Fractal 9 מדף פיסולי by Miguel Espejo is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 פרס הארד של A' Design Award in עיצוב רהיטים Competition Category.
ארדרהיטים· 2025
Fractal 9 מדף פיסולי
Client: Miguel Espejo
פרס הארד של A' Design Award Winner in רהיטים Category
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The Design
About Fractal 9 מדף פיסולי
פרקטל 9 הוא רהיט פיסולי מודולרי המשלב אמנות ומתמטיקה כדי לבטא את האיזון וההרמוניה של הטבע הפרקטלי. חקרו באמצעות השורש הדיגיטלי מגלה קשר עמוק לריבוע, ליחס הזהב ולמספר 9. העשוי מחומרים בני קיימא, עיצובו המסתגל מתאים לשימושים מגוונים, כגון ספרייה, משטח תצוגה או אובייקט פיסולי. מעבר לצורה ולתפקוד, הוא מגלם ביטוי אמנותי וסמלי, המשלב סדר, איזון ואחדות. "היצירה היא שיר הכתוב במספרים."
The Recognition
About the פרס הארד של A' Design Award
העיצוב Fractal 9 מדף פיסולי זכה בפרס הארד של A' Design Award, הכרה יוקרתית מאוד הניתנת לעיצובים בולטים שמצטיינים ביצירתיות, בתושייה ובחוכמה. זוכי הארד הם חפצים מיומנים לרוב ויצירתיים באופן בולט שמעידים על הניסיון הרב, הדמיון והתבונה של מעצביהם. מהעיצוב Fractal 9 מדף פיסולי מצפים שיהיה חפץ מוערך מאוד, מוערץ ואהוב, מקצועי וחדשני בצורה בולטת. העיצוב הזה שזכה בפרס הארד של A' Design Award משלב את השיטות הטובות ביותר באמנות, במדע, בעיצוב ובטכנולוגיה, ומצוין בתשומת הלב שלו לפרטים. העיצוב Fractal 9 מדף פיסולי מספק להפליא צרכים, נוגע ברצונות, מקסים רגשות ומושך סקרנות.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Fractal 9 is a modular sculptural furniture piece with a deep connection to the square, the golden ratio, and the number 9. Inspired by the fractal structures of nature and crafted from sustainable materials, it offers a versatile and sophisticated solution for organization and interior design.
Fractal 9 conveys a message of order, balance, and unity, emphasizing that we are part of a fractal nature, where every element serves a purpose within a greater system. - Dimensions & Packaging
- Packaging: 630 mm x 630 mm x 630 mm
Assembly Time: 30 min
Dimensions: 1939 mm x 270 mm x 969 mm
Weight: 30 kg
Load Capacity: 91 kg
Assembly Type: Modular
Primary Materials: FSC-certified wood and transparent acrylic
Fastening: Mechanical joints secured with an Allen wrench, no adhesives
Adaptable Configuration: Can be separated into two Essential Units
Finish: Natural beeswax coating to enhance texture and protect the surface - Tags
- Fractal design, sculpture furniture, square, golden ratio, number 9, sustainable materials, contemporary design, digital root, geometric art.
- Production Technology
- Fractal 9 merges traditional craftsmanship with advanced technology. Its wooden modules are precisely machined using CNC milling to achieve accurate cuts and key angles. The acrylic assembly pieces are laser-cut, ensuring a perfect fit.
FSC-certified wood, transparent acrylic, and stainless steel provide sustainability, strength, and durability. The hand-applied finish enhances its aesthetics, seamlessly blending industrial precision with artisanal refinement. - Design Challenge
- Theoretically, the biggest challenge was the thought process required to establish the conceptual principles that underpin the model’s connection with the square, the golden ratio, and the number 9. This analysis, based on the Digital Root, revealed a coherence that transcends the project itself and gave rise to an ongoing line of research. In practice, the assembly system posed a great challenge, as the solution had to be robust enough to support the structure, yet subtle enough to integrate without compromising its aesthetics and visual perception.
- Research
- Type of Research: Applied research. Research Objectives: To validate the geometric and mathematical consistency of the design using the Digital Root. Methodology: Quantitative analysis of angles and proportions to identify recurring patterns. Data Collection: Geometric measurements and numerical calculations to evaluate coherence. Experiments: Stability assessment across various configurations. Results: Confirmation of structural stability and recurring numerical patterns. Impact: Fractal 9 integrates art, geometry, and design, inspiring applications in architecture and applied mathematics education.
- Inspiration
- Everything started with the need to make use of an empty space in the living room of my home. The goal was to create a piece of furniture that blended aesthetics and functionality, enhancing the space with a distinctive touch.
Over time, this initial model was analyzed through the Digital Root, unveiling significant numerical connections embedded in its structure. This discovery marked a turning point, leading to the conceptual design presented here: Fractal 9. - Project Duration
- The first model was created in September 2019 as a personal design exploration. Over the years, it gained deeper significance, leading to structural and aesthetic refinements. In November 2024, the latest version was developed as a conceptual design with potential for future commercialization.
- Operation Flow
- The modular assembly is performed using an Allen wrench, enabling its transformation between an Integral Unit and two Essential Units. It adapts seamlessly to various spaces and functions serving as a bookshelf, a display surface, or a sculptural piece.
User interaction is intuitive, fostering creative exploration and customization of the environment through its flexible configuration and striking visual impact. - Image Credits
- Image #1: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Fractal 9, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Integral Unit, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Variations, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Essential Unit, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Lateral View, 2025.
Video Credits: Video Creator Miguel Espejo, Fractal 9, 2025.
Music: Amalgam by Rockot (Pixabay, Royalty-Free Music).
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