Baia Sofa Isofa by Ruya Akyol is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award in Ukudizayina Ifenisha Competition Category.
IsilivaIfenisha· 2025
Baia Sofa Isofa
by Ruya Akyol
Client: Ruya Akyol Studio
Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award Winner in Ifenisha Category
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About Baia Sofa Isofa
I-Baia iyisofa esemisebenzini eminingi egucisha kabusha ukuphila kwesimanje ngokuhlanganisa okuhambisana kahle ukuphumula nokukhiqiza. Isimo sayo esigobile ngobuciko sidala indawo yokuphumula ekugudlweni efana nombhede ukuze kunethezeke kakhulu, kanti isandla somhlana esimnyene sinikeza indawo yokuhlala eqotho ecwengekile. Idesiki yomuthi we-oak ehlanganisiwe ngokuthulile ebekwe ngemva kwesandla somhlana isebenza njenge hhovisi lasekhaya, ithebula leceleni, noma ishalofu yokuhlobisa. Imininingwane yomuthi we-oak yobuciko, ukuhlanganiswa kwe-zigzag, namagumbi okhuni ayindilinga kuthuthukisa umklamo, kanti ukwemboza kwe-Italian kwezinga eliphezulu kuqinisekisa ukubukeka okucwengekile nokunetkezeka okuhlala isikhathi eside.
The Recognition
About the Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award
Baia Sofa Isofa iwinile uMklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile ngokungajwayelekile okunikezwa imiklamo esezingeni eliphezulu, ebukekayo nethinta kakhulu. Abawinile beSiliva yimisebenzi egqamile kakhulu nedala kakhulu ebonisa ubungcweti obuphawulekayo, italente nobuhlakani babaklami babo. Baia Sofa Isofa ilindeleke ukuba ibe ngumsebenzi omuhle wesibonelo, onobungcweti obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha ezijulile. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award uyinto entsha ebonakala kakhulu nethakazelisayo esiza futhi isunduza imingcele yobuciko, isayensi, ukuklama nobuchwepheshe. Baia Sofa Isofa iyinto enomhawu omkhulu kuyo evusa izifiso, ilethe imizwa emihle futhi ivuse ukumangala nokuxakeka.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Baia redefines the modern sofa with a dual purpose design. Its curved backrest creates distinct zones: a spacious, lounge like corner and a narrow, upright seating area. The integrated oak desk serves as a home office, side table, or decorative shelf. The unique leg structure, with zigzag joinery and handmade rounded corners, adds sculptural elegance. Upholstered in premium fabric, Baia blends craftsmanship with contemporary living needs.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 2000 x Depth 1130 x Height 800 cm
- Tags
- sofa, furniture, comfortable, smart, multipurpose, versatile, cozy, seating furniture, luxury
- Production Technology
- The Baia sofa features an internal wooden frame constructed with precision joinery for structural integrity. Its distinctive oak desk and legs are crafted using traditional woodworking techniques, including hand finished rounded corners and zigzag joinery for enhanced artisanal detail. The visible leg structure is engineered for stability with minimal visual weight. Upholstery is done with high-density foam and premium fabric, ensuring durability, ergonomic comfort, and refined aesthetics.
- Design Challenge
- The biggest challenge was finding the perfect balance between elegance and multifunctionality. Designing a sofa that seamlessly serves as both a relaxing lounge and a discreet home office was complex. The desk needed to be almost invisible yet functional, without compromising comfort. This led to the idea of a flowing curve that integrates all these needs, creating a unified form where the desk blends naturally into the sofa’s silhouette, serving multiple purposes effortlessly.
- Research
- Today, our living spaces serve multiple purposes beyond hosting guests; they are places for work, reflection, relaxation, and socializing, both physically and digitally. As the centerpiece of the living room, the sofa must evolve to accommodate this shift while maintaining its role as an anchor for both comfort and style. Baia meets these modern demands with a versatile hybrid design, integrating seating and a multifunctional desk that transitions effortlessly between uses.
- Inspiration
- Baia is a furniture solution inspired by the evolving dynamics of modern life, where working from home has become part of our daily routine, and sofas serve as the centerpiece of living areas. As spaces shrink and multifunctionality becomes essential, Baia seamlessly combines a comfortable sofa with an integrated desk that functions not only as a workspace but also as a side table for moments of relaxation in the lounge like corner or as a decorative shelf in the living area. This thoughtful design underscores the balance of form and function that defines contemporary living, accommodating both productivity and comfort.
- Project Duration
- The project started in September 2024 and will be exhibited in Salone Satellite during Salone del Mobile. It is getting produced in İstanbul, and will be presented in Milan in April 2025.
- Operation Flow
- Baia is designed to adapt to different ways of living. You can lounge comfortably in the spacious, curved corner perfect for stretching out, sitting cross-legged, or cuddling. The narrower seating area is ideal for shorter, more upright interactions. The built-in oak desk behind the backrest serves as a home office, side table, or display shelf, effortlessly blending work and relaxation in one cohesive design.
- Team Members
- Ruya Akyol
- Image Credits
- Halit Besli
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