Guama Seza Fialamboly by Rafael Oliva is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Vy in Famolavolana Fanaka Competition Category.

VyFanaka· 2026

Guama Seza Fialamboly

by Rafael Oliva

Client: Labmobili

A' Design Award Vy Winner in Fanaka Category

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The Design

About Guama Seza Fialamboly

Ity fitambarana ity dia mampatsiahy seza fiandrianana maoderina amin'ny alalan'ny endrika tsotra, ankehitriny, manerantany ary tena Brezilianina tsy hadisoana. Ny rafi-mangina ananany dia manazava ny endrika ho amin'ny votoatiny, ka mamela ny hafanana sy ny fisian'ny hazo mafy hitarika. Vita amin'ny hazo nalaina tamim-pahamendrehana, dia mampifandanja ny fahamarinan'ny indostrialy sy ny asa tanana saro-pady, izay ifandraisan'ny lova sy ny fitaovana. Ny tsipika sy ny endriny tsirairay dia manaja ny fitaovana, manolotra traikefa azo tsapain-tanana izay mampifandray ny fanahin'ny razana amin'ny minimalisma maoderina. Ity fitambarana ity dia mankalaza ny herin'ny natiora voajanahary sy ny fikasihan'ny famoronana olombelona.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Vy

Nandresy ny A' Design Award Vy ny famolavolana Guama Seza Fialamboly, fankasitrahana malaza omena ny famolavolana tsara izay mahafeno ny fepetra ara-barotra sy ara-indostria andrasana amin'ny famoronana natao tsara. Ny mpandresy Vy dia mampiseho fahaiza-manao lehibe, fahaizana manokana ambony, fahatakarana manam-pahaizana ary fahaizana mamorona an'ireo mpamorona azy. Andrasana ho famoronana ankasitrahana be, ankafizina ary tiana izay azo ampiharina sady vaovao ny famolavolana Guama Seza Fialamboly. Ity famolavolana nandresy ny A' Design Award Vy ity dia mampiray ny fomba fanao tsara indrindra amin'ny indostria ary manana toetra ara-teknika mahomby mifandray amin'ny fahalalana sy ny talenta. Ny famolavolana Guama Seza Fialamboly dia hajaina noho ny fitandremany ary natao hanome fanatsarana ny kalitaon'ny fiainana izay manampy hahatonga ny tontolo ho toerana tsara kokoa.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Guama Lounge Chair captures the strength and essence of wood in a minimalist, elegant, and timeless design.

Inspired by the natural wealth of Para, each piece is carved from sustainably managed solid wood by VEDAC, paying tribute to the harmonious connection between humans and the forest.

The purity of the lines and artisanal craftsmanship reveal not only the beauty of the material but also the skill of the local artisans.
Dimensions & Packaging: Hieght: 100cm
Width: 75cm
Depth: 78cm
Tags: armchair, lounge chair, brazil, pará, amazon, amazônia, sustainable wood
Production Technology: The Guama collection is produced in Para by VEDAC, using sustainably managed Amazonian wood. Combining advanced CNC technology with precise manual finishing, it demonstrates that the region unites innovation and craftsmanship. Each piece reflects technological excellence, respect for nature, and the refinement of contemporary Brazilian design.
Design Challenge: The hardest part was balancing Amazonian identity with industrial viability. We faced the challenge of translating ancestral woodworking into a scalable production logic. Overcoming logistical hurdles required innovating in joinery and modularity. Internally, we had to respect traditional aesthetics while meeting rigid durability standards. This synthesis turned regional soul into a competitive, high-quality industrial product.
Research: We conducted exploratory research to bridge Amazonian craftsmanship with industrial scale. Using ethnographic tools and interviews with local artisans, we studied traditional woodworking. Results showed a gap between raw manual skill and market durability. Insights led to a modular assembly system that preserves aesthetic soul while optimizing logistics. This impacts the industry by proving sustainable regional design can be globally competitive, boosting local economies and design ethics.
Inspiration: The Guama Lounge Chair was inspired by the Amazonian landscapes of Para, where wood embodies both strength and serenity. The project seeks to express this essence through minimalist geometry and precise craftsmanship. Developed from research into local woodworking traditions and sustainable practices, it translates nature's raw vitality into refined, timeless design.
Project Duration: I designed the collection in January 2025 in Sao Paulo at LABMOBILI and it was manufactured in Sao Miguel do Guama by VEDAC in early February 2025. It was exhibited in the Fuori Salone in Milan in April 2025.
Operation Flow: The Guama Lounge Chair was designed for intuitive interaction and visual lightness. Each piece invites touch through its softened edges and balanced proportions. The solid wood structure ensures strength and durability, while its minimalist design enhances versatility in different spaces. The precise joinery and smooth finish elevate comfort, tactility, and timeless performance.
Image Credits: Image #1: VEDAC. Image #2: VEDAC. Image #3: VEDAC. Image #4: VEDAC. Image #5: VEDAC.