Point Seza kely by Yuina Nakada is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Varahina in Famolavolana Fanaka Competition Category.

VarahinaFanaka· 2026

Point Seza kely

by Yuina Nakada

Client: Nakada Yuina

A' Design Award Varahina Winner in Fanaka Category

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The Design

About Point Seza kely

Ity seza kely ity dia mifantoka amin'ny fifanenjanana ara-pahitana amin'ny alalan'ny endrika telozoro tsotra sy madio. Tongotra telo mivadika no mihaona amin'ny teboka fifandraisana kely indrindra, ka mahatratra fifandanjana kanto toa manohitra ny herin'ny tany. Ny fiolahana malefaka amin'ny tongotra dia manampy halemem-panahy voajanahary amin'ny endrika jeometrika, raha ny elanelana eo amin'ny fipetrahana sy ny tongotra kosa dia manome hamaivanana nohatsaraina. Vita amin'ny hazo fisaka natambatra sy novolavolaina (molded plywood) izy ity, ka miantoka ny tanjaky ny firafitra ao anatin'ny endrika manify. Ity asa ity dia sady seza kely azo ampiasaina no sary sokitra feno tononkalo, manasa ny fahalianana amin'ny alalan'ny tsy fifanarahany mangina sy ny hatsarany.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Varahina

Nandresy ny A' Design Award Varahina ny famolavolana Point Seza kely, fankasitrahana malaza be omena ny famolavolana miavaka izay mampiavaka ny fahaiza-mamorona, ny fahazotoana ary ny fahamaotinan-tsaina. Ny mpandresy Varahina dia zavatra vita tanana mahay dia mahay ary mamorona mivantana izay manamafy ny traikefa be dia be, ny sarintsaina ary ny fahaizan-kafoy an'ny mpamolavola azy. Andrasana ho zavatra ankasitrahana be, ankafizina ary tiana, mahay amin'ny asa sady vaovao ny famolavolana Point Seza kely. Ity famolavolana nandresy ny A' Design Award Varahina ity dia mitahiry ny fomba fanao tsara indrindra amin'ny zavakanto, ny siansa, ny famolavolana ary ny teknolojia, ary tsara indrindra amin'ny fitandremana ny antsipirihany. Ny famolavolana Point Seza kely dia mahafa-po ny filana tsara, mikasika ny faniriana, mahasarika ny fihetseham-po ary misarika ny fahalianana.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The title poinT reflects the structure's essence: point for minimal contact, and the final T for the triangle. Composed solely of triangles, this stool pursues a refined visual tension. Three legs support each other at minimal contact points, achieving an elegant equilibrium that seems to defy gravity. The soft curves of the plywood add organic softness to the geometric form, while the intentional space between the seat and legs creates a sense of lightness.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 340mm x Depth 340mm x Height 455mm
Tags: Stool, Triangle, Point, Three, Sculpture, Plywood, Minimalism
Production Technology: This stool is crafted from molded plywood, achieving both structural strength and delicate curves. To maintain visual purity, custom made metal connectors designed specifically for this triangular shape are used at the joints. These connectors are precisely concealed within the structure, making them nearly invisible even from gaps, thus preserving the space's sense of openness. A minimal clear finish highlights the natural wood grain and the refined layers of the plywood.
Design Challenge: The primary challenge was maintaining the aesthetic of floating while ensuring structural integrity. Specifically, to preserve the open gaps, the joints needed to be concealed, but this proved difficult with standard tools. To overcome this, I handcrafted custom metal connectors tailored to the unique triangular shape. Ultimately, this allowed me to overcome technical constraints and keep the original intuitive vision vividly alive within the final functional beauty.
Research: I was drawn to the beauty of the inverted triangle, pursuing a form that achieves stability with minimal contact points. Rather than relying on complex calculations, I discovered through the process of carefully engaging with the wood that natural balance emerges in the quiet moment when the angle simply settles into place. This research suggests the possibility that a designer's intuition can give form to a poetic harmony that cannot be fully explained by numerical data alone.
Inspiration: This project draws inspiration from the intrinsic beauty and structural balance inherent in triangles. By incorporating an inverted triangle into a functional stool, I aimed to achieve both a light appearance and stable practicality. The intentionally created spaces generate a quiet, airy presence without feeling heavy. These gaps allow the stool to blend naturally into its surroundings, creating a refined harmony that coexists comfortably with the space.
Project Duration: The project started in June 2025 and ended in January 2026.
Operation Flow: This stool is designed for simple, intuitive use in daily life. Its defining feature is the opening between the seat and legs. This allows your hand to slip in naturally, making it easy to carry the lightweight stool. Additionally, the angled triangular legs enable efficient stacking for storage. By combining these practical elements, it offers a convenient experience in any space while maintaining a sculptural beauty.
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