Stoniture
Sofa for Villasufia
Stoniture is a nature-inspired sofa that evokes a sense of familiarity and trust with natural stone. The designer aimed to create a furniture piece that feels like a part of nature, with a simple design and a curved edge for comfort. It has a wooden body structure with 30-density foam in its seat and measures 110 x 95 x 50 cm. The main challenge was to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing design that captures the essence of natural stone while meeting practical needs. Stoniture is a unique and perfect addition to any nature-inspired living space.
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Unique Properties
The furniture piece is designed with a curved edge and a proper support surface to provide a comfortable and relaxing position. The seat foam adjusts slightly when sitting, ensuring a comfortable experience for the user. The simple design of the furniture piece is meant to reflect the simplicity and beauty of natural stone.
Tags
nature-inspired, stone, simplicity, comfort, relaxation, unique, blend, interaction, function, familiarity.
Production Technology
The body structure has been made from wood. It has 30 density foam in its seat.
Design Challenge
The main goal of the project was to create a concept based on natural environmental elements and respect for the environment. The main challenge in designing the project was to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing design that captures the essence of the designer's inspiration while also meeting the practical needs of users.
Project Duration
It has been designed in Tehran in 2023.
Operation Flow
The interaction between the natural element of stone and the function of the furniture has determined the current form. The designer aimed to create a furniture piece that feels like a part of nature, creating a unique blend of nature and functionality.
Research
For designing this project, the designer do research about the properties and characteristics of natural stone and how to translate those into a functional piece of furniture. Also, he did research about different materials and production methods to ensure that the furniture piece is durable and can withstand regular use.
Inspiration
The designer drew inspiration from natural stone, one of the most primitive elements of nature, to create a sense of familiarity and trust at an intuitive level. The designer aimed to evoke the feeling of being surrounded by nature, where the user feels like a stone around which water flows.
Image Credits
Visualization by Marjan Sabzali
Project Overview
Stoniture Sofa has been a Golden winner in the Furniture Design award category in the year 2022 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Golden Recognition
Abbas Sufinejad was recognized with the coveted Golden A' Design Award in 2023, a testament to excellence of their work Stoniture Sofa.
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Introducing Stoniture: A Nature-Inspired Sofa by Abbas Sufinejad
Abbas Sufinejad unveils Stoniture, a nature-inspired sofa designed to evoke a sense of familiarity and trust with natural stone, offering a unique blend of nature and functionality. The sofa, awarded the Golden A' Design Award in 2023, is a perfect addition to any nature-inspired living space.
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