Cube Sofa Misy Latabatra by Saya Takamine

Cube Sofa Misy Latabatra by Saya Takamine is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Vy in Famolavolana Fanaka Competition Category.

VyFanaka· 2026

Cube Sofa Misy Latabatra

by Saya Takamine

Client: Saya Takamine

A' Design Award Vy Winner in Fanaka Category

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The Design

About Cube Sofa Misy Latabatra

Ity sanganasa ity dia naka aingam-panahy avy amin'ny fifanoheran'ny simenitra sy ny zavamaniry maitso hita amin'ny tontolo an-tanàn-dehibe andavanandro. Ny singa voajanahary organika dia nadika ho fiteny famolavolana geometrika. Ny velarany dia mampahatsiahy simenitra kotsan'ny orana, raha ny lamba kosa maneho ny hakarazan'ny akora sy ny tsy fitovizany. Ny loko volombatolalaka mangatsiaka sy ny lamba fitoeran-databatra mitovy endrika dia manasongadina ny endrika ivelany sy ny fifandraisan'ny loko. Ny volomboasary artifisialy nafangaro dia mampiditra fisiana organika voafehy nefa tsapa. Amin'ny alalan'ny fifehezana tsara ny velarana sy ny haavony, ity sanganasa ity dia mahatratra fifandanjana ara-pahitana ao anatin'ny tontolo misy azy.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Vy

Nandresy ny A' Design Award Vy ny famolavolana Cube Sofa Misy Latabatra, 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 Cube Sofa Misy Latabatra. 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 Cube Sofa Misy Latabatra 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: Cube is a modular furniture piece that integrates seating and surface functions within a unified, sculptural form.
The texture of concrete is expressed through a curated combination of different fabrics which is achieving a solid appearance with tactile softness.
Inspired by Karesansui, faux moss representing plants is arranged in a natural and restrained yet noticeable balance. The three blocks have different aspect ratios, translating the accidental beauty found in natural concrete cracks into geometric design. The inverted trapezoidal form provides a wide, comfortable seat while minimizing floor contact, allowing the piece to harmonize with the surrounding space.
Dimensions & Packaging: Depth 600 mm x Width 650 mm x Seat Height 370 mm
Tags: Sofa, Table, Concrete, Greenery, Plants, Moss, Contrast, Artificial, Urban Landscape
Production Technology: The internal structure is primarily made of plywood, achieving a lightweight form while maintaining the appearance of concrete. The two sofa cubes incorporate cushioning materials and soft, tactile fabrics, creating seating surfaces that visually resemble concrete yet remain comfortable and inviting.
Design Challenge: Determining the taper angle of the base and achieving a realistic visual balance were major challenges. Even a one degree difference in the taper significantly affected the overall impression and proportions, requiring the examination of numerous 3D models. In pursuit of realism, extensive experimentation was conducted to identify the optimal fabric combinations and paint color adjustments to express the texture of concrete.
Research: In the process of translating the concept into a product, existing furniture was researched and evaluated based on real world usability. This informed a balance between visual appeal and functional comfort. From the structural framework to the upholstery, the piece was repeatedly examined and refined from a makers perspective, leading to continuous improvements throughout the production process.
Inspiration: This project draws inspiration from the contrast between the inorganic, artificial concrete that fills urban environments and the greenery that sprouts powerfully from its crevices. It aims to transform the relationship between artificial outdoor elements and the modest yet vigorous vitality of the plants thriving within them into an indoor object at a scale suitable for everyday living spaces.
Project Duration: The project started in June 2025 and finished September 2025 in Okinawa, Japan
Operation Flow: Of the three cubes, two function as cushioned sofas and one as a wooden table. The table can hold drinks or books, encouraging communication with others, while also allowing a single user to relax comfortably with ample space. While the concept is fully expressed when all three cubes are combined, each cube can also be used independently, allowing flexible arrangements depending on the occasion and environment.
Image Credits: Image #1-5: Saya Takamine, Hiroto Nakamura