Tokyo Multifunktionell Bänk vum Joao Teixeira

D'Wierk Tokyo Multifunktionell Bänk vum Designer Joao Teixeira ass en héich geschätzten Gewënner vum prestigiéisen 2026 A' Design Award an Gold an der Wettbewerbskategorie Miwwelendesign.

GoldMiwwelen· 2026

Tokyo Multifunktionell Bänk

vum Joao Teixeira

Client: Oftwise

A' Design Award an Gold Gewënner an der Kategorie Miwwelen

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Iwwer Tokyo Multifunktionell Bänk

Tokyo ass eng multifunktionell Bänk, déi fir Entréeën doheem entworf gouf. Tokyo kombinéiert eng Sëtzgeleeënheet mat engem Schongregal, sou datt Schung, Täschen an alldeeglech Saachen op klengem Raum verstaut kënne ginn. E gebogent Tablett uewen follegt der Linn vum Coussin an hält alldeeglech Objeten. D'Bänk ass aus gepresstem FSC-Bierkesperrholz mat natierlechem Eechefurnéier gemaach, fir Präzisioun mat CNC gefräst a mat net-toxeschen Ueleger behandelt. De Coussin ass mat recycléiertem Polyester bezunn. Tokyo gëtt flaach verpaakt geliwwert a kann vun enger Persoun mat zéng Schrauwen zesummegebaut ginn.

D'Unerkennung

Iwwer den A' Design Award an Gold

Tokyo Multifunktionell Bänk ass e Gewënner vum A' Design Award an Gold, enger héich prestigiéiser Unerkennung, déi un éischtklassesch, wonnerbar an erausragend Designe vergi gëtt. Gold-Gewënner si ganz innovativ, visionär a blendend glänzend Kreatiounen, déi d'Talent, d'Wäisheet an d'Fäegkeete vun hire Designer reflektéieren. Et gëtt erwaart, datt Tokyo Multifunktionell Bänk eng héich gelueften, trendsetzend a monumental Erfindung ass, déi beispillosen Wäert liwwert. Dëst mam Gold ausgezeechent Design ass e spektakuläert, respektéiert Projet, dat d'Grenze vun der Konscht, der Wëssenschaft, vum Design an der Technologie erweidert. Tokyo Multifunktionell Bänk erzeegt intensiv Wënsch, erweckt Leidenschaft, encouragéiert Kreativitéit a faszinéiert eis.

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Press Kit

Credits, Teammemberen an technesch Detailer vum Designer zur Verfügung gestallt.

Eenzegaarteg Eegeschaften: Tokyo’s most unique feature is the contrast between its visual lightness and functional versatility. The design pushes the boundaries of manufacturing, featuring curves engineered at the absolute radius limit. This precision creates a singular, flowing silhouette that is incredibly difficult for competitors to replicate. This sophisticated approach opens room for signature details such as its distinctive top tray.
Dimensiounen & Verpackung: The assembled design has Width 945 mm x Depth 400 mm x Height 465 mm.
The design ships in a flat pack format to improve logistics and can be assembled by a single person in less than 5 minutes by laying out all plywood components and cushion on the floor to connect them by driving a total of 10 screws.
Tags: Multifunctional, Shoe Rack, Bench, Product Design, Furniture Design, Plywood Furniture
Produktiounstechnologie: The design is manufactured from pressed FSC Birch Plywood with natural Oak veneer. After pressing, each component is CNC milled for precision. All wooden parts are finished with non-toxic oils. Chosen for its sturdiness, birch plywood ensures a long-lasting design that minimizes its eco-footprint. The cushion is upholstered in 100% recycled polyester, a high-performance and easy-to-clean fabric that ensures the bench remains inviting in high-traffic entryways.
Design Erausfuerderung: Beyond aesthetics, the hardest task was making a premium product truly affordable. This required simplifying the construction to keep it sturdy and long-lasting without driving up the price. Logistically, the project bridged manufacturers in Greece and Portugal. Coordinating these stages demanded rigorous precision and seamless remote communication to ensure the plywood and upholstery aligned perfectly. This process proved that cross-border collaboration can yield a refined, cost-effective result.
Fuerschung: Research involved a behavioral study of urban dwellings with the goal of solving storage challenges in shrinking, high-cost living spaces through multifunctionality. Utilizing observational analysis, the methodology employed user interviews and journey mapping to understand daily routines. The resulting impact maximized utility within small footprints, effectively addressing the economic shift toward compact housing while enhancing social well-being through organized, stress-free environments.
Inspiratioun: Rooted in human behavior, Tokyo is inspired by the Japanese custom of removing shoes before entering homes, a habit that has become a global standard, especially post pandemic. This piece crosses cultural tradition with modern home needs, reimagining a daily object through an updated lens to suit fast paced lifestyles. Visually influenced by Japanese Torii gates, the design is distinguished by a balanced asymmetry where each component seamlessly flows with aesthetic and functional purpose.
Projetdauer: The project started in November 2023 in Viana do Castelo and finished in February 2025 in Viana do Castelo. It was exhibited in Funchal Biennial of Art and Design in Madeira in March 2025
Operatiounsablaf: Tokyo offers an intuitive user experience through self explanatory functionality. Its thoughtful layout optimizes storage while providing the versatility for users to define their own use case scenarios. Whether organizing footwear, bags, or daily essentials, the design avoids prescriptive use. Instead, it adapts to the individual’s unique lifestyle and spatial needs, ensuring the product evolves with the user. The design nature motivate individuals for new and better habits.
Bildnoweis: Image #1: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #2: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #3: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #4: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #5: Designer João Teixeira, Tokyo, 2025
Video Credits: Designer João Teixeira, Tokyo, 2025