Fluf Nofoa Sofa by Joao Demele is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Apamemea in Mamanu Meafale Competition Category.

ApamemeaMeafale· 2026

Fluf Nofoa Sofa

by Joao Demele

Client: Karams

A' Design Award Apamemea Winner in Meafale Category

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The Design

About Fluf Nofoa Sofa

O le Fluf o se nofoa sofa ua mamanuina mo le malolo ma le filemu i aso uma. O le sofa e tetele ona vaega ma e faataamilo faanatura ona laina. O se faavae laupapa e lagolagoina ai le tino vaivai ua ufiufi i ie. O le faavae e faia i tipiga laupapa saʻo lelei ma sootaga ina ia mautu ma tumau le fausaga. O le nofoaga, le faalagolago tua ma aluga o lima e faatumuina i foams e eseese le mafiafia ina ia paleni le lagolago ma le vaivai. O se faalagolago tua faaitu e mafai ona fetuunai e mafai ai ona faaaoga i auala eseese, e pei o le faitau tusi, malolo poo le fesootai ma isi. O le sofa e 260 senitimita le lautele, 101 senitimita le loloto ma le 85 senitimita le maualuga.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Apamemea

O le A' Design Award Apamemea na manumalo ai Fluf Nofoa Sofa, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu ese e iloga i le fatufatuaʻi, le atamai ma le poto. O ē manumalo i le Apamemea o mea e iai le tomai atoa ma fatufatuaʻi mataʻina e faamaonia ai le poto masani tele, le mafaufau ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Fluf Nofoa Sofa e avea ma mea e vivii tele, ua pelepelea, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Apamemea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili i le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi ma e sili ona lelei i le mataituina o mea itiiti. Fluf Nofoa Sofa e faamalieina matagofie manaʻoga, pa i manaʻo, faalataina lagona ma faaosofia le fia iloa.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Fluf is a sofa with generous enveloping volumes. Its design expresses comfort even before touch. The wooden base lightly supports the soft upholstered body. The adjustable side backrest allows different modes of use enhancing ergonomics and user experience. More than a sofa Fluf is a piece sensitive to everyday life adaptable fluid and emotionally connected to those who inhabit it.
Dimensions & Packaging: Materials and Finishes Fabric and wood
Dimensions Width 260 cm - Depth 101 cm - Height 85 cm
Tags: Sofa, Fluf, Affection, Comfort, Design, Modern, Karams, Furniture, Brazilian Design, Ergonomic
Production Technology: The base of the Fluf Sofa is built with high precision woodworking using accurate cuts and joints to ensure structural stability and durability. The seat backrest and arm cushions are filled with foams of varying densities strategically selected to balance support and softness. The textile finish is applied with careful sewing and shaping techniques ensuring ergonomic comfort and a refined appearance.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was balancing the organic look of the design with the needs for comfort adjustability and sustainable materials. The goal was to create a sofa that fits daily life without losing lightness or stability. The adjustable backrest was designed to integrate discreetly into the form. Despite limitations in production and materials the project found creative solutions combining form function and care for everyday living.
Research: The research involved ergonomic analysis and sustainable material studies to develop a sofa that combines comfort and environmental responsibility. The goal was to create a versatile adjustable and welcoming design that adapts to different needs. The methodology combined 3D modeling and physical testing with prototypes. The result is a product that balances form and versatility and enhances wellbeing.
Inspiration: The Fluf Sofa is born from the desire to translate affection into form and matter. Inspired by the pursuit of emotional comfort, its design expresses warmth and softness. With voluminous cushions and organic lines, it evokes the feeling of an embrace, adapting to the body and daily life. Fluf translates rest as a gesture of care, connection, and presence.
Project Duration: Project started in 2024 and was published in 2025 in Sao Paulo.
Operation Flow: The Fluf Sofa offers an intuitive and versatile experience. Its adjustable side backrest allows personalized comfort for different moments such as reading resting or socializing. The enveloping cushions support immediate relaxation while the wide seat invites various postures. Interaction flows naturally adapting to daily rituals with comfort functionality and freedom.
Team Members: Joao Demele