Incline Fipetrahana Azo Ampifangaroina by Alena Bulataya

Incline Fipetrahana Azo Ampifangaroina by Alena Bulataya is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Volafotsy in Famolavolana Fanaka Competition Category.

VolafotsyFanaka· 2026

Incline Fipetrahana Azo Ampifangaroina

by Alena Bulataya

A' Design Award Volafotsy Winner in Fanaka Category

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The Design

About Incline Fipetrahana Azo Ampifangaroina

Ny fitambarana Incline Soft dia mampifangaro ny mazava ara-maritrano sy ny fahazoana aina mahafinaritra. Voafaritry ny fisaka mihilana sy ny endrika geometrika mangina, ity rafitra ity dia manolotra seza fandriana, seza fitsaharana, ary singa fitsaharana azo alahatra indray ho an'ny toeram-ponenana na ho an'ny toeram-pandraisam-bahiny. Ny lojika azo ampifangaroina dia manome alalana filaharana kely na midadasika, raha toa kosa ny asa tanana voadio no miantoka ny faharetana. Ny sisiny malefaka dia mampifandanja ny fahamarinana ara-drafitra, mamorona fanambarana famolavolana tsy mety lany andro entanina avy amin'ny toetr'ilay tany efitr'i Dubai, izay nahitana voalohany ity fitambarana ity.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Volafotsy

Nandresy ny A' Design Award Volafotsy ny famolavolana Incline Fipetrahana Azo Ampifangaroina, 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 Incline Fipetrahana Azo Ampifangaroina. 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 Incline Fipetrahana Azo Ampifangaroina 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: Users compose seating layouts by joining modules with concealed quick-lock connectors; no tools are required. Pieces can be reconfigured in minutes—from a compact sofa to a lounge island or chaise-led arrangement. Removable covers simplify cleaning and replacement. Standard floor glides protect surfaces and allow easy moves.
Dimensions & Packaging: Seat modules: 530, 630, 730, 830, 1260, 1590, 1980 mm wide; depth 830 mm; height 420 mm + 35 mm base. Back modules: 950–1600 mm wide; height 700 mm; incline 6–8 deg. Compositions: 2-seat 2206 mm, 3-seat 3085 mm, chaise 1980 mm, corner 2726 mm. Fire-safe foams and fabrics available. Modules ship flat in recyclable cartons.
Tags: modular seating, sofa design, lounge chair, chaise, furniture design, interior design, hospitality furniture, residential furniture, contemporary furniture, sustainable design
Production Technology: Frames are built from kiln-dried hardwood and engineered plywood with internal steel brackets for rigidity. High-resilience polyurethane foam forms the ergonomic profile. Upholstery options include performance fabrics, wool blends, and leather; covers are zippered and replaceable. Powder-coated metal bases and connectors ensure durability. Packaging is flat and recyclable to reduce transport volume.
Design Challenge: The hardest challenge was creating a slim, elegant profile while ensuring strength and precision joints. Foam or wood frames looked bulky or weak. The solution was an internal steel frame and CNC-cut templates for accuracy. This achieved smooth continuous curves, gap-free connections, and long-term durability.
Research: Research focused on modular ergonomics, upholstery durability, and sustainable use. We tested seat-back angles, studied reconfiguration in homes and hotels, and evaluated removable cover systems. Results showed a 6–8 deg incline gives optimal comfort, while replaceable parts extend lifespan and reduce waste.
Inspiration: Incline was inspired by architectural geometry and inclined planes, creating a balance of clarity and comfort. The collection was conceived in Dubai, where the desert dunes inspired the soft gradients and warm tones of its palette. The design brings structural precision and timeless calm to both residential and hospitality spaces.
Project Duration: Concept in 2023; design development and prototyping in 2024–2025. Work designed in Dubai, UAE and manufactured in Minsk, Belarus.
Operation Flow: The modules connect with hidden quick-lock brackets, allowing users to reconfigure layouts without tools. A sofa can transform into a lounge island, a chaise, or individual chairs within minutes. Removable covers make cleaning and replacement simple. The design improves daily use by combining flexibility, comfort, and long-term durability in one system.
Image Credits: Design: Alena Bulataya – Designer
3D Visualization: Alena Bulataya Design Buro
Manufacturer: VINCENTE Furniture
Video: Alena Bulataya Design Buro
Photos: VINCENTE Furniture