Pinnaculum Sofa Mgbanwe by Mohammed Shais Khan

Pinnaculum Sofa Mgbanwe by Mohammed Shais Khan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Igwe in Nhazi Ngwá Ụlọ Competition Category.

IgweNgwá Ụlọ· 2023

Pinnaculum Sofa Mgbanwe

by Mohammed Shais Khan

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Igwe Winner in Ngwá Ụlọ Category

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The Design

About Pinnaculum Sofa Mgbanwe

Sofa Pinnaculum na-agbanwe agbanwe bụ ụlọ ọhụrụ na-enwe mmekọrịta enyi na enyi nke na-enye nzuzo na ịdị iche iche na ebe obibi. Ihe nkwado ya nwere ụdị L na mgbidi a na-atụgharị azụ nke nwere mgbanaka zoro ezo dị mma maka ọrụ ma ọ bụ ezumike na-akwụsịghị akwụsị. Sofa na-agbanwe ka ọ bụrụ akwa akwa, na-eme ka ọ dị mma maka ndị ọbịa ma ọ bụ na-ehi ụra. Nhazi ya mara mma nke nwere agba na-anọpụ iche dabara na ntọala dị iche iche yana mgbakọ dị mfe ma ọ bụ ikposa na-eme ka ọ dị mma maka ndị na-ebugharị ugboro ugboro. N'ozuzu, ọ & # 039; ọ bụ nkecha na pụrụ iche arụ ọrụ nhọrọ.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Igwe

Pinnaculum Sofa Mgbanwe meriri A' Design Award nke Igwe, nnabata dị ugwu e nyere design ndị dị mma nke na-emezu ihe ndị a chọrọ n'ọrụ na ụlọ ọrụ nke a na-atụ anya n'ihe e kere eke ndị e mere nke ọma. Ndị meriri na Igwe na-egosi nka buru ibu, ọkachamara dị elu, nghọta ọkachamara na ikike imepụta nke ndị kere ha. A na-atụ anya na Pinnaculum Sofa Mgbanwe ga-abụ ihe e kere eke a na-asọpụrụ nke ukwuu, a na-eto na a hụrụ n'anya nke bụ ihe bara uru ma dị ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Igwe na-ejikọta ụzọ kacha mma nke ụlọ ọrụ ma nwee àgwà teknụzụ kwesịrị ekwesị jikọtara na ihe ọmụma na talent. A na-asọpụrụ Pinnaculum Sofa Mgbanwe maka nlezianya ya ma e mere ya ka ọ nye mmeziwanye ndụ nke na-enyere aka ime ka ụwa bụrụ ebe ka mma.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The transformable sofa is an innovative and eco-friendly piece of furniture that provides privacy and versatility in shared living spaces. Its L-shaped support structure and foldable back wall with concealed hinges are ideal for uninterrupted work or relaxation. The sofa transforms into a bed, making it perfect for guests or napping. Its elegant design with a neutral color fits various settings and easy assembly/disassembly makes it perfect for frequent movers. Overall, it's a stylish and unique functional furniture choice.
Dimensions & Packaging: The sofa has a width of around 1800-2200mm, a depth of 800-1000mm, and a height of 800-1000mm.
Tags: Transformable Sofa, Caushion, Bed, Privacy, Versatility
Production Technology: The sofa frame can be crafted using FSC-certified wood, which can be cut and assembled using traditional woodworking methods. The wall was designed using 3D modeling software to ensure precision and accuracy.

Using natural latex foam as the sofa's cushioning material was a deliberate choice for its eco-friendliness and durability. The cushions were molded using traditional and modern techniques, including design considerations of vacuum molding and cutting using CNC machines.
Design Challenge: The challenge of this sofa design was to balance the functionality of the sofa with aesthetic appeal while keeping sustainability in mind. The obstacle was to design a sofa that is modular and can adapt to different needs and spaces. The challenge was overcome through extensive research, brainstorming, and evaluation. Internal factors such as historical and social perspectives, and external factors such as production possibilities, information availability, and technology were considered during the process.
Research: This project aimed to explore the design of a transformable sofa for shared living spaces. The study used a combination of literature review, surveys, and focus group discussions to identify user needs and preferences. Results showed that privacy, versatility, and are the top priorities for users. Insights from the research led to the design of a sofa with a foldable back wall, made from environmentally friendly materials. The sofa's functionality and versatility make it a valuable addition to shared living spaces.
Inspiration: The inspiration behind this project was to create a functional and sustainable piece of furniture that provides privacy and versatility in shared living spaces. The design addresses the challenge of limited space in areas by creating a piece of furniture that could easily transform from a sofa to a bed, while also providing privacy and seclusion through the foldable back wall. The Inspiration was drawn from experiences living in shared apartments and sought to create a piece of furniture that would make these spaces more comfortable and functional.
Project Duration: Project brainstorming started in 2018 and the perfect proposed design solution was prepared by 2022 in Davis, California.
Operation Flow: The transformable sofa operates through a simple and intuitive process. To switch between sofa and bed mode, the user only needs to pull the bottom section of the sofa outward, and the backrest cushion piece will fold down to create a flat surface. The turntable privacy wall provides privacy and height, making it ideal for work or relaxation. The sofa also features a storage compartment underneath it and a sleeve on the lateral wall. The easy transformation and practical features allow for a comfortable and functional user experience.