Ariu Àga Apá by Research and Development Design Italia Srl is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award in Àpẹẹrẹ Ohun-èlò Ilé Competition Category.
FàdákàOhun-èlò Ilé· 2024
Ariu Àga Apá
by Research and Development Design Italia Srl
Client: Rdd Italia
Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award Winner in Ohun-èlò Ilé Category
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About Ariu Àga Apá
Ariu jẹ́ àga apá kan tí ó dapọ̀ àpèrè ayé-àyìká mọ́ àǹfààní ìyípadà, tí ó ń ṣe iyipada ọ̀gbìn tó lè dúró pẹ́ pẹ̀lú ìṣètò rẹ̀ tí a lè tú ká láìnira, tí ó ń ṣe ìgbélarugẹ dídín ìdọ̀tí kù àti àtúnlò. Ipilẹ̀ rẹ̀, àga ìsàlẹ̀ ẹsẹ̀ kan, ló ń so àwọn bọ́ọ̀lù náà pọ̀ pẹ̀lú àwọn bándù amúfa, tí ó ń dapọ̀ ọ̀nà àti iṣẹ́. Àpèrè apá-apá yìí gba àǹfààní lílò bíi bọ́ọ̀lù ìdárayá, tí ó ń pèsè fún ìbéèrè fún ọ̀gbìn aláṣẹ́-púpọ̀. Ariu farawé sí àwọn ìnilò àpèrè inú ilé òde òní nípa pípèsè àwọn ojútùú tó dára fún àyè tí ó sì ní iṣẹ́ púpọ̀, tí ó ń ṣe ìwúrí fún ìlò tó lè dúró pẹ́. Ìtàkurọ̀sí lè dín ipa lórí ayé-àyìká kù, kí ó sì túmọ̀ ìgbésí ayé tó lè dúró pẹ́ padà!
The Recognition
About the Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award
Ariu Àga Apá jẹ́ olùborí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award, ìdánimọ̀ onípọ̀nlé lọ́nà àrà ọ̀tọ̀ tí a fún àwọn àwòṣe ìpele gíga jùlọ tó dára tó sì ń kan ọkàn. Àwọn olùborí Fàdákà jẹ́ àwọn iṣẹ́ tó ń tàn yòò gidigidi tó sì ní ìṣẹ̀dá púpọ̀ tí wọ́n ń ṣàfihàn ìmọ̀ ìjìnlẹ̀, ẹ̀bùn àti ìmọ̀ràn àwọn olùṣàwòṣe wọn. A retí pé Ariu Àga Apá yóò jẹ́ iṣẹ́ àgbàyanu, àpẹẹrẹ rere, ti ọ̀jáfáfá lọ́nà tó ṣe pàtàkì tó sì ní ìmúṣẹ̀dá tuntun jinlẹ̀. Àwòṣe tó borí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Fàdákà A' Design Award yìí jẹ́ ohun ìmúṣẹ̀dá tó hàn gbangba gidigidi tí a mọrírì tó ń ṣe anfàní tó sì ń tì ààlà iṣẹ́ ọnà, sáyẹ́ǹsì, àwòṣe àti ìmọ̀-ẹ̀rọ síwájú. Ariu Àga Apá jẹ́ ẹ̀dá tí ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ń ṣe ìlara, tó ń jí ìfẹ́ inú, tó ń mú ìmọ̀lára rere wá tó sì ń jí ìyàlẹ́nu àti ìyanu.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Ariu embodies the principles of ecodesign and adaptability. Its disassemblable structure simplifies disposal, with the central ottoman serving as the primary structural component that connects air chamber elements through tensioning bands. Going beyond its role as a simple armchair, Ariu enables modules to function independently as exercise balls or individual poufs. Weighing a mere 12kg strategically minimizes fuel impact during transport, contributing significantly to the reduction of reliance on fossil fuels.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 1300 x Height 750 x Depth 1100 mm
Modules: x1 Pouf, x4 Big spheres, x1 Medium sphere, x3 Small speheres. The covering is sourced from controlled yarns, where the use of harmful chemicals during the production phase is minimal or eliminated, and it can be replaced at any time thanks to a specific system of straps and air chambers. - Tags
- Ecodesign, Innovation, Versatility, Fitness, Confort
- Production Technology
- An internal tensioning system, starting from the central ottoman (the sole structure of the furniture), creates tension throughout the product. This results in controlled chaos, where air chambers are organized in such a way as to provide a well-defined range of movement, also enhancing the ergonomic characteristics of the furniture.
- Design Challenge
- The challenge presented a dual objective: first, to devise a functional and user-friendly system for the easy removal and precise repositioning of the spheres in Ariu, and second, to optimize the material realization process for the cover.
Our primary focus was on engineering a system that simplifies both the extraction and placement of the spheres. Simultaneously, significant attention was dedicated to perfecting the material realization of the cover. This involved exploring innovative construction methods and materials that not only align with the design's aesthetic but also enhance its overall functionality. - Research
- The inspiration behind Ariu's design is deeply rooted in the intricate structure of water atoms, specifically their spherical shapes. The research process involved an in-depth exploration of the scientific and symbolic aspects of water atoms. Understanding the molecular structure and significance of water in sustaining life formed the basis for Ariu's conceptual foundation. The cohesion among the spherical elements in Ariu goes beyond mere symbolism. It is grounded in a thoughtful rationalization that strategically brings together comfort, nature, and versatility. This integration aligns closely with the principles of ecodesign, emphasizing sustainability and harmony with the environment.By delving into both the scientific and regional aspects, Ariu seeks to offer a holistic solution that embodies both symbolism and functionality in a design that is ecologically mindful and contextually relevant.
- Inspiration
- Ariu draws inspiration from the spherical shapes of the atoms that make up water, as it encapsulates the intrinsic relationship between humans and natural resources, with a particular focus on the Puglia region which has been facing deep issues with water resources in recent decades.The cohesion among the spherical elements of Ariu is not merely symbolic, but it rationalizes the convergence of comfort, nature, and versatility in line with the principles of ecodesign.
- Project Duration
- The project started in 2021 and it was exhibited as prototype in Dubai Expo in 2021, in Salone del Mobile in 2022 and in Autentico Design in Puglia in New York in 2023.
- Operation Flow
- Ariu can be used as a armchair, but even for fitness purposes, since the structure is a composition done from spheres. It can be disassembled.
- Patents
- Copyright belong to RDD ITALIA
- Team Members
- CEO: "Vito D'Amato"
Designer: "Michelangelo Bove"
Project manager: "Corrado Massimo"
Innovation manager: "Cesaria Digregorio" - Image Credits
- Images and Video : Michelangelo Bove / Designer
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