Ab Chair Oche Izu Ike by Eduardo Acero is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz in Nhazi Ngwá Ụlọ Competition Category.

BronzNgwá Ụlọ· 2026

Ab Chair Oche Izu Ike

by Eduardo Acero

Client: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

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

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The Design

About Ab Chair Oche Izu Ike

Ab Chair bụ oche izu ike e mere maka izu ike n'ime ụlọ ọgbara ọhụrụ. Echiche ya nwere okpokoro plywood a kpụrụ akpụ nke nwere veneer sitere n'okike nke na-ejide ihe ndina e ji akwa dị nro na-adịghị egbuke egbuke kpuchie. Ihe ndina ndị ahụ na-eji foam siri ike nke ukwuu maka nkasi obi na ịdịgide adịgide. Ntọala aluminom a wụrụ awụ nke na-atụgharị atụgharị na-atụkwasị nkwụsi ike na mmegharị dị mfe. Ottoman dabara adaba na-akwado ọnọdụ izu ike zuru ezu. Ahịrị ndị na-asọ asọ na oke nha kwesịrị ekwesị na-enye oche ahụ ọdịdị ihe ọkpụkpụ. Nrụpụta na-ejikọta igwe CNC na ụzọ omenala nke ikpuchi akwa.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz

Ab Chair Oche Izu Ike meriri A' Design Award nke Bronz, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị pụtara ìhè nke a ma ama maka nzụlite ihe, ọgụgụ isi na nghọta. Ndị meriri na Bronz bụ ihe e mere nke ndị nwere nka nke ukwuu ma dị mma n'imepụta nke na-egosi ahụmahụ buru ibu, echiche na ọgụgụ isi nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Ab Chair Oche Izu Ike ga-abụ ihe a na-asọpụrụ nke ukwuu, a na-eto na a hụrụ n'anya, nke dị oke ọrụ ma dị ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Bronz na-agụnye ụzọ kacha mma n'ime nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ, ma dị mma nke ukwuu maka nlebara anya ya n'obere ihe. Ab Chair Oche Izu Ike na-emezu mkpa nke ọma, na-emetụ ọchịchọ aka, na-adọrọ mmetụta obi ma na-adọta ọchịchọ ịmara.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This lounge chair combines ergonomic comfort with sculptural elegance, featuring a molded wooden shell that cradles upholstered cushions in soft, neutral fabric. Its design balances precision and warmth, uniting natural materials with contemporary craftsmanship. The swivel base provides flexibility, while the integrated ottoman enhances relaxation. Defined by fluid lines and thoughtful proportions, it distinguishes itself as both a functional seat and a refined design.
Dimensions & Packaging: Chair: Height 840 mm x Wide 840 mm x Deep 880 mm
Ottoman: Height 420 mm x Wide 630 mm x Deep 500 mm
Tags: lounge chair, ergonomic design, sculptural furniture, contemporary seating, modern craftsmanship, plywood shell, upholstered comfort, swivel base, conceptual furniture, design innovation
Production Technology: The concept envisions a molded plywood shell with natural veneer to achieve both strength and sculptural form. Cushions are proposed in high-density foam with textile upholstery to ensure comfort and durability. A cast aluminum swivel base provides stability and flexibility. The realization would rely on CNC machining for precision, combined with traditional upholstery techniques to highlight craftsmanship within a contemporary production framework.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was uniting ergonomic comfort with a sculptural identity while keeping the design feasible for production. Internally, balancing proportions and ensuring posture support demanded continuous refinement. Externally, limits of material behavior, sustainable sourcing, and potential manufacturing methods shaped the design. Overcoming these obstacles led to a concept that harmonizes function, aesthetics, and future production possibilities.
Research: This research was conceptual design research aimed at creating a lounge chair that merges ergonomics with sculptural form. The objective was to study posture and material potential. Methodology included digital modeling and ergonomic analysis, using 3D software as main tools. Participants were posture studies and design simulations. Results showed the value of fluid proportions, leading to insights on comfort and aesthetics. The impact highlights how design can enhance well being and enrich furniture culture.
Inspiration: Inspired by the harmony between nature and modern living, this design draws from the organic fluidity of wood and the softness of upholstered comfort. The concept emerged from a study of human posture and the desire to merge ergonomics with sculptural elegance. Research into traditional craftsmanship and contemporary production methods informed the balance of warmth, durability, and precision, creating a timeless piece that invites both rest and reflection.
Project Duration: The project Start in May 2025 in New York and finished July 2025
Operation Flow: The chair is designed to invite relaxation through intuitive use. Its gently reclined form and supportive cushions naturally adapt to the body, while the swivel base allows smooth movement without effort. The accompanying ottoman extends comfort, encouraging a full resting posture. By combining ergonomic proportions with a seamless flow of materials, the interaction feels effortless, offering a balance of functionality and calmness in daily living.
Team Members: Eduardo Acero
Image Credits: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez