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Chanel Furniture Collection by Shanghai Vario Furniture Co., Ltd Receives the Bronze A' Design Award in Limited Edition and Custom Design

The international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Shanghai Vario Furniture Co., Ltd for limited edition and custom design

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COMO, Italy, April 30, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Bronze A' Design Award in the Limited Edition and Custom Design category for Chanel Furniture Collection by Shanghai Vario Furniture Co., Ltd. The award was conferred within the 2025 - 2026 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 evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.

The Bronze A' Design Award Explained

The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Regarding Chanel Furniture Collection

Chanel is a furniture collection created as a complete home solution. The collection covers eight living scenarios, including the entryway, living room, kitchen and dining area, and bedroom. A black and white palette defines the visual identity. Walnut cabinetry, solid wood flooring, marble countertops, metal handles, aluminum frames and glass panels are used, together with water based paint. Modular zoning separates active areas from quiet rooms. Bedroom backlighting responds to night sensing, and rounded doors and edges reduce collision risks for children and older people.

About Shanghai Vario Furniture Co., Ltd

VARIO, guided by the "Shanghai Culture" rooted in Shanghai, it adheres to the design concept of combining Chinese and Western elements. On the basis of integrating the charm of the East and the minimalism of the West, it also incorporates the temperament of international cities. It selects high-quality raw materials from the world's top production areas and polishes each home furnishing product with highly meticulous craftsmanship, allowing personalized high-end customization to truly touch every distinguished customer.

Award Record

With this recognition, Shanghai Vario Furniture Co., Ltd is a winner of 1 A' Design Award.

About the A' Limited Edition and Custom Design Award

The A' Limited Edition Design Award is an international design competition recognizing best limited edition products by leading brands and designers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to limited edition designers, custom design professionals, luxury brands and established companies from all countries. Entries typically include limited edition products, bespoke watches, custom furniture, bespoke jewelry, personalized fashion collections and modified automobiles. Awarded limited edition designs are published at https://desingers.org/design-category/limited-edition

About A' Design Award & Competition

A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com

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Fact Sheet

The Work

Project
Chanel Furniture Collection
Function
Furniture Collection
Category
Limited Edition and Custom Design
Discipline
Communication Design
Industry
Luxury and Arts
Colors
Silver, Gray, Rosy Brown, Dark Gray and Black
Images
5

The Recognition

Laureate
Shanghai Vario Furniture Co., Ltd
Country
China
Recognition
Bronze A' Design Award
Edition
2025 - 2026
Design ID
#181831

Design Details

Unique Properties
Designed for high net worth individuals, this holistic home solution covers eight major living scenarios, including the entryway, living room, kitchen and dining area, and bedroom. The visual identity relies on a black and white palette combined with French elegance. Its intelligent and modular design promotes daily efficiency and family interaction. The result is a home environment that is simple, comfortable, and luxurious, embodying the belief that true luxury is both timeless and iconic.
Inspiration
Inspired by a legendary life story, the design traces its roots to formative early experiences. Black and white emerge as defining colors—black embodying strength and dignity, while white symbolizes purity and rebirth. This iconic palette now shapes the home, turning each room into a narrative of emotion and identity. Beyond mere aesthetics, the space channels an enduring spirit of independence, elegance, and innovation—inviting you to walk through it as a lived experience rather than simply observe it.
Research
This project answers real living needs. Designed for a typical Shanghai household with five members across three generations and a pet, its modular zoning resolves spatial constraints and functional conflicts. It mixes aesthetics with utility to cater to high net worth individuals valuing understated luxury. By fusing classic French aesthetics with smart technology, the design creates a home language that is both culturally rich and forward looking in a global context.
Challenge
The key challenge lay in weaving Chanel black and white aesthetics and French elegance into every space. To this end, modular structures and precise proportions ensure form never overshadows utility. Integrated versatile systems enhance daily convenience. For instance, the living room serves for movie watching, storage, art display, and socializing, while the study merges work, collecting, rest, and gatherings. This approach delivers functional adaptability and deep emotional resonance.
Realization and Technology
Material use prioritizes premium texture, sustainability, and durability. Walnut cabinetry and solid wood flooring set a warm tone, while Bulgari marble countertops with natural veins echo French elegance. Metal handles, aluminum frames, and glass panels add modern sophistication. Manhattan pilasters are covered with ultrafine matte leather for a soft, durable, and slip resistant finish. Water based paint replaces traditional solvent coatings, supporting a green and healthy lifestyle.
Operation and Interaction
User centred interaction defines the experience. Bedroom backlighting uses night sensing to prevent sleep disruption. The tea cabinet features a smart system that identifies leaves and suggests ideal brewing temperatures. Lively areas like the living and dining rooms are separated from quiet retreats such as bedrooms and studies, ensuring uninterrupted focus or rest. Rounded doors and edges minimize collision risks, especially for children and the elderly, demonstrating care for all ages.
Project Duration and Location
The design and development of this project started in Shanghai on May 1, 2025. It was introduced to the Chinese market on November 1, 2025.
Keywords
Comprehensive Home Solution, Chanel French Aesthetics, Classic Black and White Palette, Modular Design, Integrated Versatile System, Multiple Sensory Engagement, Human Centered Interaction

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