Press Release
Hug Me Sitting by Zipeng Zhou Is Granted the Golden A' Design Award in Furniture Design
Zipeng Zhou acknowledged for furniture design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Hug Me Sitting by Zipeng Zhou, designed for Steel-Land, has been granted the Golden A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Golden A' Design Award
The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Regarding Hug Me Sitting
Hug Me is an armchair designed for relaxed sitting at home. The arms extend outward in a form inspired by an embrace. A thick, sturdy base gives the armchair a solid and stable appearance. The backrest reclines at 105 degrees to follow the curves of the body, which suits reading, resting and family gatherings. An integrated structure combines a built-in metal frame with slow-rebound molded foam, and the cover is hand-stitched without glue. Polyester fiber and lambswool versions are offered in several colors, with a water and stain resistant finish.
About Zipeng Zhou
As a furniture designer, I am always fascinated by exploring the relationship between people and space, as well as the balance between function and aesthetics. Each piece of furniture is not merely a practical item; it is an art form, an extension of the atmosphere of a space and the lifestyle it represents. I am particularly passionate about creating designs that are both comfortable and visually striking, achieved through a deep study of materials, proportions, and structure. Behind each design lies a focus on detail, an understanding of material characteristics, and a fresh interpretation of space usage.
Award Record
This recognition makes Zipeng Zhou a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Furniture Design Award
The A' Furniture Design Award is an international furniture competition recognizing good furniture designs by best furniture designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to furniture designers, product designers, industrial design studios and furniture brands from all countries. Typical entries include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. The awarded furniture designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/furniture
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/163159
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/163159
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!163159
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/357131
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
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press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Hug Me Sitting
- Function
- Sitting
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Gainsboro, White Smoke, Saddle Brown, Light Gray and Silver
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Steel-Land
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Zipeng Zhou
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Golden A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #163159
Credits
- Team
- Zhou Zipeng
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The naturally extending arm design, inspired by a warm embrace, carries two layers of meaning: It imbues the "hug me" with deep affection and the warmth of love. It more profoundly conveys STEEL-LAND's gratitude for 30 years of support. The thick and sturdy base design: Highlights the solid quality and heritage of the product. Symbolizes SteeloLand's firm foundation in the industry, standing firmly like Mount Tai, reliable and steadfast, providing every user with a sense of security and trust.
- Inspiration
- On the glorious milestone of steel-land's thirtieth anniversary, an original “hug me” Chair has emerged, serving not only as a heartfelt tribute to the past years but also as a warm expectation for the journey ahead. Looking back to 1993, steel-land, like a toddler taking its first steps, embraced the market with pure longing, seeking the recognition and warm embrace of every customer. Over the years, through trials and perseverance, it has transformed into a shining star in China's high-end home furnishing industry, yet it has never forgotten its original aspirations and dreams.
- Research
- The "hug me" excels in craftsmanship. The overall design features an integrated molding structure with a built-in metal framework paired with slow-rebound molded foam. Hand-stitched showcases the exquisite craftsmanship. Without the need for glue, which make the chair be stable, comfortable to sit and also eco-friendly. Additionally, the chair utilizes lotus leaf bionic technology, making the fabric water and stain-resistant, which facilitates easy daily cleaning and maintenance.
- Challenge
- If the product is comfort and how to make it more durable while remain the unique appearance.
- Realization and Technology
- The "hug me" is designed with ergonomics, offering a bouncy and soft seating experience. The 105-degree reclining backrest perfectly conforms to the body's curves, providing comprehensive relaxation and support. Whether for reading, napping, or family gatherings, users will enjoy an unparalleled comfort experience.
- Operation and Interaction
- This product offers a variety of materials and colors, providing users with both visual delight and excellent tactile experiences. The polyester fiber version utilizes advanced 3D technology, with its unique dense fiber layers delivering softness and a skin-friendly feel, along with exceptional deformation resistance. The lambswool series mimics the natural curl and texture of wool, offering a soft and delicate touch. Meanwhile, both materials are durable and resistant to wear and pilling, maintaining a fresh appearance even after long-time use.
- Project Duration and Location
- It is published on 4th, May, 2024 in Guangdong, China.
- Keywords
- Chair, Steel-land, Hug, Furniture
