Guama 休閒椅 by Rafael Oliva is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 傢俱設計 Competition Category.

鐵傢俱· 2026

Guama 休閒椅

by Rafael Oliva

Client: Labmobili

A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 傢俱 Category

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The Design

About Guama 休閒椅

呢個系列透過極簡、當代、普世而又毫無疑問充滿巴西風情嘅設計，喚起一種現代王座嘅感覺。佢嗰份寧靜嘅幾何美學將形態提煉至本質，令實木嘅溫暖同存在感得以主導全局。採用以負責任方式採購嘅木材製作，佢喺工業精準度同細膩手工之間取得平衡，傳承同物料於此交匯融合。每一條線條同每一處紋理都向物料致敬，呈現一種觸感體驗，將祖先嘅靈魂同現代極簡主義連繫起嚟。呢個系列頌讚大自然嘅原始力量同人類創意嘅匠心觸感。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 鐵獎

Guama 休閒椅是 A' Design Award 鐵獎得主，這是授予滿足人們對設計精良的創作所期待的專業與工業要求的優良設計的聲望認可。鐵獎得主展現出其創作者的高超技藝、高度專業化、專家級的理解力和創造能力。預計Guama 休閒椅將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的創作，既實用又創新。這件贏得 A' Design Award 鐵獎的設計整合了行業最佳實踐，並擁有與專業知識和才華相結合的稱職技術特性。Guama 休閒椅因其嚴謹而受到尊重，旨在提供有助於讓世界變得更美好的生活品質改善。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Guama Lounge Chair captures the strength and essence of wood in a minimalist, elegant, and timeless design.

Inspired by the natural wealth of Para, each piece is carved from sustainably managed solid wood by VEDAC, paying tribute to the harmonious connection between humans and the forest.

The purity of the lines and artisanal craftsmanship reveal not only the beauty of the material but also the skill of the local artisans.
Dimensions & Packaging: Hieght: 100cm
Width: 75cm
Depth: 78cm
Tags: armchair, lounge chair, brazil, pará, amazon, amazônia, sustainable wood
Production Technology: The Guama collection is produced in Para by VEDAC, using sustainably managed Amazonian wood. Combining advanced CNC technology with precise manual finishing, it demonstrates that the region unites innovation and craftsmanship. Each piece reflects technological excellence, respect for nature, and the refinement of contemporary Brazilian design.
Design Challenge: The hardest part was balancing Amazonian identity with industrial viability. We faced the challenge of translating ancestral woodworking into a scalable production logic. Overcoming logistical hurdles required innovating in joinery and modularity. Internally, we had to respect traditional aesthetics while meeting rigid durability standards. This synthesis turned regional soul into a competitive, high-quality industrial product.
Research: We conducted exploratory research to bridge Amazonian craftsmanship with industrial scale. Using ethnographic tools and interviews with local artisans, we studied traditional woodworking. Results showed a gap between raw manual skill and market durability. Insights led to a modular assembly system that preserves aesthetic soul while optimizing logistics. This impacts the industry by proving sustainable regional design can be globally competitive, boosting local economies and design ethics.
Inspiration: The Guama Lounge Chair was inspired by the Amazonian landscapes of Para, where wood embodies both strength and serenity. The project seeks to express this essence through minimalist geometry and precise craftsmanship. Developed from research into local woodworking traditions and sustainable practices, it translates nature's raw vitality into refined, timeless design.
Project Duration: I designed the collection in January 2025 in Sao Paulo at LABMOBILI and it was manufactured in Sao Miguel do Guama by VEDAC in early February 2025. It was exhibited in the Fuori Salone in Milan in April 2025.
Operation Flow: The Guama Lounge Chair was designed for intuitive interaction and visual lightness. Each piece invites touch through its softened edges and balanced proportions. The solid wood structure ensures strength and durability, while its minimalist design enhances versatility in different spaces. The precise joinery and smooth finish elevate comfort, tactility, and timeless performance.
Image Credits: Image #1: VEDAC. Image #2: VEDAC. Image #3: VEDAC. Image #4: VEDAC. Image #5: VEDAC.