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Stoniture Sofa

Abbas Sufinejad Sofa Furniture Thursday, 3 September 2026

Stoniture

Stoniture is a sofa inspired by the form of natural stone. The design has a curved edge and a broad support surface to provide a comfortable and relaxed seating position. The seat foam adjusts slightly under weight, so the seating surface follows the body. The body structure is made of wood, and the seat contains foam with a density of 30. The sofa measures 110 by 95 by 50 centimeters. The simple shape is intended to reflect the simplicity of natural stone and to create a sense of familiarity. Stoniture was designed in Tehran in 2023.

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Incline Modular Seating

ALENA BULATAYA Modular Seating Furniture Wednesday, 2 September 2026

Incline

The Incline Soft Collection combines architectural clarity with inviting comfort. Defined by inclined planes and calm geometry, the system offers sofas, chaises, and lounge modules that can be rearranged for residential or hospitality spaces. Its modular logic allows compact or expansive layouts, while refined craftsmanship ensures durability. Soft contours balance structural precision, creating a timeless design statement inspired by the desert landscapes of Dubai, where the collection was first envisioned.

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Be Water Lamp

Fernando Correa Lamp Lighting Tuesday, 1 September 2026

Be Water

Be Water is a linear, modular and recessed kinetic LED lamp for decorative wall washing. The lamp is installed inside a light cove or behind furniture, so only the moving light is visible. Light is refracted through a handmade glass cylinder that rotates on its axis and projects fluctuating flares onto the wall. The effect recalls sunlight reflected on the surface of moving water. One motor can drive from one to six modules. Optional filters create the colour variants Be Fire, Be Air and Be Earth. Aluminium, borosilicate glass and plexiglass are used, and each piece is made in Italy.

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Poise Adjustable Table Lamp

Dabi Robert Adjustable Table Lamp Lighting Monday, 31 August 2026

Poise

The acrobatic appearance of Poise, a table lamp designed by Robert Dabi of unform.studio shifts between static & dynamic and a big or small posture. Depending on the proportion between its' illuminated ring and the arm holding it, an intersecting or tangent line to the circle occurs. When placed on a higher shelf, the ring could overhang the shelf; or by tilting the ring, it could touch a surrounding wall. The intention of this adjustability is to get the owner creatively involved and play with the light source in proportion to other objects surrounding it.

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Spark Sofa

Jun Wang Sofa Furniture Sunday, 30 August 2026

Spark

Spark is a sofa designed for both indoor and outdoor use. The monobloc form has smooth, fluid lines and no harsh edges. The sofa is made of polycarbonate, a transparent yet sturdy material that resists shock and weathering. Under dim light, the clear body recalls the look of a spark. Assembly involves two parts, as the seat is placed on the main body base. Spark is offered in single and two-seater versions, measuring 1300 by 800 by 950 millimeters and 2500 by 800 by 950 millimeters. The design suits a variety of interior styles.

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Peri Chair

Luan Del Savio Chair Furniture Saturday, 29 August 2026

Peri

Peri is a chair inspired by the Tupi Guarani culture and its close relationship with nature. The name comes from a Tupi Guarani word meaning field of reeds. The base is made of solid wood, while the seat and backrest are made of sisal, a natural and biodegradable fiber. Computer controlled machines shape the organic form of the wood, and the finishing is completed by hand. The chair measures 610 mm by 545 mm by 845 mm. The ergonomic shape supports comfortable use. Peri joins traditional craft techniques with sustainable production methods.

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