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OMO Modern

The restful, modern, OMO Modern Chair & Ottoman is the result of a unique, patent pending manufacturing method combined with a memory foam based, innovative patent pending design to bring true comfort and design together. Our curved comfort design is achieved by using an outer foam mold in the shape of the chair or ottoman, and an inner foam mold to form a core of rigid foam. Molding foam around the inner core is simpler and less costly than making conventional framed furniture, and results in more comfortable furniture. Memory foam furniture that is sure to be a conversation starter.

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Beijing Jinyu Vanke Plaza

The Beijing Jinyu Vanke Plaza is a new shopping center in the city’s northwestern district of Changping, home to the Ming Dynasty Tombs. The 140,000 m2 mall, from developer Vanke, aims to bring international style to this up-and-coming area. It includes a department store, supermarket, entertainment facilities, restaurants and other services. The shopping center’s architecture, designed by Woods Bagot, is characterized by sweeping curves and a neutral color palette. It incorporates as much daylight as possible, with a long organic shaped skylight over the main atrium.

Strata

The designer sought to create a piece of furniture that acted as both a functional seat as well as a sculptural conversation piece. Strata was created using digital 3D modeling, allowing for the exploration of many possibilities before a final design was chosen. The wood 'bricks' are cut from sheets of plywood using CNC technology, and assembled by hand. The surfaces of the seat and footrest are polished to a shine, and contrast the exterior surface of the overall form. When not in use, the footrest can be placed on the seat, transforming the chair into a purely sculptural piece.

Table T

Table T® combines smooth lines and strong materials. Like a futuristic candle in place for a romantic dinner, the soft glow of a built in led strip under the table’s surface warms the room and atmosphere around it. The led light passes through the white semi-transparent surface leaving an eye-catching impression of linear graphics behind. DuPont™ Corian® acts as the table’s main material, creating an intriguing play between luminosity and substance, which contrasts attractively with the metallic painted holding structure and solid wood as its standing parts.

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