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Bam Klein Diivan by Xie Fengcou

Bam Klein Diivan by Xie Fengcou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Pronksauhind A' Design Award in Mööblidisain Competition Category.


PronksMööbel· 2026

Bam Klein Diivan

by Xie Fengcou

Client: Lionhan Home Design Co.,Ltd.

Pronksauhind A' Design Award Winner in Mööbel Category

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The Design

About Bam Klein Diivan

Bam Klein on diivan, mille inspiratsiooniks on Kleini pudeli topoloogiline vorm. Iste, seljatugi ja käetoed on kujundatud ühe pideva kumera pinnana, mistõttu kaob tavapärane eristus sise- ja välispinna vahel. Sisemine raam ühendab tehnilise puidu ja tugevdatud terase, samas kui kõrge vastupidavusega vahtpolstrid ja kangast polster tagavad ergonoomilise toe. Saledad musta pulbervärviga kaetud terasjalad annavad diivanile kerge välimuse ja hoiavad konstruktsiooni stabiilsena. Ühest tükist konstruktsioon vähendab liitekohtade koormust ja parandab vastupidavust.

The Recognition

About the Pronksauhind A' Design Award

Bam Klein Diivan on Pronksauhinna A' Design Award võitja, väga prestiižikas tunnustus, mis antakse silmapaistvatele disainidele, mida iseloomustavad loovus, leidlikkus ja teravmeelsus. Pronksvõitjad on küllaldaselt osavad ja tabavalt loovad teosed, mis kinnitavad oma disainerite laia kogemust, kujutlusvõimet ja leidlikkust. Bam Klein Diivan peaks olema kõrgelt hinnatud, imetletud ja armastatud objekt, mis on märkimisväärselt professionaalne ja uuenduslik. See Pronksauhinna A' Design Award võidudisain ühendab parimaid tavasid kunstis, teaduses, disainis ja tehnoloogias ning on suurepärane oma detailidele pööratud tähelepanu poolest. Bam Klein Diivan rahuldab suurepäraselt vajadusi, puudutab soove, võlub tundeid ja pakub huvi uudishimule.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
This project reinterprets the topological Klein bottle into a continuous one-piece curved surface that merges backrest and armrests. The seamless geometry eliminates conventional interior exterior distinctions, redefining furniture boundaries. Its lightweight visual presence, slender metal legs, ergonomic curvature, and structurally balanced framework integrate conceptual innovation with functional stability and refined contemporary aesthetics.
Dimensions & Packaging
This project measures 2400 mm, 950 mm, 720 mm with a seat height of 420 mm and leg height of 180 mm. Its frame combines engineered wood and reinforced steel, cushions are high-resilience foam, and upholstery is premium fabric. Weighing approximately 85 kg with a 300 kg load capacity, it is packaged in protective wrap and reinforced export cartons for safe delivery.
Tags
Topological Design, Klein Bottle Inspiration, Sculptural Sofa, Continuous Surface, Contemporary Furniture, Ergonomic Innovation, Lightweight Structure, Interdisciplinary Design, Modern Living
Production Technology
The sofa utilizes precision-molded internal framing to achieve a continuous curved profile. High-resilience polyurethane foam ensures ergonomic support, while premium upholstery enhances tactile comfort. Slender black powder-coated steel legs provide structural reinforcement. The monolithic construction minimizes joint stress, improving durability and load distribution while maintaining formal fluidity.
Design Challenge
The primary challenge was transforming a mathematically infinite surface into a manufacturable and stable structure. Balancing visual lightness with structural integrity required advanced internal framing solutions. Production constraints, material flexibility limits, and ergonomic validation posed technical obstacles. The breakthrough lay in integrating topology, engineering logic, and human comfort within a feasible industrial system.
Research
This interdisciplinary research translated topological concepts into ergonomic furniture using geometry analysis, parametric modeling, Cad prototyping, and comfort testing. User trials validated curvature support and structural balance, demonstrating that mathematical abstraction can enhance both comfort and aesthetic appeal, providing insights that influence contemporary furniture design and commercial differentiation.
Inspiration
The design draws inspiration from the Klein bottle's infinite surface, where inside and outside merge into a continuous entity. This topological paradox inspired an exploration of spatial continuity in furniture. Motivated by interdisciplinary integration between mathematics and product design, the project transforms abstract geometry into ergonomic form, redefining how the human body engages with domestic space.
Project Duration
The project started in April 2025 and finished in August 2025 in China.
Operation Flow
Users interact intuitively by sitting or reclining along the continuous curved surface. The form gently supports the back and arms without rigid edges, encouraging relaxed postures. Elevated by slender legs, the sofa appears light while remaining stable. Its unified structure allows the body to feel embraced yet unrestricted, enhancing comfort and spatial openness.
Image Credits
Image #1: Photographer Xie Fengcou, Bam Klein, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Xie Fengcou, Bam Klein, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Xie Fengcou, Bam Klein, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Xie Fengcou, Bam Klein, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Xie Fengcou, Bam Klein, 2025.

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