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Twiny Multyfunksjonele Bank by Yu Ren

Twiny Multyfunksjonele Bank by Yu Ren is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award yn Sulver in Meubelûntwerp Competition Category.


SulverMeubels· 2025

Twiny Multyfunksjonele Bank

by Yu Ren

Client: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award yn Sulver Winner in Meubels Category

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The Design

About Twiny Multyfunksjonele Bank

Twiny is in multyfunksjonele bank ûntwurpen foar bern yn huzen, pjutteboartersplakken en bernedeiferbliuwen. De bank liket op in boartlik sitmeubel en ferberget in ferstelbere tafel mei opslachromte. Troch de twa bankdielen útinoar te heljen komt de ferburgen tafel foar it ljocht. It draaien fan it boppeste diel fan 'e tafel feroaret de hichte en iepenet it opslachfak. De modulêre dielen kinne yn ferskillende opstellings pleatst wurde foar boartsjen, learen en ûntspannen. De beklaaiïng is makke fan recycle polyester. De tafel is makke fan werbrûkte houtsnippers en recycle plestik.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Sulver

Twiny Multyfunksjonele Bank is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver, in bûtengewoan prestisjeuze erkenning foar topûntwerpen dy't prachtich en yndrukwekkend binne. Sulverwinners binne tige briljante en ekstreem kreative wurken dy't de treflike ekspertize, it talint en de skerpsinnigens fan har ûntwerpers yllustrearje. Fan Twiny Multyfunksjonele Bank wurdt ferwachte dat it in prachtich foarbyldwurk is, opmerklik profesjoneel en djip ynnovatyf. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver is in tige opfallende, bewûndere útfining dy't foardiel bringt en de grinzen fan keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology ferleget. Twiny Multyfunksjonele Bank is in skepping dêr't breed oerjûn wurdt, dy't winsken wekker makket, positive gefoelens bringt en ferwûnderjen en fernuvering opwekket.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
Twiny redefines space-saving furniture for families and institutions like preschools and daycare centers. Its unique design blends sustainability, versatility, and safety, making it essential for child-friendly environments. While it first appears as a playful sofa, it ingeniously conceals an adjustable table with storage, revealed by separating the sofa units. This modular approach supports activities such as playing, studying, relaxing, with eco-friendly materials, child-focused functionality
Dimensions & Packaging
Dimensions:
Complete: 1400w x 660d x 600h mm
Sofa 1: 700w x 660d x 600h mm
Sofa 2: 700w x 660d x 600h mm
Table: 1260w x 520d x 280h mm
Tags
Multifunctional furniture, Child friendly, Space saving, Modular sofa, Sustainable design
Production Technology
Twiny sofa is crafted using eco-conscious materials to ensure sustainability and comfort. The upholstery is made from 100% recycled polyester, providing a soft, durable surface that emphasizes environmental responsibility. The adjustable table is constructed from a sustainable composite, combining reclaimed wood chips and recycled plastic, which highlights its eco-friendly design.
Design Challenge
The creative challenge involved integrating versatile features, such as hidden table and storage, without compromising user experience and aesthetics. Balancing functionality with a playful design for children was essential, as well as ensuring safety and ease of use.
Research
The research aimed to develop multifunctional, space-saving children's furniture that promotes versatility, safety, and sustainability. Using a mixed-methods approach, data was collected through interviews and home observations. The findings underscored the need for adaptable, safe, and easy to maintain furniture with integrated storage. Insights emphasized the value of multifunctional furniture in fostering creativity and independence. This research culminated in the creation of Twiny furniture, a versatile, modular design that maintains organized and clutter-free spaces.
Inspiration
Twiny multifunctional sofa was inspired by the increasing need for adaptable furniture in small living spaces, particularly for families with children. Observing how limited space can restrict children's ability to explore and engage in creative play, I aimed to design a piece that not only maximizes space but also encourages independence and imagination. My motivation stemmed from the desire to create a functional, safe, and easy to maintain solution that meets the needs of modern families.
Project Duration
The Project started in Cologne in May 2024 and was completed in Cologne in August 2024.
Operation Flow
Twiny multifunctional furniture is designed for easy interaction and transformation, making it perfect for children. To reveal the hidden table, simply separate the two sofa units. By turning the top part of the table, children can adjust its height and access the storage compartment. The modular pieces can be reconfigured into different layouts to suit various activities, fostering creativity and independence.
Team Members
Nurettin Badur

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