Cube Sufan b'Mejda Inkluża by Saya Takamine

Cube Sufan b'Mejda Inkluża by Saya Takamine is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Premju A' Design Award tal-Ħadid in Disinn tal-Għamara Competition Category.

ĦadidGħamara· 2026

Cube Sufan b'Mejda Inkluża

by Saya Takamine

Client: Saya Takamine

Premju A' Design Award tal-Ħadid Winner in Għamara Category

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The Design

About Cube Sufan b'Mejda Inkluża

Din il-biċċa tislet l-ispirazzjoni mill-kuntrast bejn il-konkrit u l-ħdura li nsibu fl-ambjenti urbani ta' kuljum. Elementi naturali organiċi jiġu tradotti f'lingwaġġ ta' disinn ġeometriku. Il-wiċċ ifakkar konkrit imxarrab bix-xita filwaqt li d-drappijiet jesprimu l-ħruxija u l-irregolarità tal-materjal. Aċċenti griżi friski u tapit tal-iskrivanija uniformi jenfasizzaw ir-relazzjonijiet tat-tessitura u tat-tonalità. Ħażiż artifiċjali mħallat jintroduċi preżenza organika ristretta iżda perċettibbli. Permezz ta' kontroll bir-reqqa tal-ispazju okkupat u tal-għoli, il-biċċa tikseb bilanċ viżiv fl-ambjent tagħha.

The Recognition

About the Premju A' Design Award tal-Ħadid

Cube Sufan b'Mejda Inkluża huwa rebbieħ tal-Premju A' Design Award tal-Ħadid, rikonoxximent prestiġjuż mogħti lil disinji tajbin li jissodisfaw ir-rekwiżiti professjonali u industrijali mistennija minn ħolqien imfassal tajjeb. Ir-rebbieħa tal-Ħadid juru l-ħila kbira, l-ispeċjalizzazzjoni għolja, il-fehim espert u l-kapaċità kreattiva tal-ħallieqa tagħhom. Huwa mistenni li Cube Sufan b'Mejda Inkluża ikun ħolqien imqabbar ħafna, mammirat u maħbub li huwa prattiku u innovattiv. Dan id-disinn rebbieħ tal-Ħadid jintegra l-aħjar prattiki tal-industrija u għandu karatteristiċi tekniċi kompetenti marbuta mal-għarfien u t-talent. Cube Sufan b'Mejda Inkluża huwa rispettat għall-eżattezza tiegħu u mfassal biex itejjeb il-kwalità tal-ħajja u jgħin jagħmel id-dinja post aħjar.

Behind the Design

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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