Triad Isihlalo by Mingbo Hou and Ruoyou Zhou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Ibhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award in Uyilo lweFanitshala Competition Category.
IsilivereIfanitshala· 2025
Triad Isihlalo
Client: Mingbo Hou and Ruoyou Zhou
Ibhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award Winner in Ifanitshala Category
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About Triad Isihlalo
I-Triad sisihlalo esiyilwe ngejiyomethri yonxantathu ukuze sibonelele ngozinzo ngelixa siphucula ukusetyenziswa kwendawo. Senziwe ngamacwecwe entsimbi agobileyo nadityanisiweyo, sinobume bomelele kunye nesihlalo esityhubeneyo kancinci ukuze kunike intuthuzelo. Uhlobo lwaso olulula luvumela ukuhanjiswa ngokulula, nto leyo eyensa sifaneleke kwiindawo ezahlukeneyo. Ngaphandle kwemfuneko yokuhlanganisa, i-Triad iyilelwe ukusetyenziswa emakhaya, ezikhafeleni, nakwiindawo zokuhlalisana. Uyilo lwaso lwejiyomethri luqinisekisa ukusetyenziswa ngokufanelekileyo kwezinto ngelixa lugcina indlela esebenzayo yokuhlala.
The Recognition
About the Ibhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award
Triad Isihlalo ngumphumeleli weIbhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award, ukuqatshelwa okuhlonitshwayo ngokungaqhelekanga okunikwa imiyilo yomgangatho ophezulu, entle nechukumisayo. Abaphumeleleyo beSilivere ziimveliso ezikhazimlayo kakhulu nezidala kakhulu ezibonisa ubungcali obuphawulekayo, italente nobukrelekrele babayili bazo. Triad Isihlalo iyathenjwa ukuba ibe ngumsebenzi omhle womzekelo, onobungcali obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha ezinzulu. Lo myilo uphumeleleyo weIbhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award yimveliso ebonakalayo kakhulu, ethandwayo enceda kwaye inyusa imida yobugcisa, inzululwazi, uyilo kunye nobuchwephesha. Triad Isihlalo yimveliso enomona omkhulu kuyo evusa iinqwenelo, izisa iimvakalelo ezintle kwaye ivuselela ukumangaliswa nokumangala.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Triad is a thoughtfully designed stool that addresses the challenges of compact living by offering a stable, space-efficient, and visually refined seating solution. Inspired by triangular geometry, it blends structural strength with aesthetic appeal. The precisely angled metal sheets enhance durability, while the gently contoured seat improves ergonomic comfort. Its seamless triangular form ensures both stability and elegance, making it an ideal addition to modern interiors.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Dimensions: W 350 mm × D 303 mm × H 450 mm
Material: Laser-cut steel
Weight: Approx. 2.5 kg
Assembly: Fully welded, no additional installation required - Tags
- Minimalist design, triangular geometry, metal furniture, modern interior, ergonomic, space-saving, durable, sustainable, CNC machining, laser cutting
- Production Technology
- Triad is manufactured using laser-cut metal sheets, CNC bending techniques, and TIG welding assembly. It is available in various finishes and colors to complement different interior styles.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenges of this project included optimizing structural strength while minimizing material usage and maintaining the visual and functional harmony of the triangular form. Precision in metal fabrication was also crucial, particularly in CNC bending and welding, to ensure consistent angles. Through multiple prototype iterations and structural testing, the final design achieved a refined, stable, and visually striking form.
- Research
- This project integrates user experience research with material engineering analysis. The goal was to develop a stool that balances stability, aesthetics, and sustainability. User interviews and ergonomic testing helped determine the optimal seat angle for comfort. The findings confirmed that the triangular geometry significantly enhances load-bearing capacity, while precision metal fabrication ensures long-term durability and efficient production feasibility.
- Inspiration
- Triad is crafted from bent and welded metal sheets, featuring clean lines and a focus on durability and eco-friendliness. Inspired by the geometric beauty of triangles, the design emphasizes stability and balance, while its minimalist form reflects the need for functional yet elegant solutions in modern living spaces.
- Project Duration
- The project began in October 2024 in Okinawa, was completed in December 2024.
- Operation Flow
- Triad is designed for direct use with no assembly required. Its triangular geometry ensures high stability, while its lightweight metal structure allows easy repositioning. The ergonomic seat provides comfortable seating, making it suitable for various settings, including homes, cafés, and public spaces.
- Team Members
- Ruoyou Zhou
- Image Credits
- Creative direction and brief: Mingbo Hou & Ruoyou Zhou.
Photographer:Hiroto Nakamura , Ruoyou Zhou & Mingbo Hou.
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