Baia Sofa 梳化 by Ruya Akyol 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

Baia Sofa 梳化

by Ruya Akyol

Client: Ruya Akyol Studio

A' Design Award 銀獎 Winner in 傢俱 Category

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The Design

About Baia Sofa 梳化

Baia係一款多功能梳化，透過無縫融合休閒與工作，重新定義現代生活。其優雅嘅弧形設計營造出如床般舒適嘅角落躺臥區，適合長時間放鬆，而較窄嘅靠背則提供精緻挺直嘅坐姿區域。靠背後方巧妙融入嘅橡木書枱，可用作家居辦公桌、邊几或裝飾層架。手工橡木細節、鋸齒形榫接工藝同圓潤木角提升整體設計質感，配以優質意大利梳化布料，確保精緻美感同持久舒適。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銀獎

Baia Sofa 梳化是 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Baia Sofa 梳化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。Baia Sofa 梳化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: 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