Tokyo Banc Multifoncional per Joao Teixeira

Lo dissènh Tokyo Banc Multifoncional per Joao Teixeira es un laureat autfo estimfo del prestigfo 2026 A' Design Award d'Aur dins la Categoria de Competfo Dissènh de Mobilièr.

AurMobilièr· 2026

Tokyo Banc Multifoncional

per Joao Teixeira

Client : Oftwise

Laureat del A' Design Award d'Aur dins la Categoria Mobilièr

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Lo Concèpte

A prepaus de Tokyo Banc Multifoncional

Tokyo es un banc multifoncional concebut per las entradas d'ostal. Tokyo combina la sedença amb un escudelièr de solièrs, per que las cauçaduras, los sacs e los objèctes quotidians pòscan èsser gardats dins un espaci pichon. Un platèl superior corbat seguís la linha del coissin e recep los objèctes de cada jorn. Lo banc es fach de contraplacat de beç FSC premsat amb placatge de rove natural, fresat per CNC per la precision e acabat amb òlis pas toxics. Lo coissin es tapissat de poliester reciclat. Tokyo es expedit en paquet plat e pòt èsser montat per una sola persona amb dètz vitses.

La Reconoissença

A prepaus del A' Design Award d'Aur

Tokyo Banc Multifoncional a ganhat la distincion A' Design Award d'Aur, una reconeissença immensament prestigiosa acordada a de designs de primièra qualitat, meravilhoses e excellents. Los ganhaires de l'Aur son de creacions extrèmament innovantas, visionàrias e esbleugissentas, que reflectisson lo prodigi, la sabença e la proeça de lors designers. S'espèra que Tokyo Banc Multifoncional siá una invencion fòrça lausada, que dintra de tendéncias e monumentala, que provesís un valor sens precedent. Aqueste design ganhaire de la distincion A' Design Award d'Aur es un projècte espectaclós e respectat, que fa un grand ben e fa avançar las frontièras de l'art, de la sciéncia, del design e de la tecnologia. Tokyo Banc Multifoncional crea de sentiments intensos de desirs, evòca la passion, encoratja la creativitat e fascina.

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Crèdits, membres de l'equipa e detalhs tecnics fornits pel designer.

Proprietats Unicas: Tokyo’s most unique feature is the contrast between its visual lightness and functional versatility. The design pushes the boundaries of manufacturing, featuring curves engineered at the absolute radius limit. This precision creates a singular, flowing silhouette that is incredibly difficult for competitors to replicate. This sophisticated approach opens room for signature details such as its distinctive top tray.
Dimensions e Embalatge: The assembled design has Width 945 mm x Depth 400 mm x Height 465 mm.
The design ships in a flat pack format to improve logistics and can be assembled by a single person in less than 5 minutes by laying out all plywood components and cushion on the floor to connect them by driving a total of 10 screws.
Etiquetas: Multifunctional, Shoe Rack, Bench, Product Design, Furniture Design, Plywood Furniture
Tecnologia de Produccion: The design is manufactured from pressed FSC Birch Plywood with natural Oak veneer. After pressing, each component is CNC milled for precision. All wooden parts are finished with non-toxic oils. Chosen for its sturdiness, birch plywood ensures a long-lasting design that minimizes its eco-footprint. The cushion is upholstered in 100% recycled polyester, a high-performance and easy-to-clean fabric that ensures the bench remains inviting in high-traffic entryways.
Desaffo de Dissènh: Beyond aesthetics, the hardest task was making a premium product truly affordable. This required simplifying the construction to keep it sturdy and long-lasting without driving up the price. Logistically, the project bridged manufacturers in Greece and Portugal. Coordinating these stages demanded rigorous precision and seamless remote communication to ensure the plywood and upholstery aligned perfectly. This process proved that cross-border collaboration can yield a refined, cost-effective result.
Recèrca: Research involved a behavioral study of urban dwellings with the goal of solving storage challenges in shrinking, high-cost living spaces through multifunctionality. Utilizing observational analysis, the methodology employed user interviews and journey mapping to understand daily routines. The resulting impact maximized utility within small footprints, effectively addressing the economic shift toward compact housing while enhancing social well-being through organized, stress-free environments.
Inspiracion: Rooted in human behavior, Tokyo is inspired by the Japanese custom of removing shoes before entering homes, a habit that has become a global standard, especially post pandemic. This piece crosses cultural tradition with modern home needs, reimagining a daily object through an updated lens to suit fast paced lifestyles. Visually influenced by Japanese Torii gates, the design is distinguished by a balanced asymmetry where each component seamlessly flows with aesthetic and functional purpose.
Durada del Projècte: The project started in November 2023 in Viana do Castelo and finished in February 2025 in Viana do Castelo. It was exhibited in Funchal Biennial of Art and Design in Madeira in March 2025
Flux Operacional: Tokyo offers an intuitive user experience through self explanatory functionality. Its thoughtful layout optimizes storage while providing the versatility for users to define their own use case scenarios. Whether organizing footwear, bags, or daily essentials, the design avoids prescriptive use. Instead, it adapts to the individual’s unique lifestyle and spatial needs, ensuring the product evolves with the user. The design nature motivate individuals for new and better habits.
Crèdits d'Imatges: Image #1: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #2: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #3: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #4: Photographer Pedro Machado, Tokyo, 2025
Image #5: Designer João Teixeira, Tokyo, 2025
Video Credits: Designer João Teixeira, Tokyo, 2025