Woodland Kujerar Ratayar Riguna by Mingbo Hou

Woodland Kujerar Ratayar Riguna by Mingbo Hou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Kyautar A' Design Award ta Tagulla in Kayan Gida Competition Category.

TagullaKayan Gida· 2026

Woodland Kujerar Ratayar Riguna

by Mingbo Hou

Client: Mingbo Hou

Kyautar A' Design Award ta Tagulla Winner in Kayan Gida Category

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The Design

About Woodland Kujerar Ratayar Riguna

Woodland kujera ce mai aikin ratayar riguna wadda aka tsara don ƙananan wuraren zama da hanyoyin shiga gida. Kujerar ta haɗa wurin zama mai dacewa da jiki tare da ajiya mai amfani. Hannayen kujerar masu siffar rassan itace suna aiki a matsayin ƙugiyoyi na rataya riguna, jakunkuna da kayan ado. Bayan kujerar mai lanƙwasa yana kewaye da mai zama kamar rassan bishiya. An yi Woodland daga itace mai ƙarfi mai dorewa da ƙarfe da aka sake sarrafawa, tare da ƙarshen baƙar fata mara sheƙi wanda ba shi da guba. An lanƙwasa itacen da hannu don samar da siffar lanƙwasa, kuma an ƙarfafa mahaɗan don tabbatar da kwanciyar hankali a ƙarƙashin nauyi. Wannan ƙirar ta mayar da al'adar da aka saba yi ta ajiye tufafi a kan kujera zuwa ajiya mai tsari.

The Recognition

About the Kyautar A' Design Award ta Tagulla

Zanen Woodland Kujerar Ratayar Riguna ya lashe Kyautar A' Design Award ta Tagulla, wata karramawa mai tsananin daraja da ake bai wa zane-zane na musamman waɗanda ke da ƙirƙira, basira da hikima. Waɗanda suka lashe kyautar Tagulla kayayyakin fasaha ne masu ƙwarewa da ƙirƙira mai ban mamaki waɗanda ke tabbatar da babban gogewa, tunani da dabarun masu zanensu. Ana sa ran zanen Woodland Kujerar Ratayar Riguna ya zama abu da ake girmamawa sosai, ake sha'awa da ƙauna, mai ƙwarewa da ƙirƙire-ƙirƙire. Wannan zane da ya lashe Kyautar A' Design Award ta Tagulla yana haɗa mafi kyawun ayyuka a fasaha, kimiyya, zane da fasahar zamani, kuma yana da kyau saboda kulawarsa ga cikakkun bayanai. Zanen Woodland Kujerar Ratayar Riguna yana biyan buƙatu da kyau, yana taɓa sha'awa, yana jan hankalin zukata kuma yana jawo sha'awar sani.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Tree-Branch Coat Rack Chair is a multifunctional piece of furniture that combines ergonomic seating with practical storage. Its unique branch-shaped armrests function as hooks for clothes and accessories, making it ideal for small living areas and entryways. The design balances beauty and utility, providing users with a modern interior solution that is both functional and distinctive. It expresses a lifestyle that values simplicity, comfort, and individuality.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions: 1800 mm (height) x 900 mm (width) x 550 mm (depth) Weight: 6 kg Materials: Sustainable hardwood, recycled steel Load Capacity: 150 kg (seating), 20 kg (hanging) Finish: Non-toxic, matte sealant Color Options: Black
Tags: Branch-shaped chair, multifunctional furniture, sustainable design, biomimicry, ergonomic seating, eco-friendly materials, modern furniture, space-saving design, organic aesthetics, innovative furniture
Production Technology: The chair is made from sustainable hardwood and recycled steel, ensuring both durability and environmental responsibility. The production process involves hand-bending wood to create the curved, wrapping form, then mechanically cutting and manually refining it. The joints are reinforced with eco-friendly adhesives and fasteners to ensure structural stability. The surface is finished with a matte black, non-toxic coating for a stylish and modern appearance.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was balancing the organic branch-like structure with overall stability. Achieving this required repeated prototyping and testing to ensure it could support both sitting and hanging functions. Another challenge was sourcing sustainable materials without sacrificing durability. The final result is a design that successfully combines visual impact with reliable performance.
Research: The design process included qualitative research on biomimicry and ergonomics, focusing on the structural characteristics of tree branches. User testing was carried out to improve comfort and function, and material studies explored sustainable options. The findings inspired the organic form and multifunctional features of the chair, creating a design that combines beauty, practicality, and environmental awareness. The research also shows how nature-inspired solutions can help create personalized, emotionally engaging home furniture.
Inspiration: One day, after coming home, I casually threw my jacket over a chair. That simple habit inspired me-what if the chair itself looked like a tree, turning a careless gesture into a thoughtful act of storage? I designed a curved backrest that wraps around the sitter like branches. Each hung garment makes the “tree” seem to grow. Placed at the entrance, it lets users hang accessories freely and express a stylish, personal lifestyle.
Project Duration: The project started in Okinawa, Japan, in October 2024 and was completed in December 2024. It was exhibited at the Tokyo Furniture Fair in March 2025 and at the Milan Design Week in April 2025.
Operation Flow: This chair offers an intuitive experience. Users can sit comfortably on its ergonomically designed seat while hanging coats, bags, or accessories on the branched armrests. The well-balanced structure ensures stability even when fully loaded. Its dual function naturally integrates sitting and storage, turning everyday actions into pleasant, seamless interactions within living spaces.
Image Credits: Mingbo Hou