Flores 貴妃榻 by Joao Demele is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 傢俱設計 Competition Category.

銅傢俱· 2026

Flores 貴妃榻

by Joao Demele

Client: Karams

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 傢俱 Category

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The Design

About Flores 貴妃榻

Flores係一款專為悠閒坐臥同休息而設計嘅貴妃榻。整件作品採用圓形造型，弧形靠背連綿環繞座位，營造出一種被包圍嘅安穩感。主體安放喺低調嘅底座之上以確保穩固，同時配有一體式邊几，可以擺放書本、飲品或者個人物品。堅固嘅內部結構結合高密度海綿同柔軟嘅布藝面料，車工精細，緊貼曲線走勢。邊几採用天然木材製造，配以纖巧嘅金屬支架。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Flores 貴妃榻是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Flores 貴妃榻將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Flores 貴妃榻出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The piece features a generous circular geometry that encourages relaxed use. A curved backrest wraps continuously around the seat, creating a sense of enclosure and visual comfort.

The main volume rests on a discreet base for stability, while an integrated side table adds function without compromising formal clarity.

Soft, uniform upholstery enhances the tactile quality and highlights the precise stitching that follows the natural curves of the design.
Dimensions & Packaging: Finishes: Tissue and Wood

Measures:
Width - 144.0cm
Height - 77.0cm
Depth - 144.0cm
Tags: Daybed, Flora, Conforming, Nature, Design, Modern
Production Technology: The piece combines a robust internal structure with high-density foam, carefully shaped to preserve its curves and ergonomic comfort.

The upholstery is precisely applied to ensure visual continuity and a refined finish, following the organic lines of the design. The natural wood side table, supported by a discreet metal structure, provides strength while maintaining visual lightness.

The production process brings together craftsmanship and contemporary upholstery and woodworking techniques.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was balancing generous volumes with visual lightness. The continuous curves required careful attention to proportion, ergonomics, and upholstery tension to maintain refinement.

Integrating the side table seamlessly into the structure was also essential to preserve the fluidity of the design. The result is a piece that unites stability, softness, and functionality in a cohesive form.
Research: The Flores Daybed, designed by João Demele, is a design piece that reflects inspiration from nature, with an aesthetic that evokes the softness and elegance of flowers.
Inspiration: Flores is inspired by the organic qualities and quiet strength of nature. The piece interprets the idea of blooming through form and materiality. Like a flower emerging from the earth, its design begins with a solid base and unfolds into soft, welcoming curves.

The rounded volumes evoke the delicacy of petals, while the balanced relationship between structure and softness expresses a dialogue between firmness and lightness. The result is an object that conveys serenity, comfort, and a sense of timeless elegance.
Project Duration: The project began in 2023 and was published in 2024, in São Paulo, Brazil.
Operation Flow: The circular configuration supports a fluid and informal user experience. The continuous backrest allows different seating positions, functioning both as support and as a subtle enclosing element.

The integrated side table enhances interaction with the piece, providing a practical surface for personal objects, books, or beverages. This integration encourages longer stays and moments of pause, positioning the piece as a focal point for relaxation and gathering.
Team Members: João Demele
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