Woodland Siġġu bi Spalliera għall-Kowtijiet by Mingbo Hou

Woodland Siġġu bi Spalliera għall-Kowtijiet by Mingbo Hou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż in Disinn ta' Oġġetti tad-Dar Competition Category.

BronżOġġetti tad-Dar· 2026

Woodland Siġġu bi Spalliera għall-Kowtijiet

by Mingbo Hou

Client: Mingbo Hou

Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż Winner in Oġġetti tad-Dar Category

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The Design

About Woodland Siġġu bi Spalliera għall-Kowtijiet

Woodland huwa siġġu bi spalliera għall-kowtijiet iddisinjat għal spazji żgħar ta' għajxien u daħliet. Is-siġġu jgħaqqad seduta ergonomika ma' ħażna prattika. Dirgħajn f'forma ta' friegħi jservu bħala ganċijiet għall-kowtijiet, basktijiet u aċċessorji. Id-dahar ikkurvat idur mal-persuna bilqiegħda bħal friegħi ta' siġra. Woodland huwa magħmul minn injam iebes sostenibbli u azzar riċiklat, b'finitura sewda matta mhux tossika. L-injam huwa mgħawweġ bl-idejn biex jifforma l-għamla kkurvata, u l-ġonot huma msaħħa għal stabbiltà taħt it-tagħbija. Id-disinn ibiddel id-drawwa komuni li l-ħwejjeġ jitpoġġew fuq siġġu f'ħażna ordnata.

The Recognition

About the Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż

Woodland Siġġu bi Spalliera għall-Kowtijiet huwa rebbieħ tal-Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż, rikonoxximent prestiġjuż ħafna mogħti lil disinji eċċellenti ddistingwuti mill-kreattività, l-ingenwità u l-għaqal. Ir-rebbieħa tal-Bronż huma xogħlijiet bi ħila biżżejjed u kreattivi b'mod impressjonanti li jawtentikaw l-esperjenza vasta, l-immaġinazzjoni u l-ħila ta' riżorsi tad-disinjaturi tagħhom. Huwa mistenni li Woodland Siġġu bi Spalliera għall-Kowtijiet ikun oġġett imqabbar ħafna, mammirat u maħbub, notevolment professjonali u innovattiv. Dan id-disinn rebbieħ tal-Bronż jinkorporaw l-aħjar prattiki fl-arti, ix-xjenza, id-disinn u t-teknoloġija u huwa eċċellenti fl-attenzjoni għad-dettalji. Woodland Siġġu bi Spalliera għall-Kowtijiet jissodisfa l-ħtiġijiet b'mod eċċellenti, imiss ix-xewqat, jinċanta s-sentimenti u jattira l-kurżità.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Tree-Branch Coat Rack Chair is a multifunctional piece of furniture that combines ergonomic seating with practical storage. Its unique branch-shaped armrests function as hooks for clothes and accessories, making it ideal for small living areas and entryways. The design balances beauty and utility, providing users with a modern interior solution that is both functional and distinctive. It expresses a lifestyle that values simplicity, comfort, and individuality.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions: 1800 mm (height) x 900 mm (width) x 550 mm (depth) Weight: 6 kg Materials: Sustainable hardwood, recycled steel Load Capacity: 150 kg (seating), 20 kg (hanging) Finish: Non-toxic, matte sealant Color Options: Black
Tags: Branch-shaped chair, multifunctional furniture, sustainable design, biomimicry, ergonomic seating, eco-friendly materials, modern furniture, space-saving design, organic aesthetics, innovative furniture
Production Technology: The chair is made from sustainable hardwood and recycled steel, ensuring both durability and environmental responsibility. The production process involves hand-bending wood to create the curved, wrapping form, then mechanically cutting and manually refining it. The joints are reinforced with eco-friendly adhesives and fasteners to ensure structural stability. The surface is finished with a matte black, non-toxic coating for a stylish and modern appearance.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was balancing the organic branch-like structure with overall stability. Achieving this required repeated prototyping and testing to ensure it could support both sitting and hanging functions. Another challenge was sourcing sustainable materials without sacrificing durability. The final result is a design that successfully combines visual impact with reliable performance.
Research: The design process included qualitative research on biomimicry and ergonomics, focusing on the structural characteristics of tree branches. User testing was carried out to improve comfort and function, and material studies explored sustainable options. The findings inspired the organic form and multifunctional features of the chair, creating a design that combines beauty, practicality, and environmental awareness. The research also shows how nature-inspired solutions can help create personalized, emotionally engaging home furniture.
Inspiration: One day, after coming home, I casually threw my jacket over a chair. That simple habit inspired me-what if the chair itself looked like a tree, turning a careless gesture into a thoughtful act of storage? I designed a curved backrest that wraps around the sitter like branches. Each hung garment makes the “tree” seem to grow. Placed at the entrance, it lets users hang accessories freely and express a stylish, personal lifestyle.
Project Duration: The project started in Okinawa, Japan, in October 2024 and was completed in December 2024. It was exhibited at the Tokyo Furniture Fair in March 2025 and at the Milan Design Week in April 2025.
Operation Flow: This chair offers an intuitive experience. Users can sit comfortably on its ergonomically designed seat while hanging coats, bags, or accessories on the branched armrests. The well-balanced structure ensures stability even when fully loaded. Its dual function naturally integrates sitting and storage, turning everyday actions into pleasant, seamless interactions within living spaces.
Image Credits: Mingbo Hou