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Monarc Chair

Monarc

Science, art and aesthetics have all contributed to the creation of magnificent works that can influence public taste undeniably. Creating a unique chair has always been considered in which all parts would provide different states for creating new shape depending on the user's interaction. A common belief exists that inspiration from the surrounding environment could lead to the creation of masterpieces that are in accordance with human needs. By means of this concept, positive results can be achieved in the design of products that are directly used by users.

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Time Book Bookend

Time Book

Time Book is a bookend designed for use on a desk or a bookshelf. Each bookend is made from a hand-polished crystal glass block. Special ink is screen printed on the surface and cured at high temperature. The high density of the crystal glass gives the bookend stability in use. The design is minimal in function, form and material, and resembles a book-shaped sculpture. The form presents the function clearly. The printed text uses the Quinsay Parto typeface. The letters MMXIX on the spine are the Roman numerals for 2019.

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Coupe Kitchen Stool

Coupe

This stool is designed to help one to maintain neutral sitting-standing posture. By observing people’s daily behavior, the design team found the need for people to sit on stools for a shorter period of time such as sitting in the kitchen for a quick break, which inspired the team to create this stool specifically to accommodate such behavior. This stool is designed with minimal parts and structures, making the stool affordable and cost-efficient for both buyers and sellers by taking into account the productivity of manufactures.

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Toast Tool Free Assembly Sofa

Toast

Toast is a modular sofa designed for tool-free assembly. The base consists of I-shaped and L-shaped solid wood blocks with grooves that are joined by plugging. The backrest and seat cushions are separate modules inserted into the grooves of the base. Stainless steel fittings connect the modules and allow various combinations. The solid wood base uses mortise and tenon joints for strength and is finished with environmentally friendly wood wax oil. Damaged parts can be replaced individually, which extends the service life of the sofa and reduces furniture waste.

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4x4 Bench

4x4

The 4x4 bench has been designed and constructed with a reuse approach, utilizing recycled materials. The bench is made using 16 recycled paper tubes, each measuring 160 centimeters in length. The challenge in designing this bench was placing the tubes on the smallest possible contact surface of the circle, as the tubes tend to slide on top of each other, requiring a larger contact surface for stability. To solve this challenge, recycled plastic pieces were designed and produced to prevent lateral movement of the tubes on each other.

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Patti Custom Cabinet

Patti

Patti is a whole house custom cabinet system created for residential interiors. The design follows an Italian understated luxury style, with a colour palette of beige, light green and brown. Wood, metal and glass are combined across the cabinets, wardrobes and kitchen units. Curved forms, rounded edges and column elements refer to ancient Roman architecture. A blister moulding process adds durability, while 3D embossing creates an imitation leather texture. A wine rack with a luminous backboard supports storage, display and social use.

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Ekho Chair

Ekho

Ekho is a chair that forms part of a coordinated furniture series for the home. The chair is made of environmentally friendly PU leather and 28D cotton with high resilience. A retro stitch technique, widely used in Europe in the fifteenth century, is combined with a modern form to give the chair a cultural character. Shared moulds for the seat, the back and the metal tubes raise production efficiency. Flat packaging reduces transport costs. The chair has passed pressure, torque and falling box tests.

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Misfit  Chair

Misfit

Misfit is a wooden chair designed to support varied seating postures. The chair is made of beech wood and finished with satin varnish, which reveals the natural color of the material. Curved rear legs connect to a semicircular backrest shaped by lamination bending. The legs, backrest and crossbars meet at different angles and form a balanced whole. Mortise and tenon joints and wedged joints provide stability and durability. The semicircular backrest supports the spine and also serves as support when the user sits sideways.

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Planck Coffee Table

Planck

The table is made of different pieces of plywood that are glued together under pressure. The surfaces are sandpapered and threated with a matt and very strong varnish. There are 2 levels -since the inside of the table is hollow- which is very practical for placing magazines or plaids. Under the table there are build in bullet wheels. So the gap between floor and table is very small, but at the same time, it is easy to move. The way the plywood is used (vertical) makes it very strong.

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Elegant Arc Sofa

Elegant Arc

Elegant Arc is a sofa designed for home interiors. The sofa is covered with large pieces of top grain calfskin taken from the back section, which reduces the need for chemical adhesives and improves durability. The seat cushion is filled with water washed latex and highly resilient UTTP foam. The backrest combines down and cotton batting in a tested ratio, so the seating is soft yet supportive. Rounded curves, a deep seat and broad armrests allow comfortable leaning, and several color options suit different rooms.

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Amorphous Cabinet Bar Storage

Amorphous Cabinet

Amorphous Cabinet is a unique piece of furniture that transcends time and style. Inspired by the concept of time travel, this sculptural cabinet blends design elements from different eras to create a statement piece that stands out in any space. With a bold stance and striking features, Cabinet seamlessly blends different periods of architecture and design by being a homage to the Art Deco period and the Memphis Design movement while incorporating its own eclectic twist.

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Well's Lounge Chair

Well's

Well's is a lounge chair designed for indoor waiting areas. The ergonomic form supports the body and offers comfort during long periods of sitting. The legs are made of turned solid wood, while the seat, back and headrest combine foam with fabric covering over a wooden structure. All parts are produced by hand. Clean lines and warm wooden details follow Scandinavian design principles. Well's measures 725 mm in width and 760 mm in depth. The chair aims to create a calm atmosphere and to support well-being.

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