Virella Dodrefn by Ghazaleh Abbasian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Gwobr Haearn A' Design Award in Dylunio Dodrefn Competition Category.
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Virella Dodrefn
Client: Ghazal
Gwobr Haearn A' Design Award Winner in Dodrefn Category
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About Virella Dodrefn
Mae'r dyluniad hwn wedi'i ysbrydoli gan ffurfiau naturiol yn rhyngweithio ag amgylcheddau trefol, ac mae'n cynnwys strwythur pren cordeddog sy'n mynegi symudiad a thrawsnewidiad. Mae'n integreiddio gwyrddni, seddau a goleuadau cynnil i greu perthynas gytbwys rhwng estheteg, ymarferoldeb a chynaliadwyedd. Mae'r strwythur yn fodiwlaidd ac wedi'i ddylunio'n ergonomig, gan gefnogi cysur a rhyngweithio cymdeithasol. Mae'r deunyddiau'n cynnwys coed gwydn, cynheiliaid metel, a goleuadau LED amgylchynol integredig, gan gyfrannu at ei addasrwydd a'i bresenoldeb mewn ystod o gyd-destunau trefol.
The Recognition
About the Gwobr Haearn A' Design Award
Mae Virella Dodrefn yn enillydd Gwobr Haearn A' Design Award, cydnabyddiaeth fawreddog a roddir i ddyluniadau da sydd yn bodloni'r gofynion proffesiynol a diwydiannol a ddisgwylir gan greadigaethau wedi'u dylunio'n dda. Mae enillwyr Haearn yn dangos medrusrwydd mawr, arbenigedd uchel, dealltwriaeth arbenigol a gallu creadigol eu crewyr. Disgwylir i Virella Dodrefn fod yn greadigaeth uchel ei bri, a edmygir ac a anwylir, sydd yn ymarferol ac yn arloesol. Mae'r dyluniad buddugol hwn o Wobr Haearn A' Design Award yn integreiddio arferion gorau'r diwydiant ac mae ganddo nodweddion technegol cymwys wedi'u cysylltu â gwybodaeth ymarferol a dawn. Parchir Virella Dodrefn am ei drylwyredd ac fe'i dyluniwyd i ddarparu gwelliannau ansawdd bywyd sydd yn helpu i wneud y byd yn lle gwell.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This design stands out through its sculptural wooden form that seamlessly integrates seating, greenery, and lighting. The twisted geometry enhances ergonomic comfort while maintaining visual dynamism. Its modular structure allows flexible placement in various urban contexts, promoting both social interaction and ecological awareness.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Height = 30 cm, Diameter = 30 cm
- Tags
- Furniture, Sustainable, Bench, Public space.
- Production Technology
- The product is composed of wooden planks in varying lengths, a linear LED light, and metal supports that ensure the bench remains level.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge is creating a piece that can be used for seating in public spaces while being both environmentally friendly and made from natural materials . At the same time, it must respect personal boundaries, bringing people together in a way that allows them to feel comfortable and at ease.
- Research
- This qualitative research explores how urban furniture design shapes user behavior and social interaction. Using observations, interviews, and ergonomic analysis, it found that thoughtful design guides behavior, respects boundaries, and fosters social harmony. The study highlights integrating ergonomics, psychology, and aesthetics to create inclusive, user-centered urban spaces.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the continuity of natural forms and their interaction with the urban environment. The gradual twist of the wooden structure evokes a sense of movement, flexibility, and transformation. Integrating greenery within the form symbolized the return of natural life to urban spaces, where contemporary design, functionality, and environmental sustainability find a balanced harmony.
- Project Duration
- Two months - Melbourne, Australia
- Operation Flow
- The overall design of this product is composed of wooden planks arranged side by side, forming a twisted parametric shape. In the upper surface and central section of the bench, some of these planks are removed to create space for planting flowers and greenery. A linear LED light is integrated beneath the bench, following its curved form to illuminate the surrounding area in harmony with the design.
- Team Members
- Ghazaleh Abbasian
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