On Belay Cadeira de descanso de Chong Zhi Yu

O deseño On Belay Cadeira de descanso de Chong Zhi Yu é un estimado gañador do moi prestixioso 2026 A' Design Award de Bronce na Categoría de Competición Deseño de Mobiliario.

BronceMobiliario· 2026

On Belay Cadeira de descanso

de Chong Zhi Yu

Cliente: Nanyang Academy of Fine Arrts

Gañador do A' Design Award de Bronce na Categoría Mobiliario

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O Deseño

Sobre On Belay Cadeira de descanso

On Belay é unha cadeira de descanso que reutiliza cordas de escalada retiradas. As cordas que xa non son aptas para escalar conservan a súa resistencia e flexibilidade, polo que se tecen no asento e no respaldo. A superficie tecida é suave e flexible, e distribúe o peso de xeito uniforme para ofrecer soporte sen partes ríxidas. A estrutura está feita de madeira de Kapur con ensamblaxes a media madeira e de brida reforzadas con dobre espiga nas esquinas. Os métodos tradicionais de tecido combínanse con nós de escalada para fixar as cordas á estrutura. A cadeira mide 600 por 850 por 650 milímetros.

O Recoñecemento

Sobre o A' Design Award de Bronce

On Belay Cadeira de descanso gañou o A' Design Award de Bronce, un recoñecemento altamente prestixioso outorgado a deseños sobresaíntes que se distinguen pola creatividade, o enxeño e a sagacidade. Os gañadores Bronce son artefactos amplamente hábiles e sorprendentemente creativos que autentican a vasta experiencia, imaxinación e enxeño dos seus deseñadores. Espérase que On Belay Cadeira de descanso sexa un obxecto moi apreciado, admirado e querido, notablemente profesional e innovador. Este deseño gañador do A' Design Award de Bronce incorpora as mellores prácticas da arte, a ciencia, o deseño e a tecnoloxía, e é excelente pola súa atención ao detalle. On Belay Cadeira de descanso satisfai espléndidamente as necesidades, toca os desexos, encanta os sentimentos e atrae a curiosidade.

Detrás do deseño

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Propiedades Únicas: On Belay ingeniously repurposes discarded climbing ropes as integral structural and tactile elements of a lounge chair. Though no longer fit for safety-critical use after extended wear or falls, these ropes retain strength and flexibility ideal for furniture applications. Woven meticulously into the seat and backrest, the design redefines lifesaving equipment into a durable, sustainable, and comfortable seating experience that bridges heritage craft with modern ecological responsibility.
Dimensións e Embalaxe: Width 600 mm x Depth 850 mm x Height 650 mm
Etiquetas: Sustainable , Upcycled materials, Climbing rope, Lounge chair, Tension weaving, Recycled furniture, Knotting techniques, Outdoor , Ergonomic seating, Conceptual furniture
Tecnoloxía de Produción: The seating structure combines traditional weaving techniques learned in Thailand with climbing rope knotting methods to bind reclaimed ropes securely onto a Kapur wood frame. The chair’s frame uses time-honored joinery methods including lap and bridle joints reinforced with dual dowels at frame corners to ensure strength and durability.
Reto de Deseño: The hardest part of this project was that it was our first, so many aspects were unfamiliar, especially weaving and knotting techniques. These skills required extensive practice and patience to master. Additionally, limited information and guidance made the learning curve steep. Overcoming these challenges deepened my understanding of material manipulation and craftsmanship, which was crucial for realizing the design successfully.
Investigación: I focused on upcycled materials and chose climbing ropes for this project. I researched various weaving techniques and climbing knotting methods, alongside exploring line art for visual inspiration. During mock-up stages, I drilled multiple holes to find optimal positions and consulted with my mentor to determine the best structure and joinery for the chair frame. I tested different diameters of climbing ropes and ultimately selected 5mm support rope for its balance of aesthetics and comfort. I am very satisfied with the final product. This design taught me that upcycling can be both practical and visually appealing.
Inspiración: Inspired by the themes of safety, trust, and connection inherent in rock climbing culture, On Belay transforms retired climbing ropes symbols of protection and resilience into core materials for furniture. These ropes embody stories of endurance and rebirth, and through creative upcycling, the design offers a poetic metaphor for rest and renewal, highlighting sustainable innovation intertwined with emotional narratives.
Duración do Proxecto: This Project started in August 2025 in Singapore NAFA and finished in NAFA's workshop.
Fluxo de Operacións: The woven climbing rope seat provides a soft, flexible surface that naturally conforms to the human body, evenly distributing weight to deliver ergonomic support without rigid components. Its minimalist yet stable construction fosters a sense of security and calm, evoking the trust foundational to climbing safety. This tactile interaction invites relaxation and mindfulness, transforming the chair into a restorative haven for body and mind.