Capsule Modulares Sofa by Stefano Ollino

Capsule Modulares Sofa by Stefano Ollino is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in Silber in Möbeldesign Competition Category.

SilberMöbel· 2025

Capsule Modulares Sofa

by Stefano Ollino

Client: Zito Living

A' Design Award in Silber Winner in Möbel Category

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The Design

About Capsule Modulares Sofa

Capsule ist ein modulares Sofa für Wohnräume. Der Entwurf folgt einer sanften, retro-futuristischen Formensprache mit abgerundeten Formen, die von einer aus der Erde emporsteigenden Kapsel inspiriert sind. Die Armlehnen sind als bequeme Flächen gestaltet, sodass man sich über das gesamte Sofa hinweg – und nicht nur auf der Sitzfläche – ausstrecken und entspannen kann. Capsule besteht aus weichem Schaumstoff und ist mit einem elastischen Stoff bezogen, der eine dreidimensionale Wabenstruktur aufweist. Es stehen mehrere Module zur Verfügung, sodass jeder Nutzer eine ganz persönliche Komposition für den Raum zusammenstellen kann.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Silber

Capsule Modulares Sofa ist Gewinner des A' Design Award in Silber, einer enorm prestigeträchtigen Anerkennung für erstklassige, großartige und beeindruckende Spitzendesigns. Silber-Gewinner sind ungemein brillante und äußerst kreative Werke, die die herausragende Expertise, das Talent und den Scharfsinn ihrer Designer veranschaulichen. Von Capsule Modulares Sofa wird erwartet, dass es ein wunderbares Vorzeigewerk ist, das bemerkenswert professionell und zutiefst innovativ ist. Dieses mit dem A' Design Award in Silber prämierte Design ist eine höchst bemerkenswerte, bewunderte Erfindung, die den Grenzen von Kunst, Wissenschaft, Design und Technologie zugutekommt und sie voranbringt. Capsule Modulares Sofa ist eine vielbeneidete Schöpfung, die Wünsche weckt, positive Gefühle vermittelt und Staunen und Verwunderung entfacht.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Capsule Sofa embraces a retro-futuristic soft design language, redefining the role of its armrests as more than just structural elements. Designed for ultimate relaxation, it invites users to explore new ways of interacting with their sofa. Now, comfort extends beyond the seat, allowing you to lounge, embrace, and unwind on the armrests, making full use of the sofa's entire surface.
Dimensions & Packaging: The sofa presents different modules which allow the user to build his how composition with this dimensions: 1750mm × 1250mm × 720mm, 1500mm × 1220mm × 720mm, 1750mm × 1490mm × 720mm
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Production Technology: The sofa is crafted from plush soft foam and enveloped in an elastic fabric featuring a unique three-dimensional honeycomb texture, adding both visual depth and tactile comfort.
Design Challenge: As mentioned before the most challenging part was designing an iconic product who can be accepted by the market.
Research: The challenge began with the goal of designing an iconic product, one that defies trends and stands out from the ordinary. From the initial sketches, we explored soft, inviting shapes instead of the rigid, serious forms that dominate the furniture industry today. The color palette focused on pastel tones, with the first concept emerging in a soothing, soft pink. To emphasize relaxation and friendliness, we reimagined the armrests, traditionally structural and overlooked, transforming them into the most comfortable and inviting parts of the sofa.
Inspiration: The Capsule Sofa embodies nature’s rebirth, inspired by a pod emerging from the earth with grace and elegance. More than just furniture, it symbolizes growth, blending raw natural beauty with refined craftsmanship. Each curve tells a story of transformation, where sophistication meets organic form. A timeless piece, it brings the serene essence of nature into your home, celebrating the harmony of design and the elegance that springs from the earth.
Project Duration: The project started in early June 2024 and the first product presentation happened at the Shanghai Furniture Fair in September 2024. At the end of the year has been awarded during the Guangzhou Design week with the Kapok Product Design Award 2024.
Operation Flow: As mentioned earlier, the key features include the flexibility to customize the structure using various modules and the innovative armrest design, which allows you to utilize the entire sofa surface for ultimate relaxation.
Image Credits: ZITO LIVING FURNITURECO.,LTD