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Bernice Coffee Table

Bernice

Bernice is a coffee table designed for modern living rooms. The frame is made of bent metal tube with a powder coated surface, which allows a range of colors. The top is an eco-friendly board that is waterproof and wear resistant. An open saddle leather storage box on the lower level holds items such as blankets and magazines. An optional hidden socket module supports charging and keeps cables tidy. The modular structure lets users install and replace parts. Adjustable foot mats are fitted below. The table measures 750 mm in width, 750 mm in depth and 450 mm in height.

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U-Comfort Rattan Chair

U-Comfort

U-Comfort is a rattan lounge chair intended for homes, beaches, resorts and other leisure settings. The overall form is round and smooth, with curved lines. A circular closed ring at the side of the chair acts as both a visual feature and a support structure. The frame is made from thick rattan that is bent by heating, and the joints are wrapped with rattan skin. The seating surface is woven by hand. Topology optimization software was used to refine the structure, so that material is used economically while the mechanical requirements of a seat are met.

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Shelfium Multifunctional Furniture

Shelfium

Shelfium is a tool that allows people to create a wide range of shelving units and custom furniture in unique designs. Shelfium can be combined with any material and is particularly good at combining various elements, for example drawers. Its uniqueness lies in recycling and upcycling, so users can create furniture made from recycled materials or even a very luxurious assembly. It's up to people, their personality and preferences.

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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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Moon Chair Self Assembled Seating

Moon Chair

Moon Chair is a self-assembly chair made of solid wood. The design uses traditional mortise and tenon joinery together with dovetail locks. No metal connectors are included, so Moon Chair can be put together and taken apart by hand in two or three steps. The chair is made from American walnut and shaped by wood cutting. The dimensions are 390 by 340 by 680 millimeters. The flat packing format lowers transport costs and suits online sales. The chair is intended for young people with small homes who move often.

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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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Fuyao Chair

Fuyao

Fuyao is a multifunctional reclining chair designed for older users. The backrest and seat cushion tilt synchronously to follow the curve of the spine. A pneumatically adjustable footrest relieves leg fatigue, while a three way adjustable headrest and sliding armrests allow personal settings. Adjusting the angle of the backrest and cushion also helps users to stand up with less effort. A magnetisable headrest simplifies adjustment, and a rubber base cushion reduces noise and prevents slipping. Lines drawn from Chinese calligraphy shape the outline.

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MT 12 Coffee Table

MT 12

Our connected world requires to live fast and efficiently. That's why the real luxury today is the ability to slow down, take time and be surrounded with beautiful things made with care and respectful of the environment. This coffee table with a sculpture of a mountain on its top evokes the poetry of the endless horizons and plunges the spectator into a contemplative state. This project bridges the gap between design, art and craftsmanship to combine aesthetic and practicality. The wood used to make this table comes from sustainably managed forests and the top is entirely hand-carved.

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Tiramisu Pouf

Tiramisu

The Tiramisu collection combines function and style. Inspired by the dessert, the collection is named Tiramisu, directly translated as "pull me up," signifying "cheer me up" in Italian. This dual meaning inspires the design, aiming to bring positive vibes to the space and enhance user-friendliness with its easily graspable and movable silhouette. The Tiramisu collection is available in various sizes, offering options with upholstered or wooden table tops, serving functions as both coffee table and pouf.

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Golf Folding Chair

Golf

Golf is a folding bench and chair made entirely of wood. The design combines rectangular and cylindrical section elements, and the cylindrical parts are shaped for an ergonomic relationship with the human body. All hinges and fittings are also made of wood, which gives the pieces a more artisanal character. Fixing is achieved with Sucupira wood dowels, selected for their resistance, so no metal parts are needed. Once folded, the bench and the chair form compact volumes that can be carried by hand and stored in a small space.

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Aurora Bar Table

Aurora

Aurora is a bar table designed for home entertaining. The round tabletop is made of matte glass and is supported by metal legs. A hidden light strip runs around the inside of the tabletop and shines inward, creating a soft gradient glow. Three lighting modes are offered: a constant colourful light, a breathing light and a flash mode. The modes are selected with a touch switch or a remote control. The tabletop has a waterproof structure that protects it from spilled drinks. Aurora measures 600 mm in width, 600 mm in depth and 1050 mm in height.

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WOWO Multipurpose Furniture

WOWO

WOWO is a group of multipurpose seating furniture for homes with people and pets. The rounded form comes from the mouth shape made when children say the word wowo. High saturation colors and a hollow structure give the seats a playful and flexible character. The supporting parts are made of solid wood in its natural color, cut by machine and finished by hand grinding. The main body uses 3D printing and a magnetic assembly structure, which eases transport. The seats suit reading, tea drinking and rest.

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