Virella Kazi Kuu: Samani by Ghazaleh Abbasian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Samani Competition Category.
ChumaSamani· 2026
Virella Kazi Kuu: Samani
Client: Ghazal
Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award Winner in Samani Category
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About Virella Kazi Kuu: Samani
Maandishi ya Kitabu: Muundo huu umechochewa na maumbile ya asili yanavyoingiliana na mazingira ya mijini na una muundo wa mbao uliosokotwa unaoonyesha mwendo na mabadiliko. Unajumuisha kijani kibichi, sehemu za kuketi, na mwangaza hafifu ili kuunda uhusiano uliosawazishwa kati ya urembo, utendaji kazi, na uendelevu. Muundo huu ni wa moduli na umebuniwa kwa kuzingatia ergonomia, ukisaidia faraja na mwingiliano wa kijamii. Vifaa vinajumuisha mbao imara, viunga vya chuma, na taa za LED zilizojumuishwa za mazingira, vinavyochangia ubadilikaji wake na uwepo wake ndani ya muktadha mbalimbali wa mijini.
The Recognition
About the Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award
Virella Kazi Kuu: Samani ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima unaotolewa kwa miundo mizuri inayokidhi mahitaji ya kitaalamu na ya kiviwanda yanayotarajiwa kutoka kwa kazi zilizobuniwa vizuri. Washindi wa Chuma huonyesha ustadi mkubwa, utaalamu wa hali ya juu, uelewa wa kitaalamu na uwezo wa kibunifu wa waumbaji wao. Virella Kazi Kuu: Samani inatarajiwa kuwa kazi inayothaminiwa sana, kupendwa na kuenziwa, ambayo ni ya vitendo na bunifu. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award unajumuisha mbinu bora za tasnia na una sifa za kiufundi zenye uwezo zilizounganishwa na ujuzi na kipaji. Virella Kazi Kuu: Samani inaheshimiwa kwa uangalifu wake na imebuniwa kutoa maboresho ya ubora wa maisha yanayosaidia kuufanya ulimwengu kuwa mahali bora zaidi.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This design stands out through its sculptural wooden form that seamlessly integrates seating, greenery, and lighting. The twisted geometry enhances ergonomic comfort while maintaining visual dynamism. Its modular structure allows flexible placement in various urban contexts, promoting both social interaction and ecological awareness.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Height = 30 cm, Diameter = 30 cm
- Tags
- Furniture, Sustainable, Bench, Public space.
- Production Technology
- The product is composed of wooden planks in varying lengths, a linear LED light, and metal supports that ensure the bench remains level.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge is creating a piece that can be used for seating in public spaces while being both environmentally friendly and made from natural materials . At the same time, it must respect personal boundaries, bringing people together in a way that allows them to feel comfortable and at ease.
- Research
- This qualitative research explores how urban furniture design shapes user behavior and social interaction. Using observations, interviews, and ergonomic analysis, it found that thoughtful design guides behavior, respects boundaries, and fosters social harmony. The study highlights integrating ergonomics, psychology, and aesthetics to create inclusive, user-centered urban spaces.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the continuity of natural forms and their interaction with the urban environment. The gradual twist of the wooden structure evokes a sense of movement, flexibility, and transformation. Integrating greenery within the form symbolized the return of natural life to urban spaces, where contemporary design, functionality, and environmental sustainability find a balanced harmony.
- Project Duration
- Two months - Melbourne, Australia
- Operation Flow
- The overall design of this product is composed of wooden planks arranged side by side, forming a twisted parametric shape. In the upper surface and central section of the bench, some of these planks are removed to create space for planting flowers and greenery. A linear LED light is integrated beneath the bench, following its curved form to illuminate the surrounding area in harmony with the design.
- Team Members
- Ghazaleh Abbasian
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