Ramesh Mpando Wamikono by Sepideh Bayat and Mohammadali Nemati is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Fenicha Competition Category.
BronzeFenicha· 2025
Ramesh Mpando Wamikono
by Sepideh Bayat and Mohammadali Nemati
Client: Sepideh Design Studio
Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award Winner in Fenicha Category
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About Ramesh Mpando Wamikono
Ramesh ndi mpando wamikono wopangidwa kutengera mmene nyumbu (gazelle) imayimilira modzikuza. Mpandowu uli ndi zigawo ziwiri zazikulu. Chigawo chakumbuyo chimayambira ku miyendo yakumbuyo kufikira ku zopumira mikono ndi msana, ndikupanga mzere wozungulira wosalekezeka. Chigawo chakutsogolo chimapereka mphamvu yolimba ndipo chimalumikizidwa ndi zolumikizira za mtengo zozungulira komanso zolumikizira zolimba za rivet. Zopumira mikono zooneka ngati chikho komanso msana wopangidwa mwapadera ndi magawo osiyanasiyana zimathandizira kukhala pansi mosavuta komanso mwabwino. Fremu yake yapangidwa ndi mtengo wolimba, wosemedwa pogwiritsa ntchito makina olamulidwa ndi kompyuta ndipo kukongoletsedwa ndi manja, pamene chophimba chake ndi zikopa.
The Recognition
About the Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award
Ramesh Mpando Wamikono ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka kwambiri komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe abwino kwambiri omwe amaonekera ndi luso lolenga, kuchenjera ndi nzeru zakuthwa. Opambana a Bronze ndi zinthu zaluso kwambiri ndi zolenga modabwitsa zomwe zimatsimikizira zochitika zazikulu, kulingalira ndi kuchenjera kwa opanga awo. Ramesh Mpando Wamikono akuyembekezeka kukhala chinthu choyamikiridwa, chosirira ndi chokondedwa, chaukatswiri wapadera ndi chatsopano. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award awa amaphatikiza machitidwe abwino kwambiri a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo ndipo ndi abwino kwambiri chifukwa cha kusamala kwawo zazing'ono. Ramesh Mpando Wamikono amakwaniritsa zosowa mokongola, kukhudza zilakolako, kukopa mitima ndi kudzutsa chidwi.
Behind the Design
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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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