Incline Umsebenzi Oyinhloko: Izihlalo Ezakhekayo by Alena Bulataya is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award in Ukudizayina Ifenisha Competition Category.
IsilivaIfenisha· 2026
Incline Umsebenzi Oyinhloko: Izihlalo Ezakhekayo
Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award Winner in Ifenisha Category
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About Incline Umsebenzi Oyinhloko: Izihlalo Ezakhekayo
Iqoqo le-Incline Soft lihlanganisa ukucaca kwezakhiwo nokunethezeka okumemayo. Lichazwa ngezindiza ezitshekile nejiyomethri ezolile, uhlelo luhlinzeka ngamasofa, ama-chaise, kanye namamojula okuphumula angahlelwa kabusha ukuze asetshenziswe ezindaweni zokuhlala noma zokungenisa izivakashi. Umqondo walo wokwakheka uvumela izinhlelo ezifingqiwe noma ezibanzi, kanti ubungcweti obucwengekile buqinisekisa ukuqina. Iziphetho ezithambile zilinganisela ukunemba kwesakhiwo, kudale isitatimende sedizayini esingapheli esigqugquzelwe yizindawo zogwadule zaseDubai, lapho iqoqo laqala khona ukubonwa.
The Recognition
About the Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award
Incline Umsebenzi Oyinhloko: Izihlalo Ezakhekayo 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. Incline Umsebenzi Oyinhloko: Izihlalo Ezakhekayo 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. Incline Umsebenzi Oyinhloko: Izihlalo Ezakhekayo 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
- Users compose seating layouts by joining modules with concealed quick-lock connectors; no tools are required. Pieces can be reconfigured in minutes—from a compact sofa to a lounge island or chaise-led arrangement. Removable covers simplify cleaning and replacement. Standard floor glides protect surfaces and allow easy moves.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Seat modules: 530, 630, 730, 830, 1260, 1590, 1980 mm wide; depth 830 mm; height 420 mm + 35 mm base. Back modules: 950–1600 mm wide; height 700 mm; incline 6–8 deg. Compositions: 2-seat 2206 mm, 3-seat 3085 mm, chaise 1980 mm, corner 2726 mm. Fire-safe foams and fabrics available. Modules ship flat in recyclable cartons.
- Tags
- modular seating, sofa design, lounge chair, chaise, furniture design, interior design, hospitality furniture, residential furniture, contemporary furniture, sustainable design
- Production Technology
- Frames are built from kiln-dried hardwood and engineered plywood with internal steel brackets for rigidity. High-resilience polyurethane foam forms the ergonomic profile. Upholstery options include performance fabrics, wool blends, and leather; covers are zippered and replaceable. Powder-coated metal bases and connectors ensure durability. Packaging is flat and recyclable to reduce transport volume.
- Design Challenge
- The hardest challenge was creating a slim, elegant profile while ensuring strength and precision joints. Foam or wood frames looked bulky or weak. The solution was an internal steel frame and CNC-cut templates for accuracy. This achieved smooth continuous curves, gap-free connections, and long-term durability.
- Research
- Research focused on modular ergonomics, upholstery durability, and sustainable use. We tested seat-back angles, studied reconfiguration in homes and hotels, and evaluated removable cover systems. Results showed a 6–8 deg incline gives optimal comfort, while replaceable parts extend lifespan and reduce waste.
- Inspiration
- Incline was inspired by architectural geometry and inclined planes, creating a balance of clarity and comfort. The collection was conceived in Dubai, where the desert dunes inspired the soft gradients and warm tones of its palette. The design brings structural precision and timeless calm to both residential and hospitality spaces.
- Project Duration
- Concept in 2023; design development and prototyping in 2024–2025. Work designed in Dubai, UAE and manufactured in Minsk, Belarus.
- Operation Flow
- The modules connect with hidden quick-lock brackets, allowing users to reconfigure layouts without tools. A sofa can transform into a lounge island, a chaise, or individual chairs within minutes. Removable covers make cleaning and replacement simple. The design improves daily use by combining flexibility, comfort, and long-term durability in one system.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to Alena Bulataya, 2025.
3D Visualizations © Alena Bulataya Design Buro, 2025.
Manufacturing Partner: VINCENTE Furniture, 2025. - Image Credits
- Design: Alena Bulataya – Designer
3D Visualization: Alena Bulataya Design Buro
Manufacturer: VINCENTE Furniture
Video: Alena Bulataya Design Buro
Photos: VINCENTE Furniture
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