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Cubee Fanaka Azo Atambatambatra sy Azo Fenoina Rivotra by Yu Ren

Cubee Fanaka Azo Atambatambatra sy Azo Fenoina Rivotra by Yu Ren is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Volafotsy in Famolavolana Fanaka Competition Category.


VolafotsyFanaka· 2025

Cubee Fanaka Azo Atambatambatra sy Azo Fenoina Rivotra

by Yu Ren

Client: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award Volafotsy Winner in Fanaka Category

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The Design

About Cubee Fanaka Azo Atambatambatra sy Azo Fenoina Rivotra

Cubee dia rafitra fanaka azo atambatambatra sy azo fenoina rivotra noforonina ho an'ny trano fonenana kely sy ny toerana iombonana. Ny singa tsirairay dia fenoina amin'ny paompy rivotra ary mahatratra ny habeny feno ao anatin'ny folo segondra eo ho eo. Azo ampiasaina irery ny singa tsirairay na atambatra amin'ny alalan'ny fitsentsefana fingotra mba hamoronana fandaharana fipetrahana samihafa. Ny ati-fonony dia vita amin'ny plastika nohavaozina, ary ny sarony lamba azo esorina dia mifatotra amin'ny fanidiana zip ary atolotra amin'ny loko sy akora maromaro. Azo esorina ny rivotra ao amin'ny singa tsirairay ary azo avalona fisaka izy ireo, ka mampihena ny saran'ny fitaterana sy ny fitehirizana.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Volafotsy

Nandresy ny A' Design Award Volafotsy ny famolavolana Cubee Fanaka Azo Atambatambatra sy Azo Fenoina Rivotra, fankasitrahana malaza be omena ny famolavolana ambaratonga ambony, tsara tarehy ary mahavariana. Ny mpandresy Volafotsy dia asa mamirapiratra dia mamirapiratra ary mamorona dia mamorona izay maneho ny fahaizana, ny talenta ary ny fahamaotinan-tsain'ny mpamolavola azy. Andrasana ho asa mahagaga, ohatra tsara, mahay amin'ny asa ary vaovao amin'ny halalin-tsaina ny famolavolana Cubee Fanaka Azo Atambatambatra sy Azo Fenoina Rivotra. Ity famolavolana nandresy ny A' Design Award Volafotsy ity dia fikarohana miavaka be ary ankafizina izay mahasoa ary mampandroso ny sisintanin'ny zavakanto, ny siansa, ny famolavolana ary ny teknolojia. Ny famolavolana Cubee Fanaka Azo Atambatambatra sy Azo Fenoina Rivotra dia famoronana mahazo fitaka be izay mamaly ny faniriana, mitondra fihetseham-po tsara ary mamelona fahagagana sy fahatalanjonana.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
Cubee is a modular inflatable furniture system that overcomes the form and function limitations of traditional furniture, offering flexible, convenient, and eco-friendly solutions. Each module can be freely assembled with suction cups. The inner liner is made from recycled plastic, and the removable cloth cover comes in various colors and materials. The inflatable design enables quick setup and disassembly, while flat packaging reduces transportation and storage costs.
Dimensions & Packaging
Cube: width 500 mm x depth 500 mm x height 500 mm
Cuboid: width 1000 mm x depth 600 mm x height 350 mm
This size is after inflating, it can be packed flat when not inflated.
Tags
Inflatable, Modular, Environmental friendly, Recycled materials, DIY combination, Multifunctional
Production Technology
Cubee's production process focuses on sustainability, using transparent recycled plastic for the inflatable liner to minimize environmental impact. The durable, easy-to-clean cloth cover comes in various colors and materials. High-performance rubber suction cups ensure a secure connection between modules. The liner features rapid inflation technology, fully inflating in 10 seconds, making setup quick and simple. The removable cover, attached with a zipper, allows for easy cleaning or replacement.
Design Challenge
One of the main challenges in designing Cubee was ensuring structural stability while maintaining portability and ease of use. Inflatable products need to be durable and airtight over time, especially with frequent use and movement, making air leakage and deformation key concerns. The suction cups underwent extensive testing to guarantee a secure connection and a comfortable user experience. Precise adjustments to the material and shape of the suction cups were needed to balance firmness and flexibility. The hole design in the liner presented additional technical challenges, requiring both structural integrity and functional versatility. Lastly, balancing eco-friendly materials with cost control was crucial, as the design team aimed to keep production costs reasonable without compromising quality or sustainability.
Research
Cubee offers a flexible and innovative solution to the rising demand for space-saving, eco-friendly, and multifunctional furniture. The design team analyzed the market's pain points, particularly the lack of flexibility, sustainability, and portability in traditional furniture. By exploring inflatable technology and modular design, Cubee achieves diverse functionality while prioritizing convenience and environmental impact. The choice of materials and technology ensures both durability and comfort, all while reducing environmental strain.
Inspiration
Cubee's inspiration comes from the increasing tightness of living space and people's demand for multifunctional and flexible furniture. Cubee solves the pain point of inconvenient handling, installation and storage of furniture in small apartments and shared spaces. At the same time, it gives users a more environmentally friendly and convenient living experience. The inflatable design frees furniture from tedious installation and transportation, and can quickly change its use.
Project Duration
The project will start in Shenzhen in December 2023 and be completed in Shenzhen in August 2024.
Operation Flow
Cubee is easy to use. With a simple air pump, users can quickly set up the seat. Each module can be used alone or connected with suction cups to create various furniture configurations. The cloth covers are easily replaced with zippers to suit different occasions. When not in use, the modules can be deflated and stored flat for easy transport or storage. Users become both furniture users and designers, as Cubee transforms from a seating system into an interactive, flexible part of daily home life, adding fun and versatility.
Team Members
Designer: Yu Ren
Designer: Shibing Yang

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