Bisu

Bed for OTQ Design

Bisu is the first cork bed in the world which is capable to join functionality, ethics of well-being and design. The absence of metallic components, the naturalness of cork, its antistatic properties protect the sleep from the destabilizing action of magnetic and electrostatic flows. The presence of electrostatic and electromagnetic flows represents one of the most common enemies for the quality of our rest. Bisu, with the properties inherent in cork, eliminates the negative action of any exogenous force, restoring quality and balance to healthy sleep.

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Unique Properties

BISU is the first cork bed in the world which is capable to join functionality, ethics of well-being and design. The absence of metallic components, the naturalness of cork, its antistatic properties protect the sleep from the destabilising action of magnetic and electrostatic flows.

Tags

Cork, bed, antistatic, natural, sustainable, antibacterial, minimal,

Production Technology

100% Hand made in Sardinia, with sardinian cork.

Design Challenge

All the process was very hard. The design of the structure wasn’t strong, so it has been necessary to work on new joints for the internal structure without modify the design. The curves of the bed are necessary because they prevent to the magnetic flows to attach the bed’s surface. The design is inspired to Japanese furniture and style. Minimal and essential.

Project Duration

The project started in 2017 in Ortacesus, Sardinia; after months of research and testing, the product was ready to be presented for the first time at the IMM in Cologne in 2018, the same year it has presented in Dubai Downtown design. Subsequently it was exhibited in London Design Festival in 2019, Boutique Design New York in 2021 and at Maison & Objet in Paris in 2022.

Operation Flow

Bisu is the only bed entirely made of cork in the world, that manages to combine functionality and design. Bisu bed is the only one in which there is no any metal parts and thanks to cork,100 % natural material and antistatic, all strains that affect the rest are solved.

Research

Sleeping well and have a good regenerative sleep are aspects to reckon, since these have such a huge impact on how we live the next day. Our body during a rest attracts magnetic waves and static electricity, disturbing our daily sleep and causing severe psycho-physical problems and emotional disorder in the long term. Metallic elements such as screws and joints, located in the most of the beds, increase the electrostatic flows, which passing through our body makes it a real magnet.

Inspiration

Named after the Sardinian word for “dream”, this magnificent frame designed by Matteo Congiu will provide an excellent sleeping experience thanks to its smooth and clean lines. In BISU there is the essence of the OTQ brand: the quality of sleep becomes the quality of life. Therefore, sleeping on cork means losing yourself in the history of your land, places, memories, language, but also the sensorial and tactile features of the matter. It means sleeping better to live longer.

Project Overview

Bisu Bed has been a Bronze winner in the Furniture Design award category in the year 2022 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

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For design images and photos please credit Matteo Congiu.

Bronze Recognition

Matteo Congiu was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2023, a testament to excellence of their work Bisu Bed.

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