Ariu Πολυθρόνα by Research and Development Design Italia Srl is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Ασημένιο Βραβείο A' Design Award in Σχεδιασμός Επίπλων Competition Category.
ΑσημένιοΈπιπλα· 2024
Ariu Πολυθρόνα
by Research and Development Design Italia Srl
Client: Rdd Italia
Ασημένιο Βραβείο A' Design Award Winner in Έπιπλα Category
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About Ariu Πολυθρόνα
Το Ariu είναι μια πολυθρόνα που συνδυάζει τον οικολογικό σχεδιασμό με την προσαρμοστικότητα, επαναστατώντας το βιώσιμο έπιπλο με την εύκολα αποσυναρμολογήσιμη δομή της, προάγοντας τη μείωση των αποβλήτων και την ανακυκλωσιμότητα. Ο πυρήνας της, ένα οθωμανικό, συνδέει τις σφαίρες με ιμάντες τάνυσης, συνδυάζοντας μορφή και λειτουργία. Αυτός ο αρθρωτός σχεδιασμός επιτρέπει τη χρήση ως μπάλες γυμναστικής, καλύπτοντας την ανάγκη για ευέλικτο έπιπλο. Το Ariu προσαρμόζεται στις ανάγκες του σύγχρονου εσωτερικού σχεδιασμού προσφέροντας λύσεις εξοικονόμησης χώρου και πολυλειτουργικότητας, ενθαρρύνοντας τη βιώσιμη κατανάλωση. Η καινοτομία μπορεί να μειώσει τις περιβαλλοντικές επιπτώσεις και να επαναπροσδιορίσει τη βιώσιμη διαβίωση!
The Recognition
About the Ασημένιο Βραβείο A' Design Award
Το σχέδιο Ariu Πολυθρόνα κέρδισε το Ασημένιο Βραβείο A' Design Award, μια τεράστια διάκριση κύρους που απονέμεται σε σχέδια κορυφαίας ποιότητας, πανέμορφα και εντυπωσιακά. Οι νικητές του Ασημένιου Βραβείου είναι εξαιρετικά λαμπρά και ιδιαίτερα δημιουργικά έργα που απεικονίζουν την εξέχουσα εμπειρογνωμοσύνη, το ταλέντο και την οξυδέρκεια των σχεδιαστών τους. Το σχέδιο Ariu Πολυθρόνα αναμένεται να είναι ένα υπέροχο, αντιπροσωπευτικό έργο, αξιοσημείωτα επαγγελματικό και βαθιά καινοτόμο. Αυτό το σχέδιο που βραβεύτηκε με το Ασημένιο Βραβείο A' Design Award είναι μια ιδιαίτερα αξιοσημείωτη, θαυμαστή εφεύρεση που ωφελεί και προωθεί τα όρια της τέχνης, της επιστήμης, του σχεδιασμού και της τεχνολογίας. Το σχέδιο Ariu Πολυθρόνα είναι μια πολύ ζηλευτή δημιουργία που προκαλεί επιθυμίες, φέρνει θετικά συναισθήματα και πυροδοτεί έκπληξη και θαυμασμό.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Ariu embodies the principles of ecodesign and adaptability. Its disassemblable structure simplifies disposal, with the central ottoman serving as the primary structural component that connects air chamber elements through tensioning bands. Going beyond its role as a simple armchair, Ariu enables modules to function independently as exercise balls or individual poufs. Weighing a mere 12kg strategically minimizes fuel impact during transport, contributing significantly to the reduction of reliance on fossil fuels.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 1300 x Height 750 x Depth 1100 mm
Modules: x1 Pouf, x4 Big spheres, x1 Medium sphere, x3 Small speheres. The covering is sourced from controlled yarns, where the use of harmful chemicals during the production phase is minimal or eliminated, and it can be replaced at any time thanks to a specific system of straps and air chambers. - Tags
- Ecodesign, Innovation, Versatility, Fitness, Confort
- Production Technology
- An internal tensioning system, starting from the central ottoman (the sole structure of the furniture), creates tension throughout the product. This results in controlled chaos, where air chambers are organized in such a way as to provide a well-defined range of movement, also enhancing the ergonomic characteristics of the furniture.
- Design Challenge
- The challenge presented a dual objective: first, to devise a functional and user-friendly system for the easy removal and precise repositioning of the spheres in Ariu, and second, to optimize the material realization process for the cover.
Our primary focus was on engineering a system that simplifies both the extraction and placement of the spheres. Simultaneously, significant attention was dedicated to perfecting the material realization of the cover. This involved exploring innovative construction methods and materials that not only align with the design's aesthetic but also enhance its overall functionality. - Research
- The inspiration behind Ariu's design is deeply rooted in the intricate structure of water atoms, specifically their spherical shapes. The research process involved an in-depth exploration of the scientific and symbolic aspects of water atoms. Understanding the molecular structure and significance of water in sustaining life formed the basis for Ariu's conceptual foundation. The cohesion among the spherical elements in Ariu goes beyond mere symbolism. It is grounded in a thoughtful rationalization that strategically brings together comfort, nature, and versatility. This integration aligns closely with the principles of ecodesign, emphasizing sustainability and harmony with the environment.By delving into both the scientific and regional aspects, Ariu seeks to offer a holistic solution that embodies both symbolism and functionality in a design that is ecologically mindful and contextually relevant.
- Inspiration
- Ariu draws inspiration from the spherical shapes of the atoms that make up water, as it encapsulates the intrinsic relationship between humans and natural resources, with a particular focus on the Puglia region which has been facing deep issues with water resources in recent decades.The cohesion among the spherical elements of Ariu is not merely symbolic, but it rationalizes the convergence of comfort, nature, and versatility in line with the principles of ecodesign.
- Project Duration
- The project started in 2021 and it was exhibited as prototype in Dubai Expo in 2021, in Salone del Mobile in 2022 and in Autentico Design in Puglia in New York in 2023.
- Operation Flow
- Ariu can be used as a armchair, but even for fitness purposes, since the structure is a composition done from spheres. It can be disassembled.
- Patents
- Copyright belong to RDD ITALIA
- Team Members
- CEO: "Vito D'Amato"
Designer: "Michelangelo Bove"
Project manager: "Corrado Massimo"
Innovation manager: "Cesaria Digregorio" - Image Credits
- Images and Video : Michelangelo Bove / Designer
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