Cubee 組合式充氣傢俬 by Yu Ren is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 銀獎 in 傢俱設計 Competition Category.

銀傢俱· 2025

Cubee 組合式充氣傢俬

by Yu Ren

Client: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award 銀獎 Winner in 傢俱 Category

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The Design

About Cubee 組合式充氣傢俬

Cubee係一套為細單位同共享空間而設計嘅組合式充氣傢俬系統。每個模組用氣泵充氣,大約十秒就可以達到完整尺寸。模組可以單獨使用,亦可以用橡膠吸盤連接起嚟,組合成唔同嘅座位排列。內膽用回收塑膠製成,可拆式布套用拉鏈固定,並提供多種顏色同物料選擇。模組可以放氣壓平收納,從而降低運輸同儲存成本。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銀獎

Cubee 組合式充氣傢俬是 A' Design Award 銀獎得主，這是授予頂級、華美而令人印象深刻的設計的極為崇高的認可。銀獎得主是極其卓越、極具創造力的作品，展現出其設計師傑出的專業技能、才華與敏銳。預計Cubee 組合式充氣傢俬將成為一件出色的典範之作，兼具非凡的專業性與深刻的創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銀獎的設計是一項備受矚目、令人欽佩的發明，造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。Cubee 組合式充氣傢俬是一件令人羨慕的創作，它喚起渴望，帶來積極的情感，並激發驚嘆與讚嘆。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Cubee is a modular inflatable furniture system that overcomes the form and function limitations of traditional furniture, offering flexible, convenient, and eco-friendly solutions. Each module can be freely assembled with suction cups. The inner liner is made from recycled plastic, and the removable cloth cover comes in various colors and materials. The inflatable design enables quick setup and disassembly, while flat packaging reduces transportation and storage costs.
Dimensions & Packaging: Cube: width 500 mm x depth 500 mm x height 500 mm
Cuboid: width 1000 mm x depth 600 mm x height 350 mm
This size is after inflating, it can be packed flat when not inflated.
Tags: Inflatable, Modular, Environmental friendly, Recycled materials, DIY combination, Multifunctional
Production Technology: Cubee's production process focuses on sustainability, using transparent recycled plastic for the inflatable liner to minimize environmental impact. The durable, easy-to-clean cloth cover comes in various colors and materials. High-performance rubber suction cups ensure a secure connection between modules. The liner features rapid inflation technology, fully inflating in 10 seconds, making setup quick and simple. The removable cover, attached with a zipper, allows for easy cleaning or replacement.
Design Challenge: One of the main challenges in designing Cubee was ensuring structural stability while maintaining portability and ease of use. Inflatable products need to be durable and airtight over time, especially with frequent use and movement, making air leakage and deformation key concerns. The suction cups underwent extensive testing to guarantee a secure connection and a comfortable user experience. Precise adjustments to the material and shape of the suction cups were needed to balance firmness and flexibility. The hole design in the liner presented additional technical challenges, requiring both structural integrity and functional versatility. Lastly, balancing eco-friendly materials with cost control was crucial, as the design team aimed to keep production costs reasonable without compromising quality or sustainability.
Research: Cubee offers a flexible and innovative solution to the rising demand for space-saving, eco-friendly, and multifunctional furniture. The design team analyzed the market's pain points, particularly the lack of flexibility, sustainability, and portability in traditional furniture. By exploring inflatable technology and modular design, Cubee achieves diverse functionality while prioritizing convenience and environmental impact. The choice of materials and technology ensures both durability and comfort, all while reducing environmental strain.
Inspiration: Cubee's inspiration comes from the increasing tightness of living space and people's demand for multifunctional and flexible furniture. Cubee solves the pain point of inconvenient handling, installation and storage of furniture in small apartments and shared spaces. At the same time, it gives users a more environmentally friendly and convenient living experience. The inflatable design frees furniture from tedious installation and transportation, and can quickly change its use.
Project Duration: The project will start in Shenzhen in December 2023 and be completed in Shenzhen in August 2024.
Operation Flow: Cubee is easy to use. With a simple air pump, users can quickly set up the seat. Each module can be used alone or connected with suction cups to create various furniture configurations. The cloth covers are easily replaced with zippers to suit different occasions. When not in use, the modules can be deflated and stored flat for easy transport or storage. Users become both furniture users and designers, as Cubee transforms from a seating system into an interactive, flexible part of daily home life, adding fun and versatility.
Team Members: Designer: Yu Ren
Designer: Shibing Yang