The Power Nap 의자 by Martin Tsankov is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 동상 in 가구 디자인 Competition Category.
동가구· 2024
The Power Nap 의자
Client: The Power Nap Chair
A' Design Award 동상 Winner in 가구 Category
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The Design
About The Power Nap 의자
파워 냅 체어는 어떤 공간에서도 짧은 시간에 활력을 되찾을 수 있도록 하는 다목적 솔루션입니다. 인체공학에 중점을 두고 설계되어 사용자를 최적의 휴식 자세로 감싸 안아 줍니다. 빛과 소음을 줄여 주는 독특한 후드를 통해 프라이버시가 보장됩니다. 단순함을 지향하여 어떠한 기술적 장치도 배제함으로써 사용자가 완전히 단절된 상태를 누릴 수 있게 합니다. 유연한 특성 덕분에 개방형 공간은 물론 소규모 오피스에도 잘 어울립니다. 지속가능성을 중시하는 이 의자는 기능, 점유 면적, 미학 사이의 균형을 이루며 콤팩트하고 친환경적이며 활력을 되찾아 주는 경험을 제공합니다.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award 동상
The Power Nap 의자, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 동상 수상작으로, 창의성, 독창성, 영민함으로 돋보이는 뛰어난 디자인에 수여되는 높은 권위의 인정입니다. 동상 수상작은 충분히 숙련되고 인상적으로 창의적인 작품으로, 디자이너의 폭넓은 경험, 상상력, 기지를 입증합니다. The Power Nap 의자, 이 작품은 높이 평가받고 감탄과 사랑을 받는 사물로서 두드러지게 전문적이고 혁신적일 것으로 기대됩니다. 이 동상 수상 디자인은 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 모범 사례를 담고 있으며 세부에 대한 주의로 훌륭합니다. The Power Nap 의자, 이 작품은 필요를 훌륭하게 충족하고 욕망에 닿으며 감정을 매료하고 호기심을 불러일으킵니다.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The Power Nap Chair offers individuals a means to rejuvenate in any environment. Its design strikes a balance between functionality, environmental impact, and aesthetics, embodying several key principles.
Firstly, ergonomics ensures the body is positioned optimally for relaxation. Secondly, privacy is maintained through the incorporation of a hood that shields from light and noise. Thirdly, simplicity reigns as the chair is devoid of technology, facilitating complete disconnection. Moreover, it is suitable for both large open spaces and smaller office settings. Finally, sustainability is prioritised by utilising carefully selected materials which are fully recyclable. - Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 950mm x Depth 2000mm x Height 1170mm
- Tags
- Nap, Power Nap, Sleep, Chair, Productivity, Rest, Energy, Ergonomic, Office, Health
- Production Technology
- The chair has three key elements, a metal structure, an upholstered wooden body, and a foldable hood.
The metal structure is made of carbon steel profiles which are machine-bent and powder-coated and follow the triangle concept of the product, providing a stable base. The wooden body is made of 104 individual CNC milled birch plywood triangles connected to each other on each side of a carbon steel profile. The birch plywood is hand-sanded and finished with non-toxic linseed oil. Each triangle is then covered by biodegradable and flame-resistant memory foam and upholstered in woolen fabric. The hood is made from the same fabric and is specifically shaped to be foldable and provide the required privacy to the user. - Design Challenge
- Our main challenge is reversing societal stigma around resting in the workplace by creating a product fit for modern lifestyle where relaxation and productivity intersect. From a technical perspective, the most challenging aspect of this design was ensuring the stability and durability of the cocoon-shaped structure. Marrying the inherently amorphous form of the hood with the precise geometry of the chair while prioritizing comfort and ergonomics required us to add additional support elements.
- Research
- Interviewing over 600 people across Sofia, Barcelona, and London revealed 67 percent had sleep-related issues. 90 percent of the interviewed people confirmed that they would use The Power Nap Chair to take short breaks or power naps during their workday should their employer allow them to do that. The final design is a result of multiple iterations based on user feedback.
- Inspiration
- An estimated 62 percent of adults around the world suffer from sleep deprivation which has a detrimental effect on health and causes low productivity. Milen, one of the co-founders, was part of the statistics for years until he discovered that power napping is a quick and effective solution to remain productive throughout the day. A power nap of 15 to 30 minutes is scientifically proven to increase cognitive performance, boost memory, and benefit one’s health by decreasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Milen looked for a product for power napping suitable for his
workplace, but available solutions were largely inaccessible due to their size and cost. Therefore, he got inspired to create a piece of furniture which is aesthetically pleasing, affordable, and
purposefully designed for optimal power napping. Milen teamed up with Martin, a talented interior designer who embraced the idea. The Power Nap Chair’s design is inspired by a cocoon, which embraces the body and makes the user feel protected, providing the ultimate space for relaxation.
Our product aims to de-stigmatise power napping at the workplace and revolutionise the way companies take care of their employees' wellbeing. - Project Duration
- The project started in January 2022 in Sofia, Bulgaria, and finished in December 2023. The project was competitively selected by Innovation Norway for the Norway Grants, in the frame of the Business Development, Innovation, and SME Programme Bulgaria. The final prototype was exhibited at the Stockholm Furniture Fair in February 2024.
- Operation Flow
- There are very few furniture products on the market targeted at power napping. The two main competitors in the field are Metro Naps and Smarin. The product of Metro Naps is fixed to the ground, while the product of Smarin does not provide privacy so it is not optimal for shared spaces. Neither competitor uses sustainable materials. The Power Nap Chair improves upon all the disadvantages of those products.
- Patents
- https://euipo.europa.eu/eSearch/#details/designs/015010440-0001
- Team Members
- Martin Tsankov - Designer
Milen Kisov - Business Development - Image Credits
- Martin Tsankov
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