Terra Lounge Modular Sofa by Jordi Rollant Receives the Silver A' Design Award in Furniture Design

Jordi Rollant recognized for furniture design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition

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COMO, Italy, April 22, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ Terra Lounge Modular Sofa by Jordi Rollant has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.

What the Silver A' Design Award Means

The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.

Regarding Terra Lounge Modular Sofa

Terra Lounge is a modular outdoor sofa formed from separate lounge chairs that can be arranged as a flexible seating system. The aluminum structure has an open interior that reduces visual weight and provides storage for the cushions. Ambient lighting can be added through the open spaces in the frame. The cushions are washable, replaceable and waterproof. Waterproof profile covers shield the interior from moisture and dust when the sofa is not in use. Corner units and auxiliary tables can be added. The aluminum frame is intended for long outdoor use with low maintenance.

About Jordi Rollant

Jordi Rollant is a 22-year-old based in Barcelona, originally from Lleida. He moved to Barcelona at the age of 18 to pursue his university studies. Since the age of 16, Jordi has worked during the summers, gaining experience in various fields. His work has allowed him to connect with people from different backgrounds, enriching his personal and professional growth. Jordi values a strong work ethic and approaches tasks with care and responsibility, always striving to do his best and add value in both simple and creative ways. His experiences have helped him develop a broad perspective on life and a deeper appreciation for the opportunities he has had.

Award Record

With this recognition, Jordi Rollant is 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. The competition 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. Entries typically include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. Awarded furniture designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/furniture

About A' Design Award & Competition

A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com

Press Resources

Winner Page: https://designers.org/182864
A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/182864
Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!182864
Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/381008
Further Information from the Laureate: https://balna.es

Media Contact

Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953

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Fact Sheet

The Work

Project: Terra Lounge Modular Sofa
Function: Modular Sofa
Category: Furniture Design
Discipline: Industrial Design
Industry: Furniture & Home
Colors: Silver, Light Gray, Gainsboro, Dark Olive Green and Gray
Images: 5

The Recognition

Laureate: Jordi Rollant
Country: Spain
Recognition: Silver A' Design Award
Edition: 2025 - 2026
Design ID: #182864

Credits

Team: Jordi Rollant Cervós

Design Details

Unique Properties: This modular outdoor sofa is composed of multiple lounge chairs that can be arranged as a flexible seating system. Its aluminum structure features an open interior that reduces visual weight, enhances spatial lightness, and provides integrated storage for cushions. It also incorporates ambient lighting that enhances comfort and atmosphere at night. Designed for outdoor durability, waterproof protective profile covers shield the interior from moisture and dust when not in use.
Inspiration: This project stems from a university final thesis designing an outdoor table for Barcelona balconies, highlighting the importance of high-quality materials for outdoor spaces. At home, wooden furniture suffered erosion, required storage, and eventual replacement. Similar issues in hospitality reinforced the problem. The design emphasizes durability, sustainability, and recyclability, using aluminum for long-lasting, low-maintenance outdoor furniture.
Research: Research began by studying top magazines, companies, hotels, and industry standards, focusing on comfort and durability. I created a functional, modular lounge chair, exploring design trends and manufacturing challenges. After consulting with companies and traveling across Europe, I found the right partners. The modular design improves flexibility and functionality, influencing outdoor furniture innovation, offering businesses advantages in durability and providing consumers with versatile, comfortable solutions.
Challenge: The biggest challenge was finding a provider in Europe capable of effectively manufacturing the product. The machinery required is large and needs significant infrastructure. Additionally, many manufacturers declined my proposal because I could not start with a large order. I only needed a few samples to begin with, but most wanted larger commitments. Overcoming these hurdles, along with production constraints, was crucial to achieving both design innovation and manufacturing efficiency.
Realization and Technology: Advanced production technologies like automatic cutting and welding ensure flawless parts. Bending uses up to 320 tons of force with automated angle measurement for precision. Robotic MIG-MAG welding and CMM 3D measurement ensure repeatability and efficiency, while sustainable painting optimizes resource use. The pillows integrate a grip system ensuring secure placement, and the frame includes profile-shaped covers to prevent water and dust accumulation.
Operation and Interaction: This modular seat system lets clients rearrange the space as needed. Multiple modules can be aligned for various configurations. The design also accommodates corner units or auxiliary tables. Indirect lighting can be added through the open spaces in the structure. The durable frame ensures longevity, while the pillows are washable, replaceable, and waterproof for outdoor use. When not in use, the structure can be left outdoors, and pillows stored inside with the cover.
Project Duration and Location: The project began a year ago with the launch of an outdoor urban table. The growing interest in outdoor furniture inspired me to create a full outdoor line focused on high durability, comfort, and innovative design. The collection integrates lighting within the space, enhancing both functionality and ambiance for outdoor settings.
Specifications: The structure dimensions are 900mm (W) x 920mm (D) x 790mm (H). The seat height is 230mm, with an additional 200mm from the pillow, making the total seat height 430mm. The total seat area is 900mm x 800mm, providing space and comfort on each modular lounge chair. Each modular chair weighs approximately 45kg , and the aluminium thickness is 9mm, ensuring high durability.
Keywords: Modular furniture, outdoor design, ergonomic chair, durable materials, organic shapes, natural shapes, flexible seating, lounge chair, storage space, lighting integration, customizable furniture, sustainable manufacturing.