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Compact Folio Set Furniture

Compact Folio Set

In recent years, due to the pressure of housing prices in Taiwan, more and more people have chosen to buy small houses. In response to the needs of small house residents, a furniture set with storage functions has been designed using folding and deformation techniques. This innovative product not only meets the practical needs of small house residents but also allows them to experience comfortable leisure time in a limited space. By maximizing functionality and comfort, this furniture set exemplifies how thoughtful design can transform small living spaces into cozy and efficient environments.

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Modello 09 Chair

Modello 09

Brazilian Modernism and Tropicalismo in a geometric body. With straight lines and congruous construction, Modello 09 holds a suspension design that creates an illusionary loop connecting seat, legs, back and arms in a distinctive manner. Built in solid Burmese hardwood teak, brass and cane webbing, the manufacturing process uniquely embraces marks and bruises as badges of honor of natural materials.

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Wings Leisure Chair

Wings

Wings is a leisure chair inspired by the movement of butterflies. The form refers to butterfly wings in different states, giving a solid object a sense of life. The back is connected to the middle of the seat, and the seat surface opens on both sides to wrap the hips for greater comfort. The legs use a double layer support that increases stability. The chair is produced as one piece by 3D printing in blue translucent plastic. The outer surface carries a striped texture that recalls wing patterns and increases friction.

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Graphic Sofa

Graphic

Graphic is a sofa designed for reception areas and living rooms. The form is simple and geometric, without ornament. The backrest derives from a circular shape extended to three times its radius, which gives the structured seat a lighter appearance. The frame is made of reforestation woods, with Lyptus in the structural parts and Pinus in the other parts. The seat holds foam of 30 density, and the feet are carbon steel painted with automotive paint. The cover is natural fabric. The gap between the seat and the floor makes cleaning easier.

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Framy Customizable Room Divider

Framy

Framy is a customizable room divider designed for homes with limited space. Framy is assembled from any combination of seven panel types, including hanger, ladder, whiteboard, canvas pockets, mirror, sound absorption board and peg board. The panels are joined with hook and loop fasteners, so the divider can be set up quickly and folded flat for storage. Framy can also be used as a clothing rack or an organizer. The panels are made of plywood produced from thinned wood sourced in Hokkaido, Japan, a material that is often discarded.

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Flow Sideboard

Flow

Flow is a sideboard inspired by the 1930s Streamline style, combining fluid lines with modern aesthetics. Its design features curved wooden modules and custom metal components, finished in a matte lacquer with copper-toned accents. Unconventional, angled legs and specialized opening systems for drawers and cabinets create an aerodynamic yet practical form. The integration of high precision CNC techniques with traditional craftsmanship results in a contemporary piece that evokes retro-futuristic sensibilities while ensuring structural integrity.

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Swing Ao Stool

Swing Ao

Most conventional chairs are designed based on the idea that sitting is a static state, even though the human body is designed to move. Swing Ao has a tension structure that allows the seat to move freely in conjunction with the movement of the sitter's pelvis. This promotes a feeling of floating and the movement of the pelvis, spine, and surrounding muscles, activating the body's functions just like playing on a small swing. Additionally, it can be used as a stationary stool with an 8-degree angled seat surface to maintain a healthy posture with an elongated spine.

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Zina Garment Rack

Zina

Zina is a series of garment racks and simple wardrobes for home clothing storage. The frames are made of metal round tubes and panels, and are completed with spherical decorative parts of molded plastic. The mobile rack has swivel casters and Oxford cloth bags for small items. The wall leaning rack holds clothes on the upper part and shoes on the lower part. The wardrobe allows both stacking and hanging, and hooks are provided for bags. Bright colors add a fresh accent to plain home environments.

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Elderease  Elderly Chair

Elderease

Elderease is a chair designed to assist older people when sitting down and standing up. The chair is built with an integrated metal steel frame, eco-friendly multi-layer boards and a soft cushion. Pressing down on the armrests activates a structural mechanism that raises the seat and supports the hips during standing. Damping components keep the movement smooth. The seat height and armrest positions are adjustable for different users. The chair measures 660 mm in width, 560 mm in depth and 880 mm in height, and the appearance suits a home interior.

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The Realm Series Customizable Home Cloakroom

The Realm Series

The Realm Series is a modular home cloakroom designed for residential storage. The structure is based on cylindrical aluminum profiles, which are light and stable. Circular design elements reduce the sharp and cold appearance of traditional aluminum furniture. Shelves, drawers and handles follow the same rounded form. The materials are aluminum, leather, solid wood veneer and paint. Drawer modules, sections for long and short clothing and racks can be combined freely to suit different room sizes. Four material and color schemes are available.

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Guardians Furniture Set

Guardians

Guardians is a limited-edition furniture set that includes a chair and a table. The design is inspired by zoomorphic iconography, which appears in prehistoric art and in traditional crafts such as carpet weaving and pottery. The chair measures 70 by 75 by 90 cm and is shaped for ergonomic comfort. The table measures 75 by 170 by 80 cm. Each piece is produced with an advanced three-dimensional printing system combined with fiberglass technology, and is refined by hand. Guardians aims to build a positive emotional connection between people and animals.

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Season Stool

Season

Season is a multifunctional seat designed for small rented homes. Removing the top cushion turns Season into a side table that can hold a laptop or small items. The table surface can also be lifted to reveal hidden storage for a phone charger, pens and notes. A wooden support under the base helps the piece move easily between rooms and protects the lower materials from abrasion. The inner structure is solid wood from certified sustainable forestry, with a perforated top of low formaldehyde microparticles. Several colours and finishes are offered.

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