Cubee Samani ya Moduli Inayojazwa Hewa by Yu Ren is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Samani Competition Category.
FedhaSamani· 2025
Cubee Samani ya Moduli Inayojazwa Hewa
by Yu Ren
Client: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd.
Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award Winner in Samani Category
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The Design
About Cubee Samani ya Moduli Inayojazwa Hewa
Cubee ni mfumo wa samani za moduli zinazojazwa hewa ulioundwa kwa ajili ya vyumba vidogo na maeneo ya pamoja. Kila moduli hujazwa kwa pampu ya hewa na kufikia ukubwa kamili kwa takriban sekunde kumi. Moduli zinaweza kutumika peke yake au kuunganishwa kwa vishikizo vya mpira vya kufyonza ili kuunda mipangilio mbalimbali ya viti. Sehemu ya ndani imetengenezwa kwa plastiki iliyorejeleshwa, na kifuniko cha kitambaa kinachoweza kuondolewa kimeunganishwa kwa zipu na kinapatikana katika rangi na vifaa mbalimbali. Moduli zinaweza kuondolewa hewa na kukunjwa bapa, jambo linalopunguza gharama za usafirishaji na uhifadhi.
The Recognition
About the Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award
Cubee Samani ya Moduli Inayojazwa Hewa ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima kubwa ya ajabu unaotolewa kwa miundo ya hali ya juu kabisa, ya kupendeza na ya kuvutia. Washindi wa Fedha ni kazi zinazong'aa mno na bunifu kupita kiasi zinazoonyesha utaalamu bora, kipaji na busara ya wabunifu wao. Cubee Samani ya Moduli Inayojazwa Hewa inatarajiwa kuwa kazi nzuri ya kuigwa ambayo ni ya kitaalamu kwa kiasi kikubwa na yenye ubunifu wa kina. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award ni uvumbuzi unaojulikana sana na kupendwa, unaonufaisha na kupanua mipaka ya sanaa, sayansi, usanifu na teknolojia. Cubee Samani ya Moduli Inayojazwa Hewa ni kazi inayotamaniwa mno inayochochea hamu, huleta hisia chanya na huzua mshangao na mastaajabu.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Cubee is a modular inflatable furniture system that overcomes the form and function limitations of traditional furniture, offering flexible, convenient, and eco-friendly solutions. Each module can be freely assembled with suction cups. The inner liner is made from recycled plastic, and the removable cloth cover comes in various colors and materials. The inflatable design enables quick setup and disassembly, while flat packaging reduces transportation and storage costs.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Cube: width 500 mm x depth 500 mm x height 500 mm
Cuboid: width 1000 mm x depth 600 mm x height 350 mm
This size is after inflating, it can be packed flat when not inflated. - Tags
- Inflatable, Modular, Environmental friendly, Recycled materials, DIY combination, Multifunctional
- Production Technology
- Cubee's production process focuses on sustainability, using transparent recycled plastic for the inflatable liner to minimize environmental impact. The durable, easy-to-clean cloth cover comes in various colors and materials. High-performance rubber suction cups ensure a secure connection between modules. The liner features rapid inflation technology, fully inflating in 10 seconds, making setup quick and simple. The removable cover, attached with a zipper, allows for easy cleaning or replacement.
- Design Challenge
- One of the main challenges in designing Cubee was ensuring structural stability while maintaining portability and ease of use. Inflatable products need to be durable and airtight over time, especially with frequent use and movement, making air leakage and deformation key concerns. The suction cups underwent extensive testing to guarantee a secure connection and a comfortable user experience. Precise adjustments to the material and shape of the suction cups were needed to balance firmness and flexibility. The hole design in the liner presented additional technical challenges, requiring both structural integrity and functional versatility. Lastly, balancing eco-friendly materials with cost control was crucial, as the design team aimed to keep production costs reasonable without compromising quality or sustainability.
- Research
- Cubee offers a flexible and innovative solution to the rising demand for space-saving, eco-friendly, and multifunctional furniture. The design team analyzed the market's pain points, particularly the lack of flexibility, sustainability, and portability in traditional furniture. By exploring inflatable technology and modular design, Cubee achieves diverse functionality while prioritizing convenience and environmental impact. The choice of materials and technology ensures both durability and comfort, all while reducing environmental strain.
- Inspiration
- Cubee's inspiration comes from the increasing tightness of living space and people's demand for multifunctional and flexible furniture. Cubee solves the pain point of inconvenient handling, installation and storage of furniture in small apartments and shared spaces. At the same time, it gives users a more environmentally friendly and convenient living experience. The inflatable design frees furniture from tedious installation and transportation, and can quickly change its use.
- Project Duration
- The project will start in Shenzhen in December 2023 and be completed in Shenzhen in August 2024.
- Operation Flow
- Cubee is easy to use. With a simple air pump, users can quickly set up the seat. Each module can be used alone or connected with suction cups to create various furniture configurations. The cloth covers are easily replaced with zippers to suit different occasions. When not in use, the modules can be deflated and stored flat for easy transport or storage. Users become both furniture users and designers, as Cubee transforms from a seating system into an interactive, flexible part of daily home life, adding fun and versatility.
- Team Members
- Designer: Yu Ren
Designer: Shibing Yang
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