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Peri Mpando by Luan Del Savio

Peri Mpando by Luan Del Savio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Fenicha Competition Category.


SilivaFenicha· 2025

Peri Mpando

by Luan Del Savio

Client: Luan Del Savio

Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award Winner in Fenicha Category

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The Design

About Peri Mpando

Peri ndi mpando wolimbikitsidwa ndi chikhalidwe cha Tupi Guarani ndi ubale wake wapafupi ndi chilengedwe. Dzinali limachokera ku mawu a Chitupi Guarani otanthauza munda wa bango. Maziko ake apangidwa ndi matabwa olimba, pomwe malo okhalapo ndi chotsamira kumbuyo zapangidwa ndi sisal, ulusi wachilengedwe womwe umatha kuwola. Makina oyendetsedwa ndi makompyuta amawumba mawonekedwe achilengedwe a matabwawo, ndipo kumaliza kwake kumachitika ndi manja. Mpandowu umayeza 610 mm ndi 545 mm ndi 845 mm. Mawonekedwe ake ogwirizana ndi thupi amathandiza kugwiritsa ntchito momasuka. Peri amaphatikiza njira zaluso zamakolo ndi njira zopangira zosunga chilengedwe.

The Recognition

About the Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award

Peri Mpando ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka modabwitsa komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe a pamwamba, okongola ndi ochititsa chidwi. Opambana a Siliva ndi ntchito zowala kwambiri ndi zolenga kwambiri zomwe zimaonetsa ukatswiri, luso ndi nzeru zakuthwa za opanga awo. Peri Mpando akuyembekezeka kukhala ntchito yodabwitsa yoonetsedwa, yaukatswiri wapadera ndi yatsopano kwambiri. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award awa ndi chopangidwa chodziwika kwambiri ndi choyamikiridwa chomwe chimapindulitsa ndi kukulitsa malire a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo. Peri Mpando ndi cholengedwa chomwe anthu ambiri amachichitira nsanje, chomwe chimadzutsa zilakolako, kubweretsa maganizo abwino ndi kuyatsa kudabwa ndi chidwi.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
Peri is a chair that symbolizes spiritual connection and harmony with nature, inspired by the Tupi Guarani word meaning "field of reeds." Made with sustainable materials, its design reflects the indigenous worldview, incorporating ancestral wisdom and environmental preservation. This project stands out for uniting aesthetics and functionality, promoting a relationship of respect and reverence for nature.
Dimensions & Packaging
610 mm x 545 mm x 845 mm
Solid wood base, sisal seat and backrest.
Tags
Peri, chair, Tupi Guarani, sustainability, indigenous craftsmanship, ecological design, nature, environmental respect, harmony.
Production Technology
The Peri chair is made using sustainable wood for the base and sisal for the seat and backrest. Its production results from the symbiosis between technology and craftsmanship, where state-of-the-art CNC machines sculpt the organic design into the wood, while manual finishing creates the identity and soul of each piece.

Sisal, a natural and biodegradable fiber, is renowned for its durability and sustainable origin, widely used in traditional craftsmanship. The combination of these indigenous artisan techniques with modern eco-friendly production methods ensures a durable and environmentally responsible product.
Design Challenge
The biggest challenge was integrating traditional techniques with modern production processes while ensuring the sustainability of materials. We used sisal to represent the fibers traditionally used by the Tupi-Guarani in braided forms, maintaining traditions and embracing sustainability. The lack of formal documentation on Tupi-Guarani artisanal methods required an adaptive and collaborative approach.
Research
The research for the Peri chair involved an ethnographic investigation into the Tupi Guarani culture and its traditional craftsmanship methods. The goal was to create a design that reflected this cultural heritage.
Inspiration
The inspiration for the Peri chair came from the rich Tupi Guarani culture and its deep connection with nature. The concept of "Peri" as guardian of the forests and rivers motivated the creation of a design that honors this spiritual heritage. The choice of materials and shapes aims to reflect ancestral wisdom and the harmony between humans and the environment, providing a product that is both a cultural tribute and a functional furniture piece.
Project Duration
The project was developed within a ten-month timeframe, from the creation of initial sketches to the final piece. All stages took place in the cities of Maravilha and Santa Helena. Within this timeframe, several prototypes were developed to verify correct ergonomics and to refine and improve specific design elements. It was publicly presented in Florianópolis as part of the Território collection.
Operation Flow
With an ergonomic design that provides comfort to the user. Interacting with the object is intuitive, allowing anyone to appreciate its functionality and natural beauty. The finishing and selected materials ensure durability and easy maintenance.
Image Credits
Image #1 Fabio Jr. Severo / Architectural and Interior Design Photographer, 2023.

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