Point Chopondapo (Situlo) by Yuina Nakada is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Fenicha Competition Category.
BronzeFenicha· 2026
Point Chopondapo (Situlo)
by Yuina Nakada
Client: Nakada Yuina
Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award Winner in Fenicha Category
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About Point Chopondapo (Situlo)
Situlo iyi imayang'ana kwambiri pa kukoka maso kudzera mu mawonekedwe osavuta a makona atatu. Miyendo itatu yopindika mozondoka imakumana pamalo ochepa kwambiri okhudzana, ndikupanga kulinganizika kokongola komwe kumaoneka ngati kukutsutsana ndi mphamvu yokoka ya dziko. Kupindika pang'ono kwa miyendoyo kumawonjezera kufewa kwachilengedwe ku mawonekedwe a masamu ake, pomwe mipata pakati pa mpando ndi miyendo imapereka kupepuka kokongola. Popangidwa kuchokera ku matabwa opanikizidwa ndi kuumbidwa (molded plywood), kapangidwe kake kamaonetsetsa kuti pali mphamvu yolimba mkati mwa mawonekedwe oonda. Chinthu ichi chimagwira ntchito ngati situlo yothandiza komanso ngati chosema cha ndakatulo, chomwe chimakopa chidwi kudzera mu kusagwirizana kwake kwachete ndi kukongola kwake.
The Recognition
About the Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award
Point Chopondapo (Situlo) 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. Point Chopondapo (Situlo) 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. Point Chopondapo (Situlo) 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 title poinT reflects the structure's essence: point for minimal contact, and the final T for the triangle. Composed solely of triangles, this stool pursues a refined visual tension. Three legs support each other at minimal contact points, achieving an elegant equilibrium that seems to defy gravity. The soft curves of the plywood add organic softness to the geometric form, while the intentional space between the seat and legs creates a sense of lightness.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 340mm x Depth 340mm x Height 455mm
- Tags
- Stool, Triangle, Point, Three, Sculpture, Plywood, Minimalism
- Production Technology
- This stool is crafted from molded plywood, achieving both structural strength and delicate curves. To maintain visual purity, custom made metal connectors designed specifically for this triangular shape are used at the joints. These connectors are precisely concealed within the structure, making them nearly invisible even from gaps, thus preserving the space's sense of openness. A minimal clear finish highlights the natural wood grain and the refined layers of the plywood.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge was maintaining the aesthetic of floating while ensuring structural integrity. Specifically, to preserve the open gaps, the joints needed to be concealed, but this proved difficult with standard tools. To overcome this, I handcrafted custom metal connectors tailored to the unique triangular shape. Ultimately, this allowed me to overcome technical constraints and keep the original intuitive vision vividly alive within the final functional beauty.
- Research
- I was drawn to the beauty of the inverted triangle, pursuing a form that achieves stability with minimal contact points. Rather than relying on complex calculations, I discovered through the process of carefully engaging with the wood that natural balance emerges in the quiet moment when the angle simply settles into place. This research suggests the possibility that a designer's intuition can give form to a poetic harmony that cannot be fully explained by numerical data alone.
- Inspiration
- This project draws inspiration from the intrinsic beauty and structural balance inherent in triangles. By incorporating an inverted triangle into a functional stool, I aimed to achieve both a light appearance and stable practicality. The intentionally created spaces generate a quiet, airy presence without feeling heavy. These gaps allow the stool to blend naturally into its surroundings, creating a refined harmony that coexists comfortably with the space.
- Project Duration
- The project started in June 2025 and ended in January 2026.
- Operation Flow
- This stool is designed for simple, intuitive use in daily life. Its defining feature is the opening between the seat and legs. This allows your hand to slip in naturally, making it easy to carry the lightweight stool. Additionally, the angled triangular legs enable efficient stacking for storage. By combining these practical elements, it offers a convenient experience in any space while maintaining a sculptural beauty.
- Image Credits
- [Image #1: Yuina Nakada
[Image #2: Yuina Nakada
[Image #3: Yuina Nakada
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[Image #5: Yuina Nakada
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