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Flores Počivalnik by Joao Demele

Flores Počivalnik by Joao Demele is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Bronasta nagrada A' Design Award in Oblikovanje pohištva Competition Category.


BronastaPohištvo· 2026

Flores Počivalnik

by Joao Demele

Client: Karams

Bronasta nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Pohištvo Category

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The Design

About Flores Počivalnik

Flores je počivalnik, zasnovan za sproščeno sedenje in počitek. Kos ima krožno obliko, ukrivljeno naslonjalo pa se neprekinjeno ovija okoli sedišča in ustvarja občutek zavetja. Glavni volumen počiva na diskretnem podstavku, ki zagotavlja stabilnost, medtem ko vgrajena stranska mizica ponuja površino za knjige, pijačo ali osebne predmete. Robustna notranja konstrukcija je kombinirana s peno visoke gostote in mehkim oblazinjenjem, z natančnimi šivi, ki sledijo krivuljam. Stranska mizica je izdelana iz naravnega lesa na vitki kovinski konstrukciji.

The Recognition

About the Bronasta nagrada A' Design Award

Flores Počivalnik je prejemnik Bronaste nagrade A' Design Award, zelo prestižnega priznanja, ki se podeljuje izjemnim oblikovanjem, ki se odlikujejo po ustvarjalnosti, iznajdljivosti in bistrosti. Prejemniki Bronaste nagrade so v celoti spretni in presenetljivo ustvarjalni artefakti, ki potrjujejo bogate izkušnje, domišljijo in zvitost svojih oblikovalcev. Od Flores Počivalnik se pričakuje, da bo visoko cenjen, občudovan in ljubljen predmet, opazno profesionalen in inovativen. To oblikovanje, nagrajeno z Bronasto nagrado A' Design Award, vključuje najboljše prakse v umetnosti, znanosti, oblikovanju in tehnologiji ter je odlično po pozornosti do podrobnosti. Flores Počivalnik sijajno zadovoljuje potrebe, se dotika želja, očara čustva in vzbuja radovednost.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
The piece features a generous circular geometry that encourages relaxed use. A curved backrest wraps continuously around the seat, creating a sense of enclosure and visual comfort.

The main volume rests on a discreet base for stability, while an integrated side table adds function without compromising formal clarity.

Soft, uniform upholstery enhances the tactile quality and highlights the precise stitching that follows the natural curves of the design.
Dimensions & Packaging
Finishes: Tissue and Wood

Measures:
Width - 144.0cm
Height - 77.0cm
Depth - 144.0cm
Tags
Daybed, Flora, Conforming, Nature, Design, Modern
Production Technology
The piece combines a robust internal structure with high-density foam, carefully shaped to preserve its curves and ergonomic comfort.

The upholstery is precisely applied to ensure visual continuity and a refined finish, following the organic lines of the design. The natural wood side table, supported by a discreet metal structure, provides strength while maintaining visual lightness.

The production process brings together craftsmanship and contemporary upholstery and woodworking techniques.
Design Challenge
The main challenge was balancing generous volumes with visual lightness. The continuous curves required careful attention to proportion, ergonomics, and upholstery tension to maintain refinement.

Integrating the side table seamlessly into the structure was also essential to preserve the fluidity of the design. The result is a piece that unites stability, softness, and functionality in a cohesive form.
Research
The Flores Daybed, designed by João Demele, is a design piece that reflects inspiration from nature, with an aesthetic that evokes the softness and elegance of flowers.
Inspiration
Flores is inspired by the organic qualities and quiet strength of nature. The piece interprets the idea of blooming through form and materiality. Like a flower emerging from the earth, its design begins with a solid base and unfolds into soft, welcoming curves.

The rounded volumes evoke the delicacy of petals, while the balanced relationship between structure and softness expresses a dialogue between firmness and lightness. The result is an object that conveys serenity, comfort, and a sense of timeless elegance.
Project Duration
The project began in 2023 and was published in 2024, in São Paulo, Brazil.
Operation Flow
The circular configuration supports a fluid and informal user experience. The continuous backrest allows different seating positions, functioning both as support and as a subtle enclosing element.

The integrated side table enhances interaction with the piece, providing a practical surface for personal objects, books, or beverages. This integration encourages longer stays and moments of pause, positioning the piece as a focal point for relaxation and gathering.
Team Members
João Demele
Mollde

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