Marka Cadair Amlbwrpas by Adel Alserhani is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Gwobr Efydd A' Design Award in Dylunio Dodrefn Competition Category.
EfyddDodrefn· 2025
Marka Cadair Amlbwrpas
Gwobr Efydd A' Design Award Winner in Dodrefn Category
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About Marka Cadair Amlbwrpas
Cyflwynwn y Cynheiliant Braich Modiwlaidd, ateb eistedd i ddau sy'n trosi'n ddiymdrech yn gadair heb goesau heb sgriwtiau na glud. Mae'r dyluniad chwareus hwn yn annog trefniadau eistedd deinamig a ffordd iach o fyw. Wedi'i ysbrydoli gan gyfrwy camel a ddefnyddir gan grwydriaid Bedouin, mae'n cyfuno treftadaeth ddiwylliannol ag estheteg fodern. Yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer defnydd dan do ac awyr agored, yn enwedig mewn rhanbarthau fel y Dwyrain Canol ac Asia, mae'r darn hwn yn meithrin rhyngweithio cymdeithasol a chysur, gan wahodd defnyddwyr i fwynhau eistedd cymunedol mewn ffordd hwyl a deniadol.
The Recognition
About the Gwobr Efydd A' Design Award
Mae Marka Cadair Amlbwrpas yn enillydd Gwobr Efydd A' Design Award, cydnabyddiaeth hynod fawreddog a roddir i ddyluniadau rhagorol sydd yn nodedig am greadigrwydd, dyfeisgarwch a chraffter. Mae enillwyr Efydd yn arteffactau medrus iawn a thrawiadol o greadigol sydd yn dilysu profiad helaeth, dychymyg a dyfeisgarwch eu dylunwyr. Disgwylir i Marka Cadair Amlbwrpas fod yn wrthrych uchel ei fri, a edmygir ac a anwylir, sydd yn nodedig o broffesiynol ac arloesol. Mae'r dyluniad buddugol hwn o Wobr Efydd A' Design Award yn ymgorffori arferion gorau mewn celf, gwyddoniaeth, dylunio a thechnoleg, ac yn rhagorol am ei sylw i fanylion. Mae Marka Cadair Amlbwrpas yn bodloni anghenion yn odidog, yn cyffwrdd â dyheadau, yn swyno teimladau ac yn apelio at chwilfrydedd.
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- Unique Properties
- Modular armrest for two persons could convert into legless chair without any use of screws or glue giving the user the ability to change positions in a healthy and fun way of assembling .The design is a modern floor seating inspired by camel saddle that have been use as an an armrest when bedouin nomads settle . Marka could be use as an outdoor furniture and as an indoor in another regions such as middle-east and asia where floor seating is more common.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- - Panel (A) H:50cm - W:50
- Panel (B) H:50 - W:40
- Cover : consist of three padded section connected by hidden level adjustable joinery .
- Triangular Pillow
First position (marka) : can be slides into each other as an X shape to be floor armrest .
Second Position ( legless chair ) : insert Panel B into Panel A to have legless chair and by using the padded cover and the triangular shaped pillow you have the ability to change between various body positions - Tags
- Floor seating , Cultural Furniture , Modular furniture , Lightweight, recycled, recyclable, suitable, cosy , Creative, innovative,
- Production Technology
- Keeping the flow of organic multi uses of this ancient furniture the designer intention is to develop from natural and recycled composite materials to reserved this amazing connection and harmony between land and humanity that trace back to the main inspiration of this design . the base of the piece will be made of 100% recycled and recyclable polypropylene recovered from local furniture production waste and the local auto- motive industry.
- Design Challenge
- Living in a massive and vast city such as Riyadh, with a population of almost 8 million, I have noticed a growing sense of loneliness among individuals. This might be due to the booming economy and rapid development across all sectors. However, it social effects have become more noticeable, with people feeling a sense of strangeness and not belonging. In our pursuit of progress, we must not forget the importance of maintaining the social fabric that binds us.To address this, we need to foster sharing and caring through genuine human interaction, reclaiming the sense of community that has always been a cornerstone of our identity. The motive behind this design challenge is not to force change but to provide a solution to this social phenomenon within an everyday product that everyone needs.
- Research
- The product sparks from Social and Behavioral Research that aims to explore the shift in social norms and traditions within Arab societies, focusing on the contrast between historical communal lifestyles and the contemporary situation. The study examines how these changes impact individual behavior and social well-being.the main goal is to Design an everyday object that encourages social interaction and strengthens the sharing spirit in ones life. This project should seamlessly integrate into daily life, promoting genuine connections and a sense of belonging.The research method form Marka was in Arab Literature and archived images and paintings from Orientalists on the other hand I ran few social studies on social media and public spaces and verbal interviews to have a sense of the general atmosphere among society and I noticed the following :
Economic Pressures: The pursuit of economic success and the demands of modern careers have shifted focus from communal to individual goals
Technology and Social Media: While these have connected people globally, they often contribute to physical isolation and superficial interactions.
mpact on Individuals:
Social Isolation: The weakening of traditional social networks can lead to feelings of loneliness and alienation.
Mental Health: Increased stress and mental health issues are linked to the loss of community support.
Identity and Belonging: Rapid cultural changes can lead to a crisis of identity and a diminished sense of belonging. - Inspiration
- In revisiting our visual memory, the bedouin lifestyle emerges as a profound influence on the concept of Marka. Constant traveling was not just a way of living it was a celebration of freedom, encapsulated by exploration and following the unknown. This Bedouin spirit manifested in the practical use of the design multipurpose, lightweight, and easy to transport.Originally, Marka used as a saddlery for camel riding. However, when bedouin communities settled, Marka transformed into a furniture piece . From this concept of multifunction and modularity I found the bridge that links this rooted product to a contemporary product all in one design .
- Project Duration
- Project started in September 2023 in Riyadh - Saudi Arabia . The prototypes started in early 2024.
- Operation Flow
- The First position of Marka is a call to have a dialogue with the others while the second position gives the modern need to have a moment for the individual .
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