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Bio Chair

Vladimir Zagorac Chair Furniture

Bio

Bio is a low armchair collection designed for use in modern interiors. The opening in the backrest recalls a leaf or a shell, and the shape changes near the outer edge into a form similar to the flower of the Calla aethiopica plant. This edge bends slightly backwards and rises on one side, creating an asymmetric silhouette. The asymmetry occurs only in the outer areas of the form, so comfort and ergonomics are preserved. The materials include molded thermoplastics, steel, cast aluminum, oak wood and leather.

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One Line Garden Furniture

Jarosław Markowicz Garden Furniture Furniture

One Line

One Line is a garden furniture collection that charges mobile devices with solar energy. The collection includes a coffee table, a sunbed and a high table. Solar cells with a total power of 26 watts are held in a discreet casing and charge an internal battery. A full battery can charge eight to ten smartphones through USB and USB-C sockets. A touch button switches on the LED light under the tabletop. The casings are made of powder-coated steel and aluminium. All parts are removable, so they can be serviced, replaced or recycled.

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Limonio Dining Chair

Justin Wheatcroft and Jose Ballesteros Dining Chair Furniture

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 Tiered Trolley

Patrick Sarran Tiered Trolley Furniture

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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Rollerback Dining Chair

Timothy Hardman Dining Chair Furniture

Rollerback

Rollerback is a dining chair designed to suit different body types. The rear cushion rotates freely on a rod, so the person seated can roll into the back and find several sitting positions while still receiving support. The frame is welded from solid steel bar, and leather upholstery covers custom foam cushions. The form combines three basic geometric shapes, the triangle, the circle and the rectangle, for a simple appearance. Rollerback aims to make dining more comfortable by allowing movement instead of a single fixed posture.

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Little Thunder Armchair

Grasset François Armchair Furniture

Little Thunder

Little Thunder is an armchair designed for homes and workplaces. The structure is based on a vault, a half-cylinder shape used in architecture since antiquity. The vault gives the armchair strength while using materials sparingly. A seat and a backrest are added to the basic curved form. The armchair is made of multi-layer wood panels shaped in large moulds. The surface can be lacquered in several colours or covered with walnut veneer. The armchair measures 800 mm in width, 630 mm in depth and 730 mm in height.

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YJ Side Table

Lai Jiebin Side Table Furniture

YJ

The work adopts organic curve design, giving the wood a new 3D surface shape to improve its aesthetic feeling. Dynamic and static balance, aesthetic elements and functions are harmoniously integrated. Visual flow adds a sense of emptiness to the modern home space and conveys a unique and energetic feeling to users. Because of its unique aesthetics, this coffee table can be used as a sculpture or decoration as well as a side table.

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Fields Outdoor Sunlounger and Sofa

Robin Delaere Outdoor Sunlounger and Sofa Furniture

Fields

Fields is a multi functional outdoor sun lounger. It can be used as a regular sun lounger and can easily be transformed into a sofa, simply by flipping up the backrests and installing the backrest cushions. No screws or complicated fixations, simply flip up the backrests and enjoy. Great for people with small outdoor spaces. Enjoy the sunshine during the daytime and use the sofa with friends and family at night. You can also create a sofa/lounger simply by flipping up 2 backrests while still using the sunlounger backrest.

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Brise Table furniture plus fan

WONHO LEE furniture plus fan Furniture

Brise Table

Brise Table is designed with a sense of responsibility for climate change and a desire to use fans rather than air conditioners. Rather than blowing strong winds, it concentrates on feeling cool by circulating the air even after turning down the air conditioner. With Brise Table, the users can get some breeze and use as a side table at the same time. Also, it permeates the environment well and makes space more beautiful.

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Hair of Umay Rug

Marina Begman Rug Furniture

Hair of Umay

Made in ancient nomadic technique, protected by UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safekeeping, this rug is bringing the best out of wool due to gradient wool shades and fine hand stitching that creates volumetric texture. 100 percent hand made, this rug is made using natural shades of wool plus yellowish tone dyed with onion shell. A golden thread that goes through the rug makes a statement and reminds of the hair freely flowing in the wind - hair of nomadic goddess Umay - protector of women and children.

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Pinnaculum Transformable Sofa

Mohammed Shais Khan Transformable Sofa Furniture

Pinnaculum

The transformable sofa is an innovative and eco-friendly piece of furniture that provides privacy and versatility in shared living spaces. Its L-shaped support structure and foldable back wall with concealed hinges are ideal for uninterrupted work or relaxation. The sofa transforms into a bed, making it perfect for guests or napping. Its elegant design with a neutral color fits various settings and easy assembly/disassembly makes it perfect for frequent movers. Overall, it's a stylish and unique functional furniture choice.

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Dynamic Platformized Shelving System

Ye Feng Platformized Shelving System Furniture

Dynamic

Dynamic is a modular shelving system designed for home and office storage. The system is based on a platform and accessories approach. Each vertical column has three sides with tracks and lock hole slots, so cross bars and load-bearing joints can be fitted in many positions. The columns are made of extruded aluminum alloy, a recyclable metal with low manufacturing cost. Floor and ceiling installation are both possible, and widths and lengths can be customized. Components are easy to exchange, so the layout can be rearranged as storage needs change.

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