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Bondo Indoor Sofa

Bondo

Bondo is an indoor sofa designed to support social interaction at home. The form of Bondo refers to the social behavior of wolves, which rest and act together. The sofa measures 227 cm in width, 106 cm in depth and 89 cm in height, with a seat height of 38 cm. The internal structure uses precision CNC-cut plywood with a spliced-fill composite backboard. The cover is Knoll fabric, and a decorative walnut backplate replaces the usual box-style assembly. Several units can be joined to form a larger shared seating space.

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Threshold Coffee Table

Threshold

Threshold is a coffee table composed of interlocking metal planes that achieve stability without additional fasteners. The structure is formed from Cnc processed and precision bent steel components that slide into engineered slots for tool free assembly. Surface options include brushed steel and matte powder coating to ensure durability. The design focuses on proportion, clarity and ease of installation, presenting a composed metal form suited for residential and commercial interiors.

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Bulbo Chair

Bulbo

Bulbo is a lounge chair with a sculptural form based on botanical shapes. The structure and legs are made of solid tauari wood, selected for strength and uniform grain. The chair stands on only three legs, and the asymmetrical arrangement keeps the seat stable. The armrests are made of thin wood veneers, glued and bent under high pressure. The seat and backrest are upholstered with high density foam and covered in boucle fabric. The curved backrest supports the body, while the armrests give lateral support.

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Ryo Armchair

Ryo

Ryo is an armchair shaped as a single continuous form. The undulations run from the seat to the back and create an uninterrupted loop. The design started from the question of whether a common piece of furniture could take a freer form. The complex three-dimensional surface was difficult to produce and was achieved by using stretch fabric. The armchair measures 725 millimetres in width, 730 millimetres in depth and 800 millimetres in height. The curved shell envelops the person who sits on it and adds a sculptural element to the space.

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Leaf Side Table

Leaf

Leaf Side Table combines a support surface with integrated ambient lighting. The composition is organized around a hemispherical wooden base from which a slender metal stem rises to support a tray like top intended for everyday objects. Above the surface a metal leaf element shelters a touch activated light source that produces a diffused glow. The configuration references botanical structures where a stem supports a leaf that filters light. Through the integration of wood, metal and lighting, the design functions both as a side table and a light source within interior spaces.

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On Belay Lounge Chair

On Belay

On Belay is a lounge chair that reuses retired climbing ropes. Ropes that are no longer suitable for climbing keep their strength and flexibility, so they are woven into the seat and the backrest. The woven surface is soft and flexible, and it spreads weight evenly to give support without rigid parts. The frame is made of Kapur wood with lap and bridle joints reinforced by dual dowels at the corners. Traditional weaving methods are combined with climbing knots to bind the ropes to the frame. The chair measures 600 by 850 by 650 millimetres.

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Orange-Link Children's Furniture

Orange-Link

Orange Link is a furniture series designed for children. The series combines solid ash wood with orange engineering plastic joints. The wooden parts are CNC cut and finished with wax oil, while the orange nodes are made by injection molding. The rounded plastic joints wrap the wooden connections, removing sharp edges and guiding touch. The interlocking joints also simplify assembly and support efficient production. Dimensions follow the reach and sight of children, aiding reading, crafting and organizing. The colour contrast joins natural warmth with industrial precision.

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Lagoon Concept Coffee Table

Lagoon Concept

Lagoon Concept is a coffee table inspired by the landscape of Guatape Lake in Colombia. The solid wood base features layered, asymmetrical forms that suggest the surrounding terrain. A curved glass top rests above the base, shaped to recall the movement of water. Open sections in the glass allow parts of the wood structure to rise through, resembling mountain peaks. The form was developed through visual research, sketching and three-dimensional modeling. Lagoon Concept turns a regional landscape into a usable surface.

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Soli Chair

Soli

Soli is a chair designed for everyday seating. The design balances ergonomics, visual lightness and structural precision. The solid wood structure is made from responsibly sourced reforested Jequitiba wood, with smooth and continuous transitions between legs, seat and backrest. The curved backrest is upholstered in leather and guides posture without any adjustment mechanism. Anatomical curves and high performance foam provide comfort. Industrial machining ensures precision, while controlled manual finishing preserves material integrity and durability.

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Dune Modular Compressed Sofa

Dune

Dune is a modular sofa designed for living spaces. The collection includes single-seater, single-seater with armrest and two-seater modules, each 100 cm deep and 75 cm high. Curved forms and warm gradient tones recall sand dunes. High-resilience memory foam and a lightweight, high-strength frame allow each module to be compressed for packing and to regain its full shape after unpacking. Compression lowers transport volume and cost. The modules can be joined to form different layouts. The gradient knit fabric is durable, wrinkle resistant and stretchy.

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Desafinado Bench

Desafinado

Desafinado is a bench designed as a study in balance and restraint. The form follows Scandinavian clarity, with straight lines and simple geometry, combined with the weight and directness of Brazilian brutalist modernism. Low proportions invite a relaxed posture, and the split between seat and back creates visual tension. A deliberate overhang balances the seat and the back in opposite directions. The bench is made almost entirely of European oak with a black stain, and a thin hand-stitched cushion in Brazilian saddle leather completes the seat.

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Niemeyer II Armchair

Niemeyer II

Designed by Joana Santos Barbosa, the rounded forms of the Niemeyer II armchair are influenced by the modernist House of Canoas of Oscar Niemeyer. Having a refined design with architectural details, this armchair is minimal and yet a statement piece. The upholstery work is meticulous, with seams reduced to essential, in order to reproduce the backward movement of flat roof when seen from an aerial view. Upholstered in a special woven bouclé, this welcoming armchair receives people with a gentle embrace and feels the most comfortable place in the room.

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