Virella 家具 by Ghazaleh Abbasian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 鉄賞 in 家具デザイン Competition Category.
鉄家具· 2026
Virella 家具
Client: Ghazal
A' Design Award 鉄賞 Winner in 家具 Category
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The Design
About Virella 家具
このデザインは、自然の形態が都市環境と関わり合う姿から着想を得ており、動きと変容を表現するねじれた木製構造を特徴としています。緑化、座席、そして繊細な照明を統合し、美しさ、機能性、サステナビリティの間にバランスの取れた関係を生み出しています。構造はモジュール式かつ人間工学に基づいて設計されており、快適性と人々の交流を支えます。素材には耐久性の高い木材、金属製の支持部材、そして一体化されたアンビエントLED照明が用いられ、多様な都市環境における適応性と存在感を高めています。
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award 鉄賞
Virella 家具は、よく設計された創造物に期待される専門的・産業的要件を満たす優れたデザインに授与される、権威ある評価である A' Design Award 鉄賞の受賞作品です。鉄賞の受賞作品は、制作者の高い技量、高度な専門性、専門家としての理解、創造的な能力を示しています。Virella 家具は、高く評価され、称賛され、愛される、実用的で革新的な創造物であることが期待されます。この A' Design Award 鉄賞を受賞したデザインは、業界のベストプラクティスを統合し、ノウハウと才能に結びついた有能な技術的特性を備えています。Virella 家具は、その徹底ぶりで尊敬され、世界をより良い場所にするための生活の質の向上をもたらすよう設計されています。
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This design stands out through its sculptural wooden form that seamlessly integrates seating, greenery, and lighting. The twisted geometry enhances ergonomic comfort while maintaining visual dynamism. Its modular structure allows flexible placement in various urban contexts, promoting both social interaction and ecological awareness.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Height = 30 cm, Diameter = 30 cm
- Tags
- Furniture, Sustainable, Bench, Public space.
- Production Technology
- The product is composed of wooden planks in varying lengths, a linear LED light, and metal supports that ensure the bench remains level.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge is creating a piece that can be used for seating in public spaces while being both environmentally friendly and made from natural materials . At the same time, it must respect personal boundaries, bringing people together in a way that allows them to feel comfortable and at ease.
- Research
- This qualitative research explores how urban furniture design shapes user behavior and social interaction. Using observations, interviews, and ergonomic analysis, it found that thoughtful design guides behavior, respects boundaries, and fosters social harmony. The study highlights integrating ergonomics, psychology, and aesthetics to create inclusive, user-centered urban spaces.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the continuity of natural forms and their interaction with the urban environment. The gradual twist of the wooden structure evokes a sense of movement, flexibility, and transformation. Integrating greenery within the form symbolized the return of natural life to urban spaces, where contemporary design, functionality, and environmental sustainability find a balanced harmony.
- Project Duration
- Two months - Melbourne, Australia
- Operation Flow
- The overall design of this product is composed of wooden planks arranged side by side, forming a twisted parametric shape. In the upper surface and central section of the bench, some of these planks are removed to create space for planting flowers and greenery. A linear LED light is integrated beneath the bench, following its curved form to illuminate the surrounding area in harmony with the design.
- Team Members
- Ghazaleh Abbasian
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