Press Release
Tura Table by Mai Wahdan Receives the Golden A' Design Award in Furniture Design
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Mai Wahdan for furniture design
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Tura Table by Mai Wahdan, designed for Luxentti, has been granted the Golden A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Golden A' Design Award
The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Regarding Tura Table
The Tura Table draws inspiration from the pyramids, built from Tura stone, a symbol of resilience and history. This influence shaped its name and design, merging ancient and modern aesthetics. It features three stone-like bases, crafted from fiberglass to replicate stone's texture while reducing weight. A seamless glass surface, secured with silicone bonding, contrasts with the rugged texture below. The stones provide stability, while the glass adds lightness and functionality. This fusion of history and contemporary craftsmanship makes the Tura Table a timeless statement piece.
About Mai Wahdan
Mai Wahdan is the founder and Interior Design Director of Luxentti Design House, a multidisciplinary studio working across architecture, interiors, landscaping, and collectible furniture. Her work explores the dialogue between natural materials, spatial experience, and cultural identity, often shaped by a biophilic approach that reconnects people with their environment. Across residential, commercial, and product design, she leads projects defined by material depth, atmospheric quality, and contextual sensitivity. Her practice moves beyond aesthetics, positioning design as a medium for emotion, human connection, and purposeful living.
Award Record
This recognition makes Mai Wahdan a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Furniture Design Award
The A' Furniture Design Award is an international furniture competition recognizing good furniture designs by best furniture designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to furniture designers, product designers, industrial design studios and furniture brands from all countries. Typical entries include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. The awarded furniture designs are published at https://desingers.org/design-category/furniture
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://desingers.org/171874
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/171874
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!171874
- Laureate Profile: https://desingers.org/d/363296
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Tura Table
- Function
- Table
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Light Gray, Dark Gray, Gainsboro, Rosy Brown and Silver
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Luxentti
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Mai Wahdan
- Country
- Egypt
- Recognition
- Golden A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #171874
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This table showcases three monumental stones inspired by ancient pyramid construction, merging historical significance with modern elegance. A seamless glass surface contrasts beautifully with the rugged stone texture. The stones ensure robust stability, while the glass adds optical lightness, creating a striking visual effect. Each stone is carefully selected for its durability and aesthetic appeal, reflecting a commitment to quality and innovation while honoring timeless craftsmanship.
- Inspiration
- This table draws inspiration from the strength and grandeur of the pyramids, built using Tura stone, a symbol of resilience and history. This connection influenced both its name and design concept. By merging ancient materials with modern elements, the table embodies a dialogue between past and present. Extensive research into limestone durability and glass technology guided material selection, ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic harmony.
- Research
- The design explores the balance between aesthetics and functionality, addressing the challenge of heavy stone tables by utilizing fiberglass. Extensive research focused on material innovation to replicate the texture and stability of stone while ensuring lightweight practicality. The result is a sleek, durable, and versatile table that enhances modern living spaces.
- Challenge
- The main challenge was replicating the texture and solidity of stone while reducing weight for better usability. Extensive material research led to using fiberglass, mimicking stone’s aesthetics while ensuring durability. The glass top is secured with silicone, providing a seamless, sturdy bond. This innovative approach enhances stability, functionality, and modern integration.
- Realization and Technology
- The table was crafted using fiberglass to replicate the texture and feel of stone while addressing weight challenges. This material ensures durability, stability, and easy maintenance. Precision molding techniques shaped the sturdy base, supporting the sleek glass top. The combination enhances functionality and aesthetics, making it a striking yet practical piece.
- Operation and Interaction
- The table seamlessly blends function and style, perfect for relaxed settings. Sturdy stone bases ensure stability, supporting a sleek glass top that’s easy to clean. Smooth edges enhance safety, making daily use comfortable. Ideal for gatherings, it invites conversation while offering space for drinks, books, or décor. A striking centerpiece, it elevates any space.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project commenced in May 2024 and the design was completed in August 2024. Currently, the table is being manufactured in Cairo, Egypt.
- Specifications
- The Tura Table measures 850 mm x 850 mm x 450 mm (W x D x H). It features a tempered glass top securely bonded with industrial-grade silicone, supported by three precisely cut fiberglass bases that replicate the texture of natural stone while reducing weight. The materials ensure stability, durability, and ease of maintenance. Designed for both functionality and aesthetics, the table blends historical inspiration with modern craftsmanship.
- Keywords
- Coffee table, modern furniture, fiberglass design, glass table, contemporary decor, lightweight table, elegant centerpiece, functional design, minimalist table, durable furniture
