Press Release
Compact Folio Set Furniture by Che-Chia Hsu Receives the A' Design Award in Furniture Design
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Che-Chia Hsu for furniture design
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category for Compact Folio Set Furniture by Che-Chia Hsu. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the A' Design Award
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Regarding Compact Folio Set Furniture
In recent years, due to the pressure of housing prices in Taiwan, more and more people have chosen to buy small houses. In response to the needs of small house residents, a furniture set with storage functions has been designed using folding and deformation techniques. This innovative product not only meets the practical needs of small house residents but also allows them to experience comfortable leisure time in a limited space. By maximizing functionality and comfort, this furniture set exemplifies how thoughtful design can transform small living spaces into cozy and efficient environments.
About Che-Chia Hsu
Che-Chia Hsu is currently a student. Although he is a slow learner, when he understands what the mission is, he tries his best to exceed expectations. He always thinks of others when anyone needs help. Overall, Che-Chia Hsu is a kind-hearted person who never gives up. His dedication to learning and helping others is evident in his actions. He constantly seeks ways to improve himself and contribute positively to those around him. Che-Chia Hsu's perseverance and empathy make him a valuable and cherished individual in any community.
Award Record
With this recognition, Che-Chia Hsu is a winner of 2 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted in the 2024 - 2025 edition of the A' Design Award & Competition.
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/172537
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/172537
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!172537
- Laureate Profile: https://desingers.org/d/366471
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Compact Folio Set Furniture
- Function
- Furniture
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Saddle Brown, Dark Gray, Maroon, Rosy Brown and Dark Khaki
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Che-Chia Hsu
- Country
- Taiwan (China)
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #172537
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- In response to the needs of small house residents, a furniture set with storage function is designed through folding and deformation techniques. The product not only meet the needs of small house residents but also allow these users to experience comfortable leisure time in a limited space.
- Inspiration
- I am fascinated by the calculation and processing precision required for this traditional craft of woodworking joints, and the final product that is presented. In recent years, due to the pressure of housing prices in Taiwan, more and more people have chosen to buy small houses. Based on this trend, I design wooden furniture that meets the needs of the residents of these small houses.
- Research
- In the beginning, I collected and studied numerous pieces of knowledge and ideas about the traditional technique of Chinese tenon joints through books. The next step to know better about the tenon joint was to learn how to perform this technique from a woodcraft master. After the training, I started to seek how I can utilize the technique to help others by surfing the internet.
- Challenge
- The biggest challenge is that I want to design a seat that is foldable and easy to manufacture. Initially, I tried using ropes to support the body weight. Later, I used the tension generated by a person sitting on the fabric to prevent the chair back from falling backward. At the same time, we tested using different materials as the connecting parts at the bends.
- Realization and Technology
- Lightweight pine wood panels are used as the main material, and the fabric is gray cotton and linen. The fabric is soft, comfortable and breathable, and the textile texture and color are suitable for combination with wood materials.
- Operation and Interaction
- Pull the chair out from the table, next expand the back and seat. Finally adjust the backrest angle through the velcro on the backrest.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in August 2024 in Taiwan and finished in january 2025 in Taiwan.
- Specifications
- 400 mm x 430 mm x 420 mm
- Keywords
- Authentic, Delicate, Precise, Light weight, Compact
