Furniture

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Brand: Xu Le Work: Chair Classification: Furniture

Smile

Smile is a wooden chair designed for everyday use. The backrest is shaped like a slightly raised corner of a mouth, which gives the chair its name. The armrests, front legs and rear legs appear as one piece of wood that has been split and has grown, reflecting the idea of the growth of all things. The curved lines of the armrests and backrest are light, smooth and full, and they create a soft shadow effect. The chair is made of beech and North American walnut, shaped by a wood bending process. The seat and the backrest are refined to improve comfort.

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Brand: Alexey Danilin Work: Sofa Classification: Furniture

Shell

Shell is a transformable sofa designed for homes and for public spaces such as schools and shopping centres. The back of the sofa is flexible and can be moved with a few simple motions. Shell can be used as a lounge sofa, a double-sided sofa or an ottoman. The frame is made of metal and is covered with fabric and soft filler. The sofa measures 1800 mm in length, 1200 mm in height and 800 mm in depth. Two colour versions are offered: white and grey with gold cushions, and dark grey with red cushions. The transformation allows the sofa to be reused when a room changes.

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Brand: ChungSheng Chen Work: Vase Classification: Furniture

Courbe

The beautiful curvy shape of Courbe vase, is made of two tubular metal pipes by innovative technique that bend and clamp two pieces of metal pipe, which is a pipe within another pipe at the same time without any welding process, producing a unique flower vase and also serve as a diffuser bottle. The two tone color coating of the pipes, black and gold, enhancing a sense of luxury.

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Brand: Agne Balke Work: Writing Desk Classification: Furniture

Online

The name of the desk Online represents not only the ever present internet and social media, but also an ability to connect to your dreams, goals and imagination.The design of the writing desk was inspired by graphic ornaments and geometric shapes. A black line divides the table top into two parts from different materials. At the back there is a flap from natural wood. The white section on left side can slide forwards as an inverted drawer and reveal a storage compartment. On the right, ones eye catches a wooden decoration, which hides a small box for desk essentials or a candy or two.

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Brand: Xuanang Gao Work: Chair Classification: Furniture

Transparent

Transparent is a chair designed for rest and for holding objects. The chair is made of plastic, wood, high density sponge and woven fabric. The outer surface is formed from bent plastic with a transparent tint, so the whole structure of the chair remains visible. One armrest is wide and can be used to lean on, to place books or to support the legs during a short rest. The cushion can be removed for easy cleaning and replacement. The plastic and the fabric colors can be customized to suit the surroundings.

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Brand: Patrick Sarran Work: Pedestal Table Service Classification: Furniture

Guinguet

Guinguet is a pedestal serving table designed for use beside restaurant dining tables. The table supports the preparation and plating of food in front of guests. A bent front leg allows the top to reach over the dining table, so no gap remains between the two, even with round tables. The tabletop follows this projection, and the resulting shape takes on an animal-like appearance. The serving height suits standing work. Guinguet is made of oak wood with traditional techniques combined with digital tools. A drawer is placed under the shelf, and a beech cutting board can be added.

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Brand: Attila Stromajer Work: Table Classification: Furniture

Wave

Wave is a coffee table made of ash wood. It combines opposites in many ways. The shape of the table resembles the stairs of the pyramids and the form of waves. So, it displays man-made and natural forms at the same time. The softness of the wave counterparts the angularity of the structure. Beside being a static object, it also gives the impression of dynamic motion by the fan-like rotation of the parts. Wave provides a new visual sight from every angle. By this it symbolizes the variety of nature. Wave does not contain any fittings or stiffeners. It holds itself.

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Brand: ELENA KORNILOVA Work: Interior Cabinet Classification: Furniture

Fluid

Fluid is a storage cabinet designed for living rooms and office spaces. The cabinet holds documents and small everyday objects. The body and the shelves are made from eco boards, a material free from formaldehyde and chemical emissions. The outer surface is covered with cork embedded with a textured cork pattern that recalls the natural circular lines of stone and wood. Bronze handles add a sculptural element. The interior is finished in dark matt brass. The pattern was inspired by Chinoiserie art and its fine tracery.

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Brand: MANISH MAHESHWARI Work: Accent Chair Classification: Furniture

Ori

Ori is an accent chair inspired by the art of origami and by the form of a ruffled palm leaf. The design translates paper folding into metal folding. Thin galvanised metal gives the chair strength and a light, paper-like appearance and suits outdoor use. Wood is applied only at the seat and the backrest to improve seating comfort. Bolts and magnets join the folded parts into one piece with a clean finish. The chair folds down for compact packing and delivery. The colours are drawn from the sunflower. Unfolded dimensions are 880 mm high and 950 mm in diameter.

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Brand: Wei Jingye / 魏靖野 Work: Chair Classification: Furniture

Butterfly

Butterfly is a chair inspired by the shape of a butterfly. The curved lines of the wings were extracted and developed into the form of the seat, the backrest and the legs. The backrest and the seat surface are divided into two parts, following the movement of the wings. The chair is made of high-speed steel and is shaped as a single piece by 3D printing, which gives good strength and a metallic luster. The structure is stable, and the shape and the structure are well integrated. The chair can be used for rest, reading and decoration.

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Brand: Pimploy Sabchareon Work: Modular Cabinet Classification: Furniture

Tenement H

Tenement H is a modular cabinet inspired by the shophouses of Bangkok, where each facade serves a different purpose. Every module has a different closing mechanism, ranging from scissor gates to accordion doors and shutters, so the front can be arranged to suit different storage needs. The cabinet can be set to open from the front, the back, or both sides, which allows use as a semi partition. Aluminium is used because the material is light and durable. The unit measures 1200 x 400 x 1350 mm and can be stacked vertically or widened.

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Brand: Liubov Borisovskaia Work: Modular Table Classification: Furniture

Malmo

Malmo is a modular desk designed for both children and adults. The base is a frame with a connecting shelf that supports either a child height or an adult height table top. The table top extends at the front and sides, so the desk can stand against a wall with a radiator or in front of a window. A hole for cables is provided in the surface. A shelf 150 mm high holds books or a small printer, and drawer units can be added. Malmo is made of solid ash and ash veneer, finished with oil and wax on the frame and enamel on the tabletop.

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