment gives a golden color. Production includes blanking, bending, welding and polishing. The desk measures 550 by 650 by 800 millimeters.
A chair that can be split into a furniture for leaning and a coffee table. Taking mortise and tenon which is the soul of Chinese furniture as the starting point, and combining the characteristics which can be assembled and disassembled, it can realize the multi-purpose of one thing in the form of combination. It can not only meet the requirements of modern furniture generalization and standardization, but also contain Chinese national characteristics and traditional culture.