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Monet Impressions Custom Cabinet

Monet Impressions

Monet Impressions is a custom cabinet system for kitchens and closets in modern homes. The design draws on the paintings of Monet and on Italian minimalism. Rounded shapes replace sharp corners, and handles with fluid lines follow the profile of the doors. A light green baking finish is paired with a powder coating of lively luster, which adds visual layering. The kitchen island is formed by two geometric blocks inspired by petals, supporting cooking and social use. The L shaped walk in closet uses arc shaped corner cabinets and zoned storage to improve space use.

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Baia Sofa

Baia

Baia is a multifunctional sofa that redefines modern living through a seamless integration of relaxation and productivity. Its elegantly curved form creates a bed like corner lounge for extended comfort, while a narrower backrest offers a refined, upright seating area. A discreet, integrated oak desk positioned behind the backrest functions as a home office, side table, or decorative shelf. Artisanal oak details, zigzag joinery, and rounded wooden corners enhance the design, while premium Italian upholstery ensures a refined aesthetic and lasting comfort.

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Peri Chair

Peri

Peri is a chair inspired by the Tupi Guarani culture and its close relationship with nature. The name comes from a Tupi Guarani word meaning field of reeds. The base is made of solid wood, while the seat and backrest are made of sisal, a natural and biodegradable fiber. Computer controlled machines shape the organic form of the wood, and the finishing is completed by hand. The chair measures 610 mm by 545 mm by 845 mm. The ergonomic shape supports comfortable use. Peri joins traditional craft techniques with sustainable production methods.

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Cornices New Chinese Furniture

Cornices

Cornices is a furniture collection inspired by the eaves of traditional Chinese architecture. The collection includes a seat, a flower stand, a palace lamp and a cabinet rack. Each piece is made of North American black walnut and joined with traditional mortise and tenon structures. The curved eaves form gives the furniture a three-dimensional and layered appearance. The joints are shaped by cutting, carving and polishing, and provide strength and durability. The collection brings traditional Chinese aesthetics into modern interiors.

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Leaf Side Table

Leaf

Leaf Side Table combines a support surface with integrated ambient lighting. The composition is organized around a hemispherical wooden base from which a slender metal stem rises to support a tray like top intended for everyday objects. Above the surface a metal leaf element shelters a touch activated light source that produces a diffused glow. The configuration references botanical structures where a stem supports a leaf that filters light. Through the integration of wood, metal and lighting, the design functions both as a side table and a light source within interior spaces.

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On Belay Lounge Chair

On Belay

On Belay is a lounge chair that reuses retired climbing ropes. Ropes that are no longer suitable for climbing keep their strength and flexibility, so they are woven into the seat and the backrest. The woven surface is soft and flexible, and it spreads weight evenly to give support without rigid parts. The frame is made of Kapur wood with lap and bridle joints reinforced by dual dowels at the corners. Traditional weaving methods are combined with climbing knots to bind the ropes to the frame. The chair measures 600 by 850 by 650 millimetres.

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Niemeyer II Armchair

Niemeyer II

Designed by Joana Santos Barbosa, the rounded forms of the Niemeyer II armchair are influenced by the modernist House of Canoas of Oscar Niemeyer. Having a refined design with architectural details, this armchair is minimal and yet a statement piece. The upholstery work is meticulous, with seams reduced to essential, in order to reproduce the backward movement of flat roof when seen from an aerial view. Upholstered in a special woven bouclé, this welcoming armchair receives people with a gentle embrace and feels the most comfortable place in the room.

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Zhuo He Free Combination Cabinet

Zhuo He

Zhuo He is a modular cabinet designed for compact homes. The cabinet is built from standardized units that can be arranged as a bookshelf, a storage cabinet, a side cabinet or a temporary workstation. Standardized interfaces and magnetic snap fit connectors allow assembly and disassembly without tools. The body is made from E0 grade particle board with moisture resistant treatment and a matte finish that preserves the natural wood grain. Wall mounting points on the back panel hold the cabinet in place and reduce the risk of tipping. Concealed power ports extend daily use.

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Point  Wall Mirror

Point

This wall mounted mirror is developed around a fixed hanging element that shapes both its structure and composition. Rather than concealing the mounting mechanism, the design leaves this element visible as part of the structure. The wooden frame is suspended from a wall mounted component and connected through a circular detail. This structural approach allows for straightforward installation while maintaining a clear relationship between form, structure, and function, where a necessary mounting element becomes part of the design.

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Orange-Link Children's Furniture

Orange-Link

Orange Link is a furniture series designed for children. The series combines solid ash wood with orange engineering plastic joints. The wooden parts are CNC cut and finished with wax oil, while the orange nodes are made by injection molding. The rounded plastic joints wrap the wooden connections, removing sharp edges and guiding touch. The interlocking joints also simplify assembly and support efficient production. Dimensions follow the reach and sight of children, aiding reading, crafting and organizing. The colour contrast joins natural warmth with industrial precision.

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Lagoon Concept Coffee Table

Lagoon Concept

Lagoon Concept is a coffee table inspired by the landscape of Guatape Lake in Colombia. The solid wood base features layered, asymmetrical forms that suggest the surrounding terrain. A curved glass top rests above the base, shaped to recall the movement of water. Open sections in the glass allow parts of the wood structure to rise through, resembling mountain peaks. The form was developed through visual research, sketching and three-dimensional modeling. Lagoon Concept turns a regional landscape into a usable surface.

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Dune Modular Compressed Sofa

Dune

Dune is a modular sofa designed for living spaces. The collection includes single-seater, single-seater with armrest and two-seater modules, each 100 cm deep and 75 cm high. Curved forms and warm gradient tones recall sand dunes. High-resilience memory foam and a lightweight, high-strength frame allow each module to be compressed for packing and to regain its full shape after unpacking. Compression lowers transport volume and cost. The modules can be joined to form different layouts. The gradient knit fabric is durable, wrinkle resistant and stretchy.

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