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Tokyo Курсии бисёрвазифа by Joao Teixeira

Tokyo Курсии бисёрвазифа by Joao Teixeira is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Ҷоизаи тиллоии A' Design Award in Дизайни мебел Competition Category.


ТиллоМебел· 2026

Tokyo Курсии бисёрвазифа

by Joao Teixeira

Client: Oftwise

Ҷоизаи тиллоии A' Design Award Winner in Мебел Category

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The Design

About Tokyo Курсии бисёрвазифа

Tokyo курсии бисёрвазифаест, ки барои даромадгоҳи хонаҳо тарҳрезӣ шудааст. Tokyo ҷои нишастро бо ҷевони пойафзол муттаҳид мекунад, то пойафзол, халтаҳо ва ашёи ҳаррӯза дар фазои хурд нигоҳ дошта шаванд. Табақи болоии каҷшакл хатти болиштро пайравӣ карда, ашёи ҳаррӯзаро нигоҳ медорад. Курсӣ аз фанераи фишурдаи тӯси дорои сертификати FSC бо рӯкаши булути табиӣ сохта шуда, барои дақиқӣ бо дастгоҳи CNC коркард ва бо равғанҳои безарар пардоз карда шудааст. Болишт бо полиэстери такрорӣ коркардшуда рӯкаш карда шудааст. Tokyo дар шакли ҳамвор бастабандӣ шуда фиристода мешавад ва онро як нафар бо даҳ мурват васл карда метавонад.

The Recognition

About the Ҷоизаи тиллоии A' Design Award

Tokyo Курсии бисёрвазифа ғолиби Ҷоизаи тиллоии A' Design Award аст, ки эътирофи бениҳоят обрӯманд буда, ба тарҳҳои дараҷаи аввал, аҷоиб ва барҷаста дода мешавад. Ғолибони тилло офаридаҳои бағоят навоварона, дурандешона ва ҷилваноки дурахшонанд, ки нубуғ, хирад ва маҳорати тарроҳони худро инъикос мекунанд. Интизор меравад, ки Tokyo Курсии бисёрвазифа ихтирои хеле ситоишшуда, роҳбаладгузор ва ёдгорӣ бошад, ки арзиши бесобиқа меорад. Ин тарҳи ғолиби Ҷоизаи тиллоии A' Design Award лоиҳаи тамошобоб ва мӯҳтарам аст, ки хеле судманд аст ва ҳудуди санъат, илм, тарроҳӣ ва технологияро пеш мебарад. Tokyo Курсии бисёрвазифа эҳсосоти шадиди хоҳишро ба вуҷуд меорад, шӯру шавқро бедор мекунад, эҷодкориро рағбат мебахшад ва моро мафтун месозад.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
Tokyo’s most unique feature is the contrast between its visual lightness and functional versatility. The design pushes the boundaries of manufacturing, featuring curves engineered at the absolute radius limit. This precision creates a singular, flowing silhouette that is incredibly difficult for competitors to replicate. This sophisticated approach opens room for signature details such as its distinctive top tray.
Dimensions & Packaging
The assembled design has Width 945 mm x Depth 400 mm x Height 465 mm.
The design ships in a flat pack format to improve logistics and can be assembled by a single person in less than 5 minutes by laying out all plywood components and cushion on the floor to connect them by driving a total of 10 screws.
Tags
Multifunctional, Shoe Rack, Bench, Product Design, Furniture Design, Plywood Furniture
Production Technology
The design is manufactured from pressed FSC Birch Plywood with natural Oak veneer. After pressing, each component is CNC milled for precision. All wooden parts are finished with non-toxic oils. Chosen for its sturdiness, birch plywood ensures a long-lasting design that minimizes its eco-footprint. The cushion is upholstered in 100% recycled polyester, a high-performance and easy-to-clean fabric that ensures the bench remains inviting in high-traffic entryways.
Design Challenge
Beyond aesthetics, the hardest task was making a premium product truly affordable. This required simplifying the construction to keep it sturdy and long-lasting without driving up the price. Logistically, the project bridged manufacturers in Greece and Portugal. Coordinating these stages demanded rigorous precision and seamless remote communication to ensure the plywood and upholstery aligned perfectly. This process proved that cross-border collaboration can yield a refined, cost-effective result.
Research
Research involved a behavioral study of urban dwellings with the goal of solving storage challenges in shrinking, high-cost living spaces through multifunctionality. Utilizing observational analysis, the methodology employed user interviews and journey mapping to understand daily routines. The resulting impact maximized utility within small footprints, effectively addressing the economic shift toward compact housing while enhancing social well-being through organized, stress-free environments.
Inspiration
Rooted in human behavior, Tokyo is inspired by the Japanese custom of removing shoes before entering homes, a habit that has become a global standard, especially post pandemic. This piece crosses cultural tradition with modern home needs, reimagining a daily object through an updated lens to suit fast paced lifestyles. Visually influenced by Japanese Torii gates, the design is distinguished by a balanced asymmetry where each component seamlessly flows with aesthetic and functional purpose.
Project Duration
The project started in November 2023 in Viana do Castelo and finished in February 2025 in Viana do Castelo. It was exhibited in Funchal Biennial of Art and Design in Madeira in March 2025
Operation Flow
Tokyo offers an intuitive user experience through self explanatory functionality. Its thoughtful layout optimizes storage while providing the versatility for users to define their own use case scenarios. Whether organizing footwear, bags, or daily essentials, the design avoids prescriptive use. Instead, it adapts to the individual’s unique lifestyle and spatial needs, ensuring the product evolves with the user. The design nature motivate individuals for new and better habits.
Image Credits
Image #1: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #2: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #3: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #4: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #5: Designer João Teixeira, Tokyo, 2025
Video Credits: Designer João Teixeira, Tokyo, 2025

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