Macaron Nido Primary Function: Umbhede Wezingane I-Macaron Nido Co by Dina Dymova

Macaron Nido Primary Function: Umbhede Wezingane I-Macaron Nido Co by Dina Dymova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award in Imikhiqizo Yezinsana Competition Category.

InsimbiImikhiqizo Yezinsana· 2026

Macaron Nido Primary Function: Umbhede Wezingane I-Macaron Nido Co

by Dina Dymova

Client: Dreamstudio

Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award Winner in Imikhiqizo Yezinsana Category

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The Design

About Macaron Nido Primary Function: Umbhede Wezingane I-Macaron Nido Co

Book Text: I-Macaron Nido yiqoqo lefenisha yokuzwa eyaklanywa ngumakhi wezakhiwo uDina Dymova, ehlanganisa i-ergonomics yemizwa nokunemba kokwakha izakhiwo. Igqugquzelwe yizinhlobo zamakhekhe aseFrance, isimo sayo esiyindilinga, esinama-bionic senza isidleke esivikelayo. Lo mklamo wenza kube lula ukudlulela ekamelweni lokulala elizimele ngokufaka ingane njengomakhi-kanye okhetha imibala nezindwangu. Inohlaka olusikwe nge-CNC kanye nesiqholo esithambile, isimo sinikeza indawo yokulala ephephile nefudumele yezingane.

The Recognition

About the Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award

Macaron Nido Primary Function: Umbhede Wezingane I-Macaron Nido Co iwinile uMklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile okunikezwa imiklamo emihle ehlangabezana nezidingo zobungcweti nezemboni ezilindelekile ezimpahleni ezihlelwe kahle. Abawinile beNsimbi babonisa ikhono elikhulu, ubungcweti obuphezulu, ukuqonda kochwepheshe namandla okudala abadali babo. Macaron Nido Primary Function: Umbhede Wezingane I-Macaron Nido Co ilindeleke ukuba ibe yinto exatshwa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo esebenzayo nenezinto ezintsha. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award uhlanganisa izindlela ezinhle kakhulu zemboni futhi unezimfanelo zobuchwepheshe ezifanelekile ezihlanganiswe nolwazi nethalente. Macaron Nido Primary Function: Umbhede Wezingane I-Macaron Nido Co iyahlonishwa ngenxa yokucophelela kwayo futhi ihlelelwe ukulethela izinguquko zomgangatho wempilo ezisiza ukwenza umhlaba ube yindawo engcono.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Macaron acts as a psychological bridge, easing the difficult transition from co-sleeping to an independent bedroom. By involving the child as a "co-designer" who chooses colors, we build anticipation: the child loves the bed before it even arrives. This sense of ownership transforms a stressful move into an exciting game. Functionally, the bionic "huggable" shape reduces separation anxiety, creating a safe personal harbor where the child feels significant and secure.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions: 1300 x 2300 x 700 mm. Mattress: 900 x 1900 mm. Materials: CNC-milled Birch Plywood, High-Resilience (HR) Foam. Upholstery: Customizable (Micro-velour, Boucle). Features: Removable safety rail, modular assembly.
Tags: Kids Bed, Emotional Design, Children Furniture, Interactive Design, Bionic Shape, Upholstered Bed, Child Safety, Montessori Bedroom, Macaron, Luxury Nursery, Sensory Furniture, Soft Architecture, Playful Luxury, Customizable Bed, Ergonomic Sleeping, Tactile Experience, Sculptural Form, Safe Cocoon, Modern Kids Room
Production Technology: The core is crafted from durable birch plywood. The process began with the author's precise scale drawings, directly translated into a CNC optimized frame. The project's unique character relies on specialized sewing techniques. Specific tailoring solutions were rigorously refined during the manufacturing process to successfully replicate the authentic, soft "cream" aesthetic using High-Resilience (HR) foam.
Design Challenge: Research focused on emotional bonding and anxiety reduction. Methodology involved analyzing co-creation mechanics in furniture. Results showed that joint decision-making (choosing colors) significantly strengthens the parent-child connection, while round shapes lower visual stress. Insights suggest that this shared creativity forms lasting positive memories for adulthood. The impact is a design that serves as a relational anchor, blending psychological safety with family unity
Research: Research targeted sleep ergonomics and separation anxiety. Methodology combined Montessori principles with bionic form analysis. Observations of toddlers revealed that standard flat beds cause pillow slippage and insecurity. Results: The "Nido" shape physically retains bedding and reduces visual stress. Insights show that involving the child as a co-designer builds anticipation. Impact: The bed functions as an emotional anchor, transforming a stressful transition into a secure experience
Inspiration: The concept was born from maternal observation. I noticed my daughter's pillow and blanket constantly slid off her flat bed, interrupting her sleep. I decided to "wrap" the sides to physically contain the bedding. This functional need merged with the aesthetic of a macaron - round and safe. The design solves a real ergonomic problem while serving as a metaphor for a parent's protective hug, keeping the child warm and covered all night.
Project Duration: The project development began in June 2025 in Almaty and was completed in July 2025 in Almaty. Kazakhstan
Operation Flow: Interaction begins with a shared creative game: the child and parent select colors for the "cookie" and "filling" together. This collaborative process strengthens the family bond and gives the child a sense of ownership. Functionally, the bed operates as a safe cocoon; its soft, bionic bumpers eliminate injury risks common with sharp corners. The tactile, sensory-rich textiles provide a calming effect, ensuring better sleep and reducing nighttime anxiety.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #2: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #3: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #4: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025. Image #5: Photographer Ruslan Tagiyev, Macaron Kids Bed, 2025.