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Memphis Folding Chair

Nora Voon Folding Chair Furniture

Memphis

The simple yet elegant design is handcrafted in rustproof stainless steel in powder coated finish. Inspired from a paperclip and childhood candies, this a stackable folding chair that has a very clean and minimal frame design. The idea is to make a folding chair that pays attention to detail like the exposed brass screws and the groove throughout the frame of the chair. The profile is very simple and was designed intentionally to make it look almost like a line drawing therefore drawing the viewer to look closer at the details. The chair can be easily flat packed or stacked for large shipment

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Mishima Lounge Chair

Arevo Lounge Chair Furniture

Mishima

Mishima is a lounge chair built around a frame of continuous carbon fiber composite. The frame is 3D printed as a single unibody form, without joints, bolts or glue. A one leg structure supports the asymmetric seat, which can rotate a full 360 degrees. A stainless steel base completes the chair. Upholstery is offered in vionette, mohair wool or leather, and a matching ottoman can be added, allowing up to 186 combinations. The organic curves and balanced form were inspired by a stone chair in the Mishima Grand Shrine in Japan.

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Scallop Leisure Chair

Wei Jingye / 魏靖野 Leisure Chair Furniture

Scallop

Scallop is a leisure chair inspired by the shape of an open scallop shell. The curved seat and backrest are made of stainless steel plate, while the legs and armrests are formed from hot bent stainless steel wire. All parts are joined by welding. The metal surface is treated with an imitation copper corrosion finish. The backrest is perforated to improve air flow and to reduce weight. Hand sewn leather armrest covers and a cushion are added for comfort. Scallop suits reading, tea drinking and office use, indoors and outdoors.

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Twist Console Table

Ipek Memikoğlu Console Table Furniture

Twist

Twist is a console table designed for entryways, hallways and dining rooms. The tabletop is made of marble or colored tempered glass with chamfered sides. Two twisted legs start at the center and end at opposite sides of the top. A metal frame with cut-outs holds the tabletop and reveals the material detail. A support structure under the tabletop connects the legs and adds strength. The legs can be rose gold or chrome electroplated, or black powder coated steel. The two twisted legs give Twist a sculptural form.

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Wink Chair

Frans Schrofer Chair Furniture

Wink

The Wink Collection is a range of seating that includes dining chairs, lounge chairs and bar chairs. Each piece has a convex elliptical backrest shaped like an eye, supported by slender solid wooden legs. The forms are produced with CNC technology combined with traditional woodworking skills. Anodized cast metal parts join the backrest to the frame, adding strength while keeping the structure light and open. The backrest is offered in solid wood or upholstered with foam backing, and sustainably sourced woods are available. The curved back shape supports long periods of seated conversation.

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Optique Bench

Albert Potgieter Bench Furniture

Optique

The Optique bench was designed to be a functional art piece. The focus of this design lies in its visual aspect, hence the name, Optique. Being designed in Africa, it carries some of the properties of nature and wildness. It captures the attention as it gives the impression of movement and being alive. The Optique Bench is made out of many separate pieces of solid wood which gets cut, sanded, prepared, oiled and then glued together and like a puzzle gets built up into a solid furniture piece.

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Iron Modular Office Furniture

HAIMING LIN Modular Office Furniture Furniture

Iron

Iron is a series of modular office furniture created for small work spaces. The table and the chair are joined by magnets, so the parts can be separated and rearranged without tools. The table can be switched between a work table and a rest table. The chair can be changed into several forms to suit different sitting positions. The wood parts are made of composite solid wood, and the metal parts are made of iron and alloy. The drawer uses hook and loop fastening for simple removal. The set can be compacted to save floor space in narrow offices.

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Kuan Armchair

Fnji Home Furnishing &Design Co. Ltd. Armchair Furniture

Kuan

Kuan is an armchair designed for contemporary living spaces. The structure is simple and unpretentious, combining metal with wool upholstery. The volume of the seat, the lines of the frame and the contrast between solid and empty forms reflect the reserved character of oriental philosophy. The cover is made of imported wool fabric, stabilized by a traditional process to create a smooth surface with good resistance to wear and pilling. Layers of sponge of different densities are combined to give a comfortable seat. Kuan is available with different covering materials.

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Soul Chair

Wen Jenq Cherng Chair Furniture

Soul

Chair of Soul is a chair designed to support the body in a relaxed upright posture. The height of the seat, the backrest at the waist and the armrests carry the weight of the upper body. The slightly curved backrest follows the shape of the body and eases tension in the shoulders, neck, waist and limbs. Traditional Ming Dynasty furniture provides the blueprint for the simple proportions. Ebony from Sulawesi forms the main structure, paired with copper tube legs and a purple Nappa leather seat. Mortise and tenon joints connect the parts, and an arc structure links the legs to the seat.

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Stalk Side Table

Diogo Pinelli Side Table Furniture

Stalk

Stalk is a side table made from a single metal plate. The iron plate is three millimetres thick, laser cut with precision, then bent and powder coated. Symmetrical lines and angled folds give the table a minimalist appearance and a stable structure. Stalk is offered in two sizes, measuring 420 by 600 by 420 millimetres and 400 by 600 by 380 millimetres. The side table can be used as a single piece or combined with other units in modular arrangements. The design aims to unite simple form, durability and daily function.

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Akoustand Acoustic Amplifier Stand

Imran Othman Acoustic Amplifier Stand Furniture

Akoustand

AkouStand is a uniquely design cell phone stand and speaker that blends engineering and design for best sound performance. Its acoustic delivers a clearer tone quality and greater listening experience. The designer's vision results in an elegant, compact and lightweight speaker. Users are free to use it anytime and anywhere. An ideal choice for both outdoor and indoor use, and hands-free video calls.

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Tamsa Money Bank

Jose Roca Money Bank Furniture

Tamsa

Tamsa is a coin bank designed for the home. Tamsa consists of two parts, a vase that stores the coins and a dish that acts as a lid. The dish is held in place by three neodymium magnets and can be repositioned to change the appearance of the piece. The vase is made of black matte clay, and the dish is made of steel with an electrolytic bath that gives a brass-like finish. A rubber cover inside the vase protects the product from falling coins. The overall size is 250 mm by 250 mm by 90 mm. The form recalls the El Dorado legend and the offering ritual of the Muisca culture.

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