Ramesh Lenestol by Sepideh Bayat and Mohammadali Nemati is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Bronse in Møbeldesign Competition Category.
BronseMøbler· 2025
Ramesh Lenestol
by Sepideh Bayat and Mohammadali Nemati
Client: Sepideh Design Studio
A' Design Award i Bronse Winner in Møbler Category
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The Design
About Ramesh Lenestol
Ramesh er en lenestol inspirert av en gaselles avbalanserte holdning. Stolen er sammensatt av to hovedelementer. Den bakre strukturen strekker seg fra baklårene til armlenene og ryggstøtten, og danner en sammenhengende bue. Den fremre strukturen gir stabilitet og er sammenføyd med sylindriske treskjøter og forsterkede nagleforbindelser. Koppformede armlener og en konturert, seksjonert ryggstøtte understøtter ergonomisk komfort. Rammen er laget av hardtre, formet ved hjelp av datastyrt fresing og forfinet for hånd, mens trekket er i skinn.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award i Bronse
Ramesh Lenestol er vinner av A' Design Award i Bronse, en høyt prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles enestående design som utmerker seg ved kreativitet, oppfinnsomhet og skarpsindighet. Bronsevinnere er rikt dyktige og påfallende kreative gjenstander som bekrefter designernes store erfaring, fantasi og ressurssterkhet. Ramesh Lenestol forventes å være en høyt ansett, beundret og verdsatt gjenstand som er bemerkelsesverdig profesjonell og nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Bronse, rommer beste praksis innen kunst, vitenskap, design og teknologi og utmerker seg ved sin omtanke for detaljer. Ramesh Lenestol tilfredsstiller behov på en strålende måte, berører ønsker, sjarmerer følelser og vekker nysgjerrighet.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The form mirrors the poised stillness of a gazelle,capturing both its muscular endurance and its gentle,fluid movement.The chair is composed of two main elements:The rear structure,which extends from the back legs to the armrests and backrest, forming a continuous arc.The front structure ensures stability,joined by wooden-metal joints and durable connectors for seamless cohesion.The cup-like armrests invite relaxation,while the contoured,segmented backrest ensures ergonomic comfort and visuall.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Height: 780mm Width: 620mm Depth: 680mm
Material: Hardwood frame, premium leather upholstery
Joinery: Cylindrical wood joints with reinforced rivet connectors - Tags
- contemporary furniture, wood and leather chair, ergonomic design, architectural furniture, exclusive design, Sculptural chair, luxury seating
- Production Technology
- Its bold structure conveys a sense of gravity and presence, while its finely sculpted lines soften this assertion, revealing an underlying elegance. The form mirrors the poised stillness of a gazelle, capturing both its muscular endurance and its gentle, fluid movement. The chair is composed of two main elements. The realization of Ramesh required a fusion of advanced digital modeling, traditional woodworking, and precision upholstery craftsmanship. The frame should be constructed from high-quality hardwood, shape with CNC precision and refine by hand to maintain the organic flow of its contours. The leather elements are meticulously selected and should stitch to ensure longevity and luxurious comfort. The connection points are engineered for both visual harmony and durability, seamlessly integrating into the form without disrupting its purity.
- Design Challenge
- One of the greatest challenges in crafting Ramesh was achieving a structure that maintains its bold, heavy presence while expressing a sense of refined lightness. The seamless transition between the backrest, armrests, and rear legs required meticulous engineering, ensuring that the material thickness and curvature would support weight without compromising visual elegance. The integration of organic, sculptural form with strict ergonomic function demanded a balance between traditional craftsmanship and digital precision. Another challenge lay in ensuring that the chair's two main structural components, the front and rear sections, could be assembled in a way that maintains the illusion of continuity while also allowing for stability and flexibility in production. Through extensive prototyping, the final design achieves a sublime balance of form, function, and artistry.
- Research
- The conceptual foundation of Ramesh was built upon the study of biomorphic forms, architectural movement, and high-end craftsmanship. Extensive research into animal biomechanics, particularly the motion and stance of gazelles, informed the chair's overall posture. Additionally, explorations into luxury automotive design, notably the aerodynamic curves of a 1990 Porsche's rear wheel arches, inspired the seamless flow of the chair's form. Materials research emphasized sustainability and longevity, ensuring that the wood and leather used in the chair not only enhance its aesthetic value but also align with ethical craftsmanship. The chair was developed with an understanding of how balance and elegance can coexist in furniture, borrowing principles from both classical and modernist design philosophies.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the poised elegance and dynamic stillness of a gazelle, Ramesh is a statement of power, movement, and balance. The design captures the tension between fluidity and solidity, translating the graceful arcs of a gazelle's hind legs into a chair that embodies strength and sophistication. The chair's dual-component structure symbolizes the harmony of opposites, bold yet refined, structured yet flowing, assertive yet inviting. Wood flows into leather, blending nature, craft, and luxury.
- Project Duration
- The project was conceived in Philadelphia, USA and Tabriz, IRAN simultaneously, and developed over an extensive design phase, ensuring precision in materiality, craftsmanship, and ergonomic refinement for constructing phase.
- Operation Flow
- Designed for contemplation and comfort, Ramesh invites the user into a refined experience of sitting. The carefully sculpted seat cradles the body, while the upward-sweeping backrest subtly encourages proper posture. The arc-like transitions of the frame create a dynamic engagement between user and object, making the act of sitting feel intentional and elevated. The leather components add an element of tactile luxury, allowing the user to fully immerse themselves in the experience of the chair's Timeless form.
- Team Members
- Designer: Sepideh Bayat
Designer: Mohammadali Nemati - Image Credits
- Image #1: Illustrator Ehsan Razavi, Ramesh, 2025.
Image #2: Illustrator Ehsan Razavi, Ramesh, 2025.
Image #3: Illustrator Ehsan Razavi, Ramesh, 2025.
Image #4: Illustrator Ehsan Razavi, Ramesh, 2025.
Image #5: Illustrator Ehsan Razavi, Ramesh, 2025.
Image #5: Illustrator Ehsan Razavi, Ramesh, 2025.
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