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Chong Daybed Chong Daybed by Sema Design Studio

Chong Daybed Chong Daybed by Sema Design Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 銅賞 in 家具デザイン Competition Category.


銅家具· 2025

Chong Daybed Chong Daybed

by Sema Design Studio

Client: Sema Design Studio

A' Design Award 銅賞 Winner in 家具 Category

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The Design

About Chong Daybed Chong Daybed

伝統的なベトナムの家屋に足を踏み入れたり、穏やかな村の道を散策すると、日常生活のシンプルながら不可欠な要素である竹製のチョンを容易に目にすることができます。この親しみ深いイメージに着想を得て、Chong Daybedは過去と現在を結ぶ架け橋として創作されました。伝統的な竹製チョンの精神を保持しながら、現代的で洗練されたバージョンを提供しています。Chong Daybedはこのイメージから直接インスピレーションを得ていますが、田舎文化に根ざした親しみやすいシンプルさと本質を保持しながら、現代のニーズに適応するようアップグレードされています。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅賞

Chong Daybed Chong Daybedは、創造性、独創性、鋭い洞察力で際立つ傑出したデザインに授与される、高い権威をもつ評価である A' Design Award 銅賞の受賞作品です。銅賞の受賞作品は、十分に巧みで印象的なほど創造的な工芸品であり、デザイナーの豊富な経験、想像力、機知を裏づけています。Chong Daybed Chong Daybedは、高く評価され、称賛され、愛される品であり、顕著にプロフェッショナルで革新的であることが期待されます。この A' Design Award 銅賞を受賞したデザインは、芸術・科学・デザイン・技術のベストプラクティスを取り入れており、細部への配慮に優れています。Chong Daybed Chong Daybedは、ニーズを見事に満たし、欲求に触れ、感情を魅了し、好奇心を引きつけます。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
Chong Daybed is made from natural oak wood and microfiber leather, offering durability and comfort. The oak provides strength and a natural aesthetic, while the microfiber leather offers softness, ease of cleaning, and a modern look. The round wooden slats mimic the traditional bamboo joinery, connecting cleverly to create a sturdy structure. Each wooden slat serves not only as a load-bearing component but also as a decorative element, bringing balance and harmony to the overall design.
Dimensions & Packaging
Chong Daybed measures 2100 mm x 850 mm x 500 mm. When disassembled, its components are packed in a 2200 mm x 300 mm x 300 mm box for safe transportation. Made of natural oak wood and microfiber leather, it consists of 20 independent parts, making it easy to assemble, transport, and maintain. Its modular design allows for individual component replacement, enhancing durability and adaptability to various living spaces.
Tags
Daybed, Traditional design, Sustainability, Oak wood, Microfiber Leather, Versatile furniture, Craftsmanship, Vietnamese culture, Eco-friendly furniture.
Production Technology
Chong Daybed is produced with wooden slats assembled using mortise and tenon joints and screws, minimizing the use of adhesives to ensure environmental sustainability. The surface is made from microfiber leather, hand-woven by artisans, offering both elegance and durability. The disassemblable structure allows for easy movement and optimizes maintenance, making it easy to replace parts when necessary.
Design Challenge
The biggest challenge in designing the Chong Daybed was preserving the traditional essence of the bamboo chong while applying modern design principles. Sema Desgin Studio tested seven different versions, facing issues such as instability, lack of sturdiness, and even frame breakage. Through continuous refinement, the structure was optimized to achieve high durability and stability. Disassemblable components and a modular assembly system were introduced to ensure flexibility and ease of maintenance while maintaining the traditional spirit of the bamboo chong in a modern design.
Research
The research process began with studying the traditional bamboo chong in Vietnamese folk life, followed by experiments with sustainable materials such as oak wood and microfiber leather. Designers thoroughly researched the structure and function of the bamboo chong, while incorporating modern design principles to create a product that meets the flexible needs of contemporary living spaces.
Inspiration
Inspired by the traditional bamboo hammock - a familiar sight in Vietnamese rural villages, Chong Daybed is not just a versatile piece of furniture but also a symbol of folk culture and family warmth. With its elegant design, close-to-nature appeal, and high functionality, Chong represents a connection from the past to the present, becoming a modern furniture piece while retaining the essence of Vietnamese life.
Project Duration
The product was launched in the end of 2023 after about 3 years of research and producing, and was exhibited in Heritage Journey in VIET KIA Showroom in September 2024.
Operation Flow
Chong Daybed is a versatile product designed for various uses such as resting, relaxing, and creating a gathering space for family and friends. This design not only provides comfort and convenience but also serves as an aesthetic highlight for both modern and traditional living spaces. Additionally, the daybed is designed with a horizontal bar at one end for hanging towels, books, or other convenient items, enhancing its usability in contemporary living spaces.
Team Members
Leader: Phuong Chi Nguyen
Designer: Tuan Anh Pham
Designer: Dinh Phuc Nguyen
Designer: Linh Tran
Image Credits
Image #1: Sema Design Studio, 2023
Image #2: Sema Design Studio, 2023
Image #3: Sema Design Studio, 2023
Image #4: Sema Design Studio, 2023
Image #5: Sema Design Studio, 2023

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