Celina Sella by Marcelo Coelho is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Praemium A' Design Award Aureum in Designatio Supellectilis Competition Category.
AurumSupellex· 2025
Celina Sella
Client: J.Marcon
Praemium A' Design Award Aureum Winner in Supellex Category
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The Design
About Celina Sella
Sella Celina est conformatio sustentabilis quae materias naturales cum artificio exacto coniungit. Ex ligno reflorestato legitime comparato facta, curvae organicae sellae tranquillitatem et coniunctionem cum natura evocant, inspirationem a corporibus caelestibus et fluminibus fluentibus trahentes. Forma eius ergonomica commoditatem praebet, dum iunctura eius, clavis conspicuis carens, artificium illustrat. Corium ecologicum et spumam recyclatam habens, sella aequilibrium harmonicum sustentabilitatis, aestheticae, et functionalitatis repraesentat, elegantiam aeternam et interactionem facilem in quovis spatio offerens.
The Recognition
About the Praemium A' Design Award Aureum
Celina Sella victor est Praemii A' Design Award Aureum, honoris amplissimi formis primi ordinis, mirabilibus et praestantibus dati. Victores Aurei sunt opera valde nova, provida et splendida, quae ingenium, sapientiam et peritiam auctorum suorum referunt. Exspectatur Celina Sella inventum laudatissimum, inclinationes creans et monumentale fore, quod pretium inauditum afferat. Haec forma Aureo praemio victa est incepto mirabile et honoratum, quod fines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae promovet. Celina Sella cupiditatem vehementem excitat, studium accendit, ingenium creandi fovet et capit.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Crafted from sustainable, legally sourced wood, the Celina Chair merges durability with sophistication. The wood's natural hardness and deep color create a striking contrast with the chair’s gentle, organic curves, which are achieved through precise machining techniques. The chair features no visible screws, highlighting the precision of its joinery and the purity of its design. The piece represents a fusion of nature, comfort, and precision, offering a timeless addition to any space.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width: 550 mm x Depth: 535 mm x Height: 810 mm. The chair is packaged in a double-walled cardboard box with FSC certification.
- Tags
- Wooden chair, Sustainable design, Ergonomic chair, CNC machining, Contemporary furniture, Precision joinery, Organic curves, Eco-friendly materials, Brazilian Furniture
- Production Technology
- The chair is made from solid reforested wood, legally sourced and suitable for indoor use. The seat features eco-friendly leather and recycled foam. The parts are precisely machined using CNC machines, and the joints are made with only the wood itself and glue, concealing the screws. The wood is sanded multiple times to achieve a smooth finish and treated with a non-toxic varnish.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge was balancing the durability and hardness of the wood with the need for ergonomic comfort. Achieving a seamless, screw-free design while maintaining structural integrity was a significant technical challenge. Additionally, sourcing sustainable wood and ensuring its compliance with environmental regulations required meticulous planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Research
- This design project explored sustainable material usage and ergonomic chair design, focusing on the interaction between form, function, and materiality. The research included an investigation of natural forms, inspiring the chair's curves, and investigated local materials with legal commercial permissions. The findings emphasized the importance of sustainable sourcing and ecological design, highlighting the balance between aesthetics, comfort, and environmental responsibility.
- Inspiration
- The Celina Chair draws inspiration from its name, which evokes meanings of heaven and celestial bodies. The design reflects lightness and grace, with flowing lines that evoke a sense of serenity and connection to the sky. Additionally, the chair is influenced by the natural flow of rivers, reminiscent of the intricate patterns formed by waterways seen from above. Celina embodies a timeless presence, inviting contemplation and comfort through its thoughtful, nature-inspired design.
- Project Duration
- The Celina Chair project commenced in June 2024 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and was completed in November 2024. The chair is scheduled to be exhibited at the Abimad fair in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in July 2025.
- Operation Flow
- The Celina Chair is designed for effortless interaction. Its ergonomic curves naturally guide the user into a comfortable seating position, enhancing relaxation. The absence of visible screws allows for a seamless aesthetic, while the chair’s solid structure provides reliable support. Its simplicity in design means that no assembly is required, making it easy to integrate into any space.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to J.Marcon, 2024.
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