Point आसन्दिका by Yuina Nakada is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award कांस्यपुरस्कारः in गृहोपस्कर अभिकल्पना Competition Category.
कांस्यम्गृहोपस्करः· 2026
Point आसन्दिका
by Yuina Nakada
Client: Nakada Yuina
A' Design Award कांस्यपुरस्कारः Winner in गृहोपस्करः Category
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The Design
About Point आसन्दिका
इदम् आसन्दिका न्यूनतमवादी त्रिकोणीयभाषायाः माध्यमेन दृश्यतनावे केन्द्रीकरोति। त्रयः विपर्यस्ताः पादाः न्यूनतमस्पर्शबिन्दुषु मिलन्ति, गुरुत्वाकर्षणस्य अवज्ञां कुर्वन्तम् इव सुन्दरं सन्तुलनं प्राप्नुवन्ति। पादानां सूक्ष्मवक्रता ज्यामितौ जैविकमृदुतां योजयति, तथा च आसनपादयोः मध्ये अन्तरालानि परिष्कृतलघुत्वं प्रयच्छन्ति। साचितकाष्ठपटलेन (molded plywood) निर्मितम् इदं परिकल्पनं कृशाकृतौ अपि संरचनात्मकदृढतां सुनिश्चितं करोति। इदं वस्तु व्यावहारिकासन्दिकारूपेण काव्यात्मकशिल्परूपेण च कार्यं करोति, स्वस्य शान्तविसंवादेन सौन्दर्येण च कौतूहलम् आमन्त्रयति।
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award कांस्यपुरस्कारः
Point आसन्दिका A' Design Award कांस्यपुरस्कारस्य विजेता अस्ति; अयम् उच्चप्रतिष्ठितः सम्मानः सृजनशीलतया उद्भावनकौशलेन तीक्ष्णप्रज्ञया च विशिष्टेभ्य उत्कृष्टेभ्योऽभिकल्पेभ्यो दीयते। कांस्यविजेतारः प्रचुरकौशलयुक्ता उल्लेखनीयतया सृजनशीलाश्च शिल्पकृतयः सन्ति, याः स्वाभिकल्पकानां विपुलम् अनुभवं कल्पनाशक्तिं साधनसम्पन्नतां च प्रमाणयन्ति। Point आसन्दिका अत्यन्तं मूल्यवान् प्रशंसितः प्रियश्च पदार्थः, उल्लेखनीयतया व्यावसायिको नवोन्मेषयुक्तश्च भविष्यतीति प्रत्याशा क्रियते। A' Design Award कांस्यपुरस्कारं जितवद् एतद् अभिकल्पकार्यं कलाविज्ञानाभिकल्पप्रौद्योगिकीनां श्रेष्ठतमाः पद्धतीः समावेशयति सूक्ष्मांशेषु ध्यानाच्च उत्कृष्टम् अस्ति। Point आसन्दिका अस्माकम् आवश्यकताः सुन्दरं पूरयति, कामनाः स्पृशति, भावान् मोहयति, जिज्ञासां चाकर्षयति।
Behind the Design
Press Kit
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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