Cosmic 沙發 by Gerardo Ríos is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2016 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 傢俱設計 Competition Category.

鐵傢俱· 2016

Cosmic 沙發

by Gerardo Ríos

Client: G. Rios Furniture & Design

A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 傢俱 Category

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The Design

About Cosmic 沙發

Cosmic係一張為客廳空間設計嘅沙發。呢張沙發提供三種尺寸,由闊1950毫米嘅雙人座,到闊2980毫米嘅四人座版本都有,深度統一為1040毫米,高度820毫米。整個結構全部用實心楊木製作,以榫接方式組裝,每個部件都經過複雜角度嘅切割處理。坐墊設計結合咗柔軟同紮實嘅高密度泡棉,兼顧舒適度同耐用性。座位、扶手同背部都經過傾斜角度處理,支撐使用者放鬆嘅坐姿。整體線條靈感源自1959年嘅瑪莎拉蒂Type 61 Birdcage賽車。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 鐵獎

Cosmic 沙發是 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Cosmic 沙發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。Cosmic 沙發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 presence of this piece dominates any room due to its shape and size, at the same time it is immensely comfortable and ergonomic. It mixes modern style with retro 60’s figures, creating a balance that allows this piece to be futuristic and luxury.
Dimensions & Packaging: Cuadruple Size: 2980 mm W x 1040mm D x 820mm H
Triple Size: 2450 mm W x 1040 mm D x 820mm H
Loveseat: 1950 mm W x 1040 mm D x 820 mm H
Tags: Sofa, cosmic, futuristic, luxury, seat, furniture, design, modern style
Production Technology: Built entirely in solid poplar wood and assembled with doweled butt joints. All parts have complex angle cuts because there is no single piece of full square cut on the entire structure. It has a building system that with adequate equipment becomes easy to mass-produce, providing excellent resistance. The cushioning system is a combination of soft and firm high density foam, providing a pleasant feeling and good durability.
Design Challenge: The design of the structure was the major challenge in this project since all the pieces are made with different angle, but are all fit together perfectly. This design and prototyping took several weeks to complete.
Research: Several years of studies about human behavior, posture and visual sensations led to the creation of these whimsical, organic and futuristic forms. Several prototypes were necessary to combine structural strength with the best possible use of the wood, and to make the piece lighter and more efficient in the use of materials and construction system.
Inspiration: The sophisticated lines were inspired on the Maserati Type 61 Birdcage from 1959. The soft lines and dynamic curves intend to communicate the sheer daring and idealistic modernism of the 60's.
Project Duration: The project took 12 weeks in its development, from the first sketch to the final prototype. Developed at our furniture research and prototypes facilities Mérida, Yucatán, México.
Operation Flow: For a relaxed position to read, talk or relax, it has tilt at the seat, elbows and back. The softness of the fabric selected along with a mix of densities and softness of foam provides both strength and comfort seating.
Team Members: Gerardo Ríos
Image Credits: Ricardo López