Press Release
Primadonna Armchair by Ariane Rosa Is Granted the Bronze A' Design Award in Furniture Design
Ariane Rosa of Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio honored for furniture design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Primadonna Armchair by Ariane Rosa of Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio, designed for Ariane Rosa Arquitetura e Design, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Bronze A' Design Award Means
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About Primadonna Armchair
The Primadonna Armchair is a masterful blend of elegance and comfort. Its circular frame, crafted from solid wood, features smooth, flowing lines that highlight its timeless design. The armchair includes an upholstered seat and cushions for exceptional comfort, complemented by a matching ottoman. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, it balances aesthetics and functionality, offering versatility for a variety of interiors. The Primadonna is not only a seating solution but also a sophisticated statement of refined craftsmanship.
About Ariane Rosa
Ariane Rosa is a Brazilian senior architect, interior designer, and furniture designer with international design awards. She develops customized residential, institutional, and corporate projects, including renovations and consulting, coordinating teams, budgets, and timelines from concept to delivery. Her practice integrates spatial planning, material specification, lighting, and furniture design, with an emphasis on user needs and long-term use. She also produces architecture and interior design content as a YouTube creator. She served as President of Rotary International (2022–2023) and is a member of BNI since 2025.
About Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio
At Ariane Rosa architecture and design, we believe that everyone can be whoever they want. We create unique and daring projects, expressing your individuality in a way that values your stories and personality. Our studio is dedicated to crafting
Award Record
Ariane Rosa of Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio is a winner of 3 A' Design Awards, including this recognition. The awards were granted between the 2022 - 2023 and the 2024 - 2025 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Furniture Design Award
The A' Furniture Design Award is an international furniture competition recognizing good furniture designs by best furniture designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to furniture designers, product designers, industrial design studios and furniture brands from all countries. Typical entries include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. The awarded furniture designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/furniture
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/166625
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/166625
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!166625
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/313230
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://youtu.be/LNQbH2WLZF8
Media Contact
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Primadonna Armchair
- Function
- Armchair
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Light Gray, Peru, Silver, Sienna and Dark Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Ariane Rosa Arquitetura e Design
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Ariane Rosa
- Country
- Brazil
- Brand
- Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #166625
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The Primadonna armchair was conceived to offer an unprecedented design that stands apart in the market with its unique aesthetics. Crafted from sustainably sourced solid kiri wood, it features a removable upholstered seat in waterproof fabric, ensuring durability and easy maintenance. Its modular design includes a matching ottoman that doubles as a footrest or side table. Customizable finishes and loose cushions prioritize both beauty and unmatched comfort, redefining functional luxury.
- Inspiration
- The Primadonna armchair was inspired by the desire to create a truly unique and captivating piece that seamlessly blends form and function. Drawing from the elegance of mid-century modern design and the organic beauty of natural materials, the chair embodies timeless sophistication. Extensive research on ergonomics and sustainable practices informed its design, ensuring comfort and environmental responsibility. The result is a harmonious balance between innovation, artistry, and utility.
- Research
- This research yielded an innovative armchair, blending functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability. The goal was a unique, scalable, modular design for easy transport and assembly. Market analysis confirmed efficient production feasibility using sustainably sourced wood, reducing costs and boosting sustainability. The final design is innovative and eco-friendly, with strong market potential. This work advances furniture design and promotes responsible production.
- Challenge
- The hardest part of this design activity was creating a unique piece using manual techniques, without relying on advanced machinery. The challenge lay in combining innovation with craftsmanship, while ensuring that the design remained functional, aesthetically pleasing, and scalable. Internal factors, such as a deep respect for traditional methods, and external factors, such as limited production possibilities and technological constraints, required creative problem-solving to overcome and achieve the desired result.
- Realization and Technology
- The Primadonna armchair is meticulously handcrafted from sustainably sourced solid kiri wood, valued for its strength and lightness. The production process relies on skilled artisans to shape its elegant curves and seamless joints. Designed with practicality in mind, the chair and ottoman are easily disassembled, allowing for compact packaging and efficient transport. Upholstered in waterproof, high-performance fabric, the Primadonna combines artisanal quality, functional design, and timeless beauty.
- Operation and Interaction
- The Primadonna armchair offers a seamless blend of beauty and functionality. Its loose cushions provide customizable comfort, while the ottoman serves as both a footrest and a side table, adapting to different needs. The removable seat makes cleaning and fabric changes simple, ensuring longevity. Designed to be easily disassembled, it simplifies transport and storage. The Primadonna enhances any space with its versatility, comfort, and timeless elegance, creating a truly engaging experience.
- Project Duration and Location
- The Primadonna armchair project began in june 2024 in Itapema and finished in december 2024 in Itajai, Brazil, and it is not yet in production. Its design was meticulously crafted to ensure a balance of innovation, functionality, and aesthetic appeal.
- Specifications
- Armchair Dimensions: Width 900 mm x Depth 800 mm x Height 600 mm Ottoman Dimensions: Width 500 mm x Depth 600 mm x Height 350 mm Both pieces are designed for ease of assembly and disassembly, optimizing packaging with reduced volume for efficient transport. The armchair features a removable upholstered seat and loose cushions, while the ottoman doubles as a side table, combining functionality with compact practicality.
- Keywords
- wooden armmchair, kiri wood, solid wood furniture, wood armchair, armchair design, armchair
