Palm Collection Primaire Functie: Loungezitmeubelen door Helle Nielsen

Het ontwerp Palm Collection Primaire Functie: Loungezitmeubelen door Helle Nielsen is een hoog aangeschreven winnaar van de zeer prestigieuze 2026 A' Design Award in Zilver in de competitiecategorie Tuin- en Buitenmeubels Ontwerp.

ZilverBuitenmeubels· 2026

Palm Collection Primaire Functie: Loungezitmeubelen

door Helle Nielsen

Opdrachtgever: Libra By Palma International

Winnaar van de A' Design Award in Zilver in de categorie Buitenmeubels

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Het Ontwerp

Over Palm Collection Primaire Functie: Loungezitmeubelen

Boektekst: Palm Collection is een zitproject dat is ontwikkeld in samenwerking met de Deense ontwerper Finn Oestergaard. Bestaande uit Palm Swing en Palm Nest, verkent het ontwerp comfort door middel van serene, sculpturale vormen. Een gepoedercoat aluminium frame gecombineerd met handgevlochten touw en zachte kussens creëert een balans tussen structuur en flexibiliteit. Ontworpen voor zowel binnen- als buitengebruik, past de collectie zich aan aan residentiële en horeca-omgevingen, en biedt een doordachte benadering van materiaal, vorm en dagelijks gebruik.

De Erkenning

Over de A' Design Award in Zilver

Palm Collection Primaire Functie: Loungezitmeubelen is winnaar van de A' Design Award in Zilver, een buitengewoon prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan topontwerpen die prachtig en indrukwekkend zijn. Winnaars in Zilver zijn enorm briljante en uiterst creatieve werken die de uitmuntende expertise, het talent en de scherpzinnigheid van hun ontwerpers illustreren. Palm Collection Primaire Functie: Loungezitmeubelen wordt verwacht een prachtig paradepaardje te zijn dat opmerkelijk professioneel en diepgaand innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in Zilver heeft gewonnen, is een hoogst opmerkelijke, bewonderde uitvinding die baat en de grenzen van kunst, wetenschap, ontwerp en technologie verlegt. Palm Collection Primaire Functie: Loungezitmeubelen is een zeer benijde creatie die verlangens oproept, positieve gevoelens brengt en verbazing en verwondering doet ontvlammen.

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Unieke Eigenschappen: The Palm Collection is a seating project consisting of two related designs: the Palm Nest and the Palm Swing. Developed as a cohesive family, both pieces share the same visual language while offering different ways of resting and inhabiting space. The Palm Nest is designed to sit directly on flat ground, creating a grounded and protective seating experience, while the Palm Swing is suspended from a dedicated stand, introducing a gentle sense of movement and lightness.

The collection was created in collaboration with Danish designer Finn Oestergaard, whose work is recognized for its refined Scandinavian sensibility and human-centered approach. The project explores the balance between structure and softness, combining a clearly defined aluminum frame with handwoven rope surfaces and generous cushions. This contrast allows the pieces to appear visually light while remaining structurally strong and comfortable.

Designed for both indoor and outdoor environments, the Palm Collection adapts naturally to a wide range of residential and hospitality settings. Its calm, sculptural presence encourages moments of pause, making it suitable for lounges, terraces, gardens, and transitional spaces where comfort and atmosphere are equally important.
Afmetingen & Verpakking: Palm Collection consists of two seating pieces. Palm Swing: W1220 D1030 H1470 mm. Palm Nest: W1320 D1610 H1110 mm. Both designs feature a powder-coated aluminum frame combined with handwoven rope seating surfaces. Cushions are made with quick-dry foam and outdoor grade fabric. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
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Productietechnologie: The Palm Collection is realized through a combination of industrial production and handcraft techniques. The main structure is made from powder-coated aluminum, selected for its strength, durability, and resistance to outdoor conditions. The seating surfaces are handwoven using synthetic rope by skilled artisans, allowing flexibility while maintaining structural integrity. Cushions are produced using quick-dry foam and covered with outdoor-grade fabric to ensure performance in varying climates. The production process focuses on precision in the frame construction and consistency in handweaving to achieve both visual clarity and long-term use.
Ontwerpuitdaging: The main challenge was translating a soft, organic concept into a structurally sound design suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Balancing visual lightness with durability required careful development of the aluminum frame and woven surfaces.
Onderzoek: The design development of the Palm Collection involved exploration of organic forms and their translation into functional seating. Research focused on the relationship between structure and softness, particularly how woven materials can provide both support and comfort. References were drawn from natural arrangements, such as the radial composition of leaves, as well as from Scandinavian design principles emphasizing clarity and usability. Material research included testing aluminum for lightweight strength and rope weaving techniques for flexibility and durability in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Inspiratie: The Palm Collection draws inspiration from the form of nine leaves arranged like a bouquet, a natural symbol of balance and openness. This idea evolved into two expressions of comfort: the Palm Nest, resting gently on flat ground, and the Palm Swing, suspended from its sculptural stand. Rooted in Scandinavian clarity and tropical warmth, the collection reflects calmness, connection, and the quiet rhythm of nature.
Projectduur: The Palm Collection was designed over a period of approximately 6–8 months. The design process was developed through collaboration between Denmark and Indonesia, combining conceptual development in Denmark with prototyping and production refinement in Indonesia.
Werkproces: The Palm Collection offers two complementary ways of resting. The Palm Nest provides a stable, grounded seating experience on flat surfaces, while the Palm Swing is suspended from its stand, creating gentle movement that responds to the user body weight. Both pieces encourage intuitive interaction through supportive cushions and woven surfaces.
Teamleden: Finn Oestergaard