Macaron Nido Lectus Puerilis Macaron Nido Co by Dina Dymova

Macaron Nido Lectus Puerilis Macaron Nido Co by Dina Dymova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Praemium A' Design Award Ferreum in Producta Infantium Competition Category.

FerrumProducta Infantium· 2026

Macaron Nido Lectus Puerilis Macaron Nido Co

by Dina Dymova

Client: Dreamstudio

Praemium A' Design Award Ferreum Winner in Producta Infantium Category

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The Design

About Macaron Nido Lectus Puerilis Macaron Nido Co

Macaron Nido est supellex sensualis ab architecta Dina Dymova excogitata, ergonomiam affectuum cum architectonica subtilitate coniungens. Formis bellariorum Gallicorum inspirata, eius adumbratio bionica et rotundata veluti nidus tutelaris fungitur. Designatio transitum ad cubiculum independens facilem reddit puerum tamquam co-creatorem implicans, qui colores et textilia eligit. Compage CNC fabrefacta et spuma molli instructa, forma ambitum somni tutum et calidum pueris praebet.

The Recognition

About the Praemium A' Design Award Ferreum

Macaron Nido Lectus Puerilis Macaron Nido Co victor est Praemii A' Design Award Ferreum, honoris amplissimi formis bonis dati, quae postulatis professionalibus et industrialibus ab creationibus bene formatis exspectatis satisfaciunt. Victores Ferrei magnam peritiam, altam specializationem, intellectum periti et facultatem creandi auctorum suorum ostendunt. Exspectatur Macaron Nido Lectus Puerilis Macaron Nido Co creationem multum aestimatam, admiratam et carissimam, practicam et novam fore. Haec forma Ferreo victa optimas industriae consuetudines integrat et proprietates technicas idoneas, cum scientia et talento coniunctas, habet. Macaron Nido Lectus Puerilis Macaron Nido Co ob diligentiam suam honoratur et ad vitae qualitatem emendandam formatum est, ut mundum meliorem reddere iuvet.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Macaron acts as a psychological bridge, easing the difficult transition from co-sleeping to an independent bedroom. By involving the child as a "co-designer" who chooses colors, we build anticipation: the child loves the bed before it even arrives. This sense of ownership transforms a stressful move into an exciting game. Functionally, the bionic "huggable" shape reduces separation anxiety, creating a safe personal harbor where the child feels significant and secure.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions: 1300 x 2300 x 700 mm. Mattress: 900 x 1900 mm. Materials: CNC-milled Birch Plywood, High-Resilience (HR) Foam. Upholstery: Customizable (Micro-velour, Boucle). Features: Removable safety rail, modular assembly.
Tags: Kids Bed, Emotional Design, Children Furniture, Interactive Design, Bionic Shape, Upholstered Bed, Child Safety, Montessori Bedroom, Macaron, Luxury Nursery, Sensory Furniture, Soft Architecture, Playful Luxury, Customizable Bed, Ergonomic Sleeping, Tactile Experience, Sculptural Form, Safe Cocoon, Modern Kids Room
Production Technology: The core is crafted from durable birch plywood. The process began with the author's precise scale drawings, directly translated into a CNC optimized frame. The project's unique character relies on specialized sewing techniques. Specific tailoring solutions were rigorously refined during the manufacturing process to successfully replicate the authentic, soft "cream" aesthetic using High-Resilience (HR) foam.
Design Challenge: Research focused on emotional bonding and anxiety reduction. Methodology involved analyzing co-creation mechanics in furniture. Results showed that joint decision-making (choosing colors) significantly strengthens the parent-child connection, while round shapes lower visual stress. Insights suggest that this shared creativity forms lasting positive memories for adulthood. The impact is a design that serves as a relational anchor, blending psychological safety with family unity
Research: Research targeted sleep ergonomics and separation anxiety. Methodology combined Montessori principles with bionic form analysis. Observations of toddlers revealed that standard flat beds cause pillow slippage and insecurity. Results: The "Nido" shape physically retains bedding and reduces visual stress. Insights show that involving the child as a co-designer builds anticipation. Impact: The bed functions as an emotional anchor, transforming a stressful transition into a secure experience
Inspiration: The concept was born from maternal observation. I noticed my daughter's pillow and blanket constantly slid off her flat bed, interrupting her sleep. I decided to "wrap" the sides to physically contain the bedding. This functional need merged with the aesthetic of a macaron - round and safe. The design solves a real ergonomic problem while serving as a metaphor for a parent's protective hug, keeping the child warm and covered all night.
Project Duration: The project development began in June 2025 in Almaty and was completed in July 2025 in Almaty. Kazakhstan
Operation Flow: Interaction begins with a shared creative game: the child and parent select colors for the "cookie" and "filling" together. This collaborative process strengthens the family bond and gives the child a sense of ownership. Functionally, the bed operates as a safe cocoon; its soft, bionic bumpers eliminate injury risks common with sharp corners. The tactile, sensory-rich textiles provide a calming effect, ensuring better sleep and reducing nighttime anxiety.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #2: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #3: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #4: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #5: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025.