Virella Tlachihualli: Tlapechtli by Ghazaleh Abbasian

Virella Tlachihualli: Tlapechtli by Ghazaleh Abbasian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli in Caltlapechtli Tlachihchihualiztli Competition Category.

TepoztliCaltlapechtli· 2026

Virella Tlachihualli: Tlapechtli

by Ghazaleh Abbasian

Client: Ghazal

Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli Winner in Caltlapechtli Category

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The Design

About Virella Tlachihualli: Tlapechtli

Inin tlachihualli moyolitia itech in yolizyotl tlachihualtin tlen monepanoa ihuan in altepetl tlalmantli, ihuan quipiya ce malacachtic cuauhtic tlachihualli tlen quinextia in olinaliztli ihuan in cuepaliztli. Quicentlalia in xoxoctic, in tlatlaliloyan, ihuan in tlahuilli amo huey, ic moyolitia ce tlanepanoliztli neltic itzalan in cualtzinyotl, in tequipanoliztli, ihuan in nemiliztlapaliuhcayotl. In tlachihualli centetl ipan centetl ihuan tlachihualli ica tlacayotl, quipalehuia in pactli ihuan in nepantlatequiliztli. In tlatquitl quipiya cuahuitl chicahuac, tepoztli tlapaltic, ihuan tlahuilli LED tlanepanolli, tlen quipalehuia in monepanoliztli ihuan in itlachializ itzalan miec altepetl tlalmantin.

The Recognition

About the Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli

Virella Tlachihualli: Tlapechtli ca in quicuic in Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli, tlamahuizoliztli tlen momaca in cualli dizayno in quitlalia in tlen monequi ipan tequitl ihuan tlachihualiztli in quimaca in cualli tlachihualli. In quicuicah Tepoztli quinextia in hueyi tlamatiliztli, toltecayotl ihuan ihuelitiliztli intlachihuanime. Ca quinequi in Virella Tlachihualli: Tlapechtli ca tlazohtli, mahuiztic, yancuic ihuan motequiuhtia. Ni dizayno in quicuic Tepoztli quihuelitia in tlamatiliztli ihuan quipia chicahualiztli tlen tepoztli. Virella Tlachihualli: Tlapechtli quicualtia in nemiliztli ihuan quihuelitia in cemanahuac ica cualli.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This design stands out through its sculptural wooden form that seamlessly integrates seating, greenery, and lighting. The twisted geometry enhances ergonomic comfort while maintaining visual dynamism. Its modular structure allows flexible placement in various urban contexts, promoting both social interaction and ecological awareness.
Dimensions & Packaging: Height = 30 cm, Diameter = 30 cm
Tags: Furniture, Sustainable, Bench, Public space.
Production Technology: The product is composed of wooden planks in varying lengths, a linear LED light, and metal supports that ensure the bench remains level.
Design Challenge: The main challenge is creating a piece that can be used for seating in public spaces while being both environmentally friendly and made from natural materials . At the same time, it must respect personal boundaries, bringing people together in a way that allows them to feel comfortable and at ease.
Research: This qualitative research explores how urban furniture design shapes user behavior and social interaction. Using observations, interviews, and ergonomic analysis, it found that thoughtful design guides behavior, respects boundaries, and fosters social harmony. The study highlights integrating ergonomics, psychology, and aesthetics to create inclusive, user-centered urban spaces.
Inspiration: The design is inspired by the continuity of natural forms and their interaction with the urban environment. The gradual twist of the wooden structure evokes a sense of movement, flexibility, and transformation. Integrating greenery within the form symbolized the return of natural life to urban spaces, where contemporary design, functionality, and environmental sustainability find a balanced harmony.
Project Duration: Two months - Melbourne, Australia
Operation Flow: The overall design of this product is composed of wooden planks arranged side by side, forming a twisted parametric shape. In the upper surface and central section of the bench, some of these planks are removed to create space for planting flowers and greenery. A linear LED light is integrated beneath the bench, following its curved form to illuminate the surrounding area in harmony with the design.
Team Members: Ghazaleh Abbasian