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Royan Sofa

Esmail Ghadrdani Sofa Furniture Thursday, 11 June 2026

Royan

Royan is a double-sided sofa designed for hotel lobbies, waiting rooms, libraries and other luxury spaces. The curved form is inspired by the letters of Nasta'liq calligraphy, a script used in Iran and in many Islamic countries. Seating is offered on both sides, and the shaped armrests allow users to lean in several ways. Built-in spaces hold books and plants, and wireless chargers are included. The wooden frame is shaped by CNC machining and is covered with polyurethane foam and a layer of leather or fabric. Metal edges protect the bases.

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Lotus Guest Chair

Ming-Li Chang Guest Chair Furniture Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Lotus

Lotus is a guest chair designed to bring forth a translation of traditional Ming Dynasty chair design for a modern space. The design was inspired by a Ming Dynasty folding chair that was created to allow high-class generals to maintain a gesture of status during an outing. There's a Chinese idiom that describes the growth of a lotus flower, out of the mud yet unstained. Kindness, warmth, generosity, and pureness of heart are all emotions the chair hopes to convey.

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Oco Armchair

Maurício Coelho Armchair Furniture Tuesday, 9 June 2026

Oco

The Oco armchair is a minimalist piece with a strong, elegant and original look. Its name refers to the empty space inside a hollow sphere and it is in this space that those who sit in it are accommodated. The upholstery is ergonomic and soft and the piece comes in a variety of finishes, such as natural wood veneer, lacquer, electrostatic paint and others. The Oco armchair is an example of timeless design, whose aesthetic language breaks the barrier of trends and focuses on the authenticity of ideas.

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Calligraphy Study Desk

Two square meters Desk Furniture Monday, 8 June 2026

Calligraphy Study

Calligraphy Study is an electric height-adjustable desk designed for children who learn Chinese calligraphy. Calligraphy is usually written while standing, so the desk height can be changed between 56 and 110 centimetres with a control panel that shows the current height. The desktop can be tilted from 0 to 60 degrees for drawing and reading. The frame is made of solid wood with traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and rattan wickerwork covers the screen. Wooden holders keep brushes in place with magnets. A small mobile cabinet stores paper rolls and scrolls.

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Moderna Sideboard

Dogtas Design Team Sideboard Furniture Sunday, 7 June 2026

Moderna

Moderna is a sideboard designed for living spaces. The side panels are veneered with Anatolian walnut and finished with a matte varnish. The doors are made of ribbed bronze glass, shaped with a fusion technique, and turn on pivot hinges. A travertine bottom panel rests on metal legs. Interior and exterior lighting with touch sensors can be operated in separate zones. A light line along the top plate forms the signature of the design. The drawer holds an organizer and has recessed handles. The sideboard measures 2300 by 500 by 700 millimeters.

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Spidique Chair

yang siqi Chair Furniture Saturday, 6 June 2026

Spidique

Spidique is a chair produced with 3D printing technology in PLA. The form of Spidique was generated with Ameba software, which applies the BESO algorithm for topological optimization. The calculated shape was then refined by the design team to improve ergonomics and visual appeal. Slender lines are merged into the structure to balance appearance and mechanics. Prototypes were printed and tested for comfort and durability. The intent behind Spidique is to reach the required function with a minimal amount of plastic and reduced material waste.

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