Press Release
Silver A' Design Award in Furniture Design Goes to Fleur Sofa by Essa and Sonolee
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Essa and Sonolee for furniture design
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Fleur Sofa by Essa and Sonolee, designed for Essa, has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The recognition forms part of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Silver A' Design Award
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
Regarding Fleur Sofa
The Fleur sofa is inspired by natural curves, resembling the gentle unfolding of flower petals. The backrest and armrests are finished with elegant curves, offering both visual beauty and a soft, enveloping seating experience. The low-back design enhances openness and visually expands the space. The frame is slim yet sturdy, offering modern sophistication with minimalistic, organic lines. This design blends trendy and timeless elements, creating a comfortable and stylish piece.
Award Record
Essa and Sonolee is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
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. The competition 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. Entries typically include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. Awarded furniture designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/furniture
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/169901
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/169901
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!169901
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/366063
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.essasofa.co.kr/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Fleur Sofa
- Function
- Sofa
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Essa
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Essa and Sonolee
- Country
- Republic of Korea
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #169901
Credits
- Team
- ESSA and SONOLEE
- Image Credits
- Photo by Kim Yeonje Video credited by Kwon Hyouk-se Essa, Sonolee
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The Fleur sofa, inspired by a blooming flower bud, brings an elegant aura and unique beauty to any space. Designed to fit diverse lifestyles, it includes 4person, 3person, and 1person sofas, along with custom pet beds. Its flexible design allows versatile configurations, optimizing space. Fleur seamlessly blends into its surroundings, becoming an artistic object that enriches and adds deeper meaning to the environment.
- Inspiration
- The Fleur sofa draws inspiration from the shape of a blooming flower bud. Like a flower's bloom, it fills the space with elegance and unique beauty. More than just functional, it embodies individuality and life. Its design, resembling unfolding petals, naturally reflects personal taste.
- Research
- Fleur sofa focuses on creating a sofa that combines natural design with ergonomic comfort. The objective was to blend aesthetics with functionality, offering users both visual appeal and optimal comfort. Methods included user feedback, ergonomic testing, and material experimentation. Results show that the Fleur sofa provides adjustable seating and superior comfort, highly rated by users. This design impacts furniture trends by emphasizing personalized comfort and sustainability, potentially influencing both consumer behavior and business practices in the industry.
- Challenge
- The challenge was to create a sofa that combines aesthetic beauty, comfort, and sustainability. Extensive research was conducted on ergonomic design and material innovation to enhance comfort, with a particular focus on Aeriform layers and fabric. Additionally, research was carried out on filling materials to maintain the Fleur's elegant curves without compromising functionality. Sustainability was also a key factor, and eco-friendly materials and adhesives were chosen to minimize environmental impact while maintaining high performance.
- Realization and Technology
- The Essa Fleur sofa combines beauty, comfort, and sustainability. The seat cushion features an Aerifoam layer for a plush feel, while the triple layer system of high elastic polyurethane foam, memory foam, and memory chips ensures even weight distribution and lasting comfort. Polyurethane foam offers excellent support, while memory foam and memory chips adapt to the body’s shape. The backrest and armrests are filled with goose down for ergonomic support. Designed with sustainability in mind, it uses eco friendly adhesives and high quality wood ensuring both comfort and minimal environmental impact.
- Operation and Interaction
- Piping Detail The armrest cushions feature elegant piping, adding individuality and allowing for personalized styling. The adjustable silhouette drapes freely to suit the space. Low-Back Design The low-back design provides a sense of openness, while the 430mm high backrest ensures comfort. The clean design enhances relaxation. Fixed Strap Detail Removable armrest cushions can be secured with Velcro, and the sofa corners are stabilized with fixed straps, maintaining a refined look.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project finished in Seoul in November 2024.
- Specifications
- Material Size 4person seat 2940*1050*740 3person seat 2200*1020*740 1person seat 1100*1020*740 Pet bed 940*600*320
- Keywords
- Sofa, Furniture, Lifestyle, Collection, interior
