Cube Sofa nga Adunay Lamesa by Saya Takamine

Cube Sofa nga Adunay Lamesa by Saya Takamine is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award nga Puthaw in Disenyo sa Muwebles Competition Category.

PuthawMuwebles· 2026

Cube Sofa nga Adunay Lamesa

by Saya Takamine

Client: Saya Takamine

A' Design Award nga Puthaw Winner in Muwebles Category

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The Design

About Cube Sofa nga Adunay Lamesa

Kining maong disenyo nakakuha og inspirasyon gikan sa kalainan tali sa konkreto ug sa mga tanom nga makita sa adlaw-adlaw nga kinabuhi sa syudad. Ang mga natural nga organikong elemento gihubad ngadto sa geometriko nga pinulongan sa disenyo. Ang panit niini nagpahinumdom sa konkreto nga nabasa sa ulan samtang ang mga panapton nagpakita sa kagansangon ug dili regular nga kinaiya sa materyal. Ang bugnaw nga abohon nga mga aksento ug ang uniporme nga desk mat nagpasiugda sa tekstura ug sa relasyon sa mga tono. Ang gisagol nga faux moss nagdala og pinugngan apan mamatikdan nga organikong presensya. Pinaagi sa maampingong pagkontrol sa gidak-on ug gitas-on, kining maong disenyo nakab-ot ang biswal nga balanse sulod sa iyang palibot.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award nga Puthaw

Cube Sofa nga Adunay Lamesa usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw, usa ka dungganon nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa maayong mga disenyo nga nakatagbo sa propesyonal ug industriyal nga mga gikinahanglan nga gipaabot gikan sa maayo ang pagkadisenyo nga mga paglalang. Ang mga mananaog sa Puthaw nagpakita og dakong kahanas, taas nga espesyalisasyon, eksperto nga pagsabot, ug mamugnaon nga abilidad sa ilang mga tiglalang. Gilauman nga ang Cube Sofa nga Adunay Lamesa mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga paglalang nga praktikal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Puthaw naghiusa sa labing maayong mga praktis sa industriya ug adunay hanas nga teknikal nga mga kinaiya nga nalambigit sa kahibalo ug talento. Cube Sofa nga Adunay Lamesa gitahod tungod sa pagkamaabtik niini ug gidisenyo aron maghatag og mga pagpaayo sa kalidad sa kinabuhi nga makatabang sa paghimo sa kalibutan nga mas maayong dapit.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Cube is a modular furniture piece that integrates seating and surface functions within a unified, sculptural form.
The texture of concrete is expressed through a curated combination of different fabrics which is achieving a solid appearance with tactile softness.
Inspired by Karesansui, faux moss representing plants is arranged in a natural and restrained yet noticeable balance. The three blocks have different aspect ratios, translating the accidental beauty found in natural concrete cracks into geometric design. The inverted trapezoidal form provides a wide, comfortable seat while minimizing floor contact, allowing the piece to harmonize with the surrounding space.
Dimensions & Packaging: Depth 600 mm x Width 650 mm x Seat Height 370 mm
Tags: Sofa, Table, Concrete, Greenery, Plants, Moss, Contrast, Artificial, Urban Landscape
Production Technology: The internal structure is primarily made of plywood, achieving a lightweight form while maintaining the appearance of concrete. The two sofa cubes incorporate cushioning materials and soft, tactile fabrics, creating seating surfaces that visually resemble concrete yet remain comfortable and inviting.
Design Challenge: Determining the taper angle of the base and achieving a realistic visual balance were major challenges. Even a one degree difference in the taper significantly affected the overall impression and proportions, requiring the examination of numerous 3D models. In pursuit of realism, extensive experimentation was conducted to identify the optimal fabric combinations and paint color adjustments to express the texture of concrete.
Research: In the process of translating the concept into a product, existing furniture was researched and evaluated based on real world usability. This informed a balance between visual appeal and functional comfort. From the structural framework to the upholstery, the piece was repeatedly examined and refined from a makers perspective, leading to continuous improvements throughout the production process.
Inspiration: This project draws inspiration from the contrast between the inorganic, artificial concrete that fills urban environments and the greenery that sprouts powerfully from its crevices. It aims to transform the relationship between artificial outdoor elements and the modest yet vigorous vitality of the plants thriving within them into an indoor object at a scale suitable for everyday living spaces.
Project Duration: The project started in June 2025 and finished September 2025 in Okinawa, Japan
Operation Flow: Of the three cubes, two function as cushioned sofas and one as a wooden table. The table can hold drinks or books, encouraging communication with others, while also allowing a single user to relax comfortably with ample space. While the concept is fully expressed when all three cubes are combined, each cube can also be used independently, allowing flexible arrangements depending on the occasion and environment.
Image Credits: Image #1-5: Saya Takamine, Hiroto Nakamura