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Moon Gate

Motichair is a bar chair designed for seating and conversation. The frame uses circles to connect the support points, which balances the forces and reduces material loss. Mortise and tenon joints together with fully hidden dovetail joints make the structure stable. The chair is made of carbon fiber composite material combined with steam bent wood. The form is inspired by arches and moon gates in ancient Chinese gardens, and the circular openings give a broader visual sense. A two color treatment separates the circles visually.

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Move It

Move It is a mobile office system designed for flexible and agile work environments. Move It supports desk sharing, co-working, activity-based working and project work. The system has a modular design and can be used to transport office supplies. Office boxes in two sizes, small and large, are attached with a simple coupling mechanism. The height of the system is adjustable. High-quality materials are used, and product safety has been certified by an independent testing service. Move It is intended for modern offices where workplaces change often.

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Light Weaving

Light Weaving is an outdoor lighting installation shaped as a Christmas tree. The structure is made of laser cut stainless steel pipes forming 80 triangle units joined by more than 240 welded points. Acrylic yarn is woven by hand over the metal frame, following the weaving techniques of the indigenous people of Taiwan. Computer controlled LED lights and a light sensor adjust the colors to a timing system and to natural light, and the tone stays blue at midnight. The design brings delicate woven craft outdoors for public viewing.

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Slice of Jupiter

A round, sumptuous, hand-crafted coffee table. The genuine black of Nero Marquina Marble from Spain and the mesmerizing green of Verde Guatemala Marble from India, divided by a Gold Metal Leaf. Resting on a solid brushed bronze base. The handmade process, as well as the overall material selection and combination, ensure that each Slice of Jupiter is truly unique and original.

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Limonio

Limonio is a dining chair made for interiors with different design styles. The chair has clean lines and a simplified biomorphic backrest that contrasts with thin tapered legs, creating an asymmetrical balance. The exposed frame is kept minimal and is completed with brass details. The bent plywood backrest and the seat are joined by solid wood trapezoids pegged with brass. High density foam and the tapered stance give the chair a light appearance. Production combines industrial methods with craft work.

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Kali

This step trolley is one of the elements of the designer's K series for the QUISO brand. It is made of beautifully crafted solid wood. Its sturdy and stocky design makes it ideal for serving alcohol at the restaurant table. For the safety and elegance of the service, the glasses are suspended from a cushion, the bottles are immobilized by a non-slip coating, the industrial wheels have a smooth and silent rolling.

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