Macaron Nido Primary Function: Bedi la Ana la Macaron Nido Co by Dina Dymova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mphoto ya Chitsulo ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Zipangizo za Ana Aang'ono ndi Ana Competition Category.
ChitsuloZipangizo za Ana· 2026
Macaron Nido Primary Function: Bedi la Ana la Macaron Nido Co
by Dina Dymova
Client: Dreamstudio
Mphoto ya Chitsulo ya A' Design Award Winner in Zipangizo za Ana Category
Verified Award Winner
Verify Award Status for #178868The Design
About Macaron Nido Primary Function: Bedi la Ana la Macaron Nido Co
Book Text: Macaron Nido ndi chinthu chamipando chomverera chimene chinapangidwa ndi katswiri womanga nyumba Dina Dymova, chosakaniza ukatswiri wamalingaliro ndi kulondola kwa zomanga nyumba. Pofuna kutsanzira mawonekedwe a zakudya zotsekemera za ku France, mawonekedwe ake ozungulira ngati za bionic amagwira ntchito ngati chisa choteteza. Kapangidwe kameneka kamathandiza kusintha mosavuta kupita ku chipinda chogona chodziyimira pawokha mwa kuphatikiza mwana ngati wopanga limodzi amene amasankha mitundu ndi nsalu. Mawonekedwe ake okhala ndi chimango chosema ndi CNC ndi sutalo wofewa amapereka malo otetezeka ndi ofunda ogona kwa ana
The Recognition
About the Mphoto ya Chitsulo ya A' Design Award
Macaron Nido Primary Function: Bedi la Ana la Macaron Nido Co ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Chitsulo ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe abwino omwe amakwaniritsa zofunika za akatswiri ndi za makampani zomwe zimayembekezeka kuchokera ku zolengedwa zopangidwa bwino. Opambana a Chitsulo amaonetsa luso lalikulu, ukatswiri wapamwamba, kumvetsetsa kwa akatswiri ndi mphamvu yolenga ya opanga awo. Macaron Nido Primary Function: Bedi la Ana la Macaron Nido Co akuyembekezeka kukhala cholengedwa choyamikiridwa kwambiri, chosirira ndi chokondedwa chomwe ndi chothandiza ndi chatsopano. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Chitsulo ya A' Design Award awa amaphatikiza machitidwe abwino kwambiri a makampani ndipo ali ndi makhalidwe a ukadaulo oyenerera olumikizidwa ndi chidziwitso ndi luso. Macaron Nido Primary Function: Bedi la Ana la Macaron Nido Co amalemekezedwa chifukwa cha kusamala kwake ndipo anapangidwa kuti apereke kukonza kwa moyo kumene kumathandiza kusandutsa dziko kukhala malo abwino.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Macaron acts as a psychological bridge, easing the difficult transition from co-sleeping to an independent bedroom. By involving the child as a "co-designer" who chooses colors, we build anticipation: the child loves the bed before it even arrives. This sense of ownership transforms a stressful move into an exciting game. Functionally, the bionic "huggable" shape reduces separation anxiety, creating a safe personal harbor where the child feels significant and secure.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Dimensions: 1300 x 2300 x 700 mm. Mattress: 900 x 1900 mm. Materials: CNC-milled Birch Plywood, High-Resilience (HR) Foam. Upholstery: Customizable (Micro-velour, Boucle). Features: Removable safety rail, modular assembly.
- Tags
- Kids Bed, Emotional Design, Children Furniture, Interactive Design, Bionic Shape, Upholstered Bed, Child Safety, Montessori Bedroom, Macaron, Luxury Nursery, Sensory Furniture, Soft Architecture, Playful Luxury, Customizable Bed, Ergonomic Sleeping, Tactile Experience, Sculptural Form, Safe Cocoon, Modern Kids Room
- Production Technology
- The core is crafted from durable birch plywood. The process began with the author's precise scale drawings, directly translated into a CNC optimized frame. The project's unique character relies on specialized sewing techniques. Specific tailoring solutions were rigorously refined during the manufacturing process to successfully replicate the authentic, soft "cream" aesthetic using High-Resilience (HR) foam.
- Design Challenge
- Research focused on emotional bonding and anxiety reduction. Methodology involved analyzing co-creation mechanics in furniture. Results showed that joint decision-making (choosing colors) significantly strengthens the parent-child connection, while round shapes lower visual stress. Insights suggest that this shared creativity forms lasting positive memories for adulthood. The impact is a design that serves as a relational anchor, blending psychological safety with family unity
- Research
- Research targeted sleep ergonomics and separation anxiety. Methodology combined Montessori principles with bionic form analysis. Observations of toddlers revealed that standard flat beds cause pillow slippage and insecurity. Results: The "Nido" shape physically retains bedding and reduces visual stress. Insights show that involving the child as a co-designer builds anticipation. Impact: The bed functions as an emotional anchor, transforming a stressful transition into a secure experience
- Inspiration
- The concept was born from maternal observation. I noticed my daughter's pillow and blanket constantly slid off her flat bed, interrupting her sleep. I decided to "wrap" the sides to physically contain the bedding. This functional need merged with the aesthetic of a macaron - round and safe. The design solves a real ergonomic problem while serving as a metaphor for a parent's protective hug, keeping the child warm and covered all night.
- Project Duration
- The project development began in June 2025 in Almaty and was completed in July 2025 in Almaty. Kazakhstan
- Operation Flow
- Interaction begins with a shared creative game: the child and parent select colors for the "cookie" and "filling" together. This collaborative process strengthens the family bond and gives the child a sense of ownership. Functionally, the bed operates as a safe cocoon; its soft, bionic bumpers eliminate injury risks common with sharp corners. The tactile, sensory-rich textiles provide a calming effect, ensuring better sleep and reducing nighttime anxiety.
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #2: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #3: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #4: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #5: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025.
Sponsored
Explore Beyond Designers.org
Discover products, services and opportunities from our advertising partners.
More to Explore
Related Designs
Explore more award-winning designs from the same category, selected by merit.
