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The Zeh line is an expression of excellence in Brazilian carpentry, paying homage to the artisanal tradition associated with the name Zeh. With minimalist elegance, it highlights the beauty of wood machined on 5-axis machines, emphasizing the quality of carpentry. The fusion of technology and artisanal sensitivity yields visually stunning furniture, bearing witness to the skill of the carpenters.
Hone shelf is a timeless and magnetic design inspired by natural forms, and arises as a reinterpretation of a traditional shelf through a conceptual alteration of the physical properties of the material. In this way, the solid wood becomes elastic in a conceptual way. By doing so, the vertical supports stretch outwards isolating the horizontal planes, giving movement to the whole piece and promoting load transmission. The aim is to highlight the organic essence of the piece, its living personality and to contrast the strength of its mass with the lightness and subtle contact with the ground.
Experience the timeless poetry of the Arkhe Collection, a tribute to the ancient amphitheaters of the Mediterranean. Inspired by their rich history and myths they whisper to our collective consciousness, each piece blends functionality with sculptural elegance. Crafted with natural travertine and wood, the collection combines exquisite craftsmanship with ageless design. Geometric designs create distinct surfaces that appeal to the sight while the variations in the pieces cater to diverse spatial and user needs. Elevate your space with Arkhe, where history and craft meet contemporary luxury.
Rong is a tea sideboard designed for home use. Rong is made of North American black walnut with a clear wood grain. A double-layer octagonal countertop and herringbone struts divide the functional areas by shape. The cabinet body has grille strip sliding doors that move along a track, so no space is needed in front of the unit. Multiple storage areas keep different tea sets in order. The concave countertop surface and the pressure center placed behind the center of gravity prevent tipping. Simple components allow users to assemble the sideboard themselves.
The Cenear Bench draws inspiration from the graceful curves and rich heritage of tea gardens, seamlessly merging contemporary Chinese furniture elements with an homage to historical culture. Crafted to encourage open communication, it boasts a soft cushion seat affixed to a wooden frame, accompanied by two differently colored shaped cushions for adaptable comfort. The bench caters to the modern user's penchant for personalized seating configurations, featuring curved sections and supportive backrests that encourage relaxed and engaging conversations.
Ariu is an armchair that merges eco-design with adaptability, revolutionizing sustainable furniture with its easily disassemblable structure, promoting waste reduction and recyclability. Its core, an ottoman, links the spheres with tensioning bands, blending form and function. This modular design allows use as exercise balls, catering to the demand for versatile furniture. Ariu adapts to modern interior design needs by offering space-efficient, multifunctional solutions, encouraging sustainable consumption. Innovation can lessen environmental impact and redefine sustainable living!
Alskar integrates the beauty of nature into the home, providing a comfortable and visually pleasing space. It is designed to blend nature into residential living spaces seamlessly. Crafted from plywood to preserve its natural beauty, the chair draws inspiration from Ginkgo leaves, featuring organic shapes for the back and seat. The smooth curves and round edges create an inviting and comfortable seating experience. The nest-shaped base symbolizes belonging, with the leaves nestled within, forming a harmonious and cozy environment.
The Luar armchair is the result of a transformation into a piece of furniture of the iconographic stone sidewalk patterns of Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, the designers' hometown. The armchair presents a composition of contrasts: Wood, with all its slenderness and transparency, contrasts with upholstered elements that are robust, soft and comfortable. Its shape comes from a technique that the companies Lattoog and Schuster have researched over ten years. Pressed wood micro laminates that allow seamless, curvilinear, and highly resistant structures, with optimal use of the material.
Toolless is a television cabinet designed for assembly without tools. The connectors are pre-inserted into the panels during production, so the panels are simply pressed or slid together. The connectors work by elastic deformation and allow repeated disassembly and reassembly, which extends the service life of the cabinet. The panels are packed in the order of assembly, and two-color panels show the inside and the outside clearly. Assembly takes about ten minutes. The cabinet measures 1400 by 395 by 450 millimeters and is shipped flat.
Pashaman Bubble Bear is a sofa inspired by the rounded shape of bubbles. Deep stitching and elastic filling create a plump form with a soft touch. The frame is made of thickened pine wood, and serpentine springs, elastic webbing and securing loops improve stability and durability. Two surface materials are offered, chenille fabric and thick genuine leather, along with several colors. Soft cushions in the armrests support the neck, and the ergonomic backrest follows the curves of the body to reduce fatigue.
Akhalteke offers a unique sitting experience, evoking the sensation of riding a horse for the first time. Inspired by the designer's childhood horseback riding experiences and fascination with equine anatomy, the design establishes a two way interaction between the user and their experience. Drawing from the saddle, one of humanity's earliest seating forms, Akhalteke blends the comfort of a lounge chair with the essence of riding. The name comes from the Akhalteke, a breed of Turkmen horses, reflecting the design’s inspiration and dynamic form.
Macaroon is a multifunctional tea table designed for homes with limited space. The tea table features a three layer rotatable structure inspired by the layered macaroon dessert. When the three layers are stacked, the middle layer holds items. When the layers are rotated outward, Macaroon serves as a two layer table. A central axis rotation mechanism keeps the movement stable and smooth. Rounded shapes and soft lines give a warm appearance and improve safety. The table is made of natural oak with a careful sanding finish.