O le mamanu Cenear Nofoa e Christine Xiang o se manumalo maualuga tele o le fa'ailoga mamalu 2024 A' Design Award Ario i le Vaega Tauva Mamanu Meafale.

ArioMeafale· 2024

Cenear Nofoa

na mamanuina e Christine Xiang

Tagata Fa'atau: Cenire

Manumalo o le A' Design Award Ario i le Vaega Meafale

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Lanu

Le Mamanu

E Uiga ia Cenear Nofoa

O le Cenear Bench e maua mai lona fa'aosoosoga mai vilivili matagofie ma le aganuu mauoa o fanua lauti, ma tu'ufa'atasia lelei elemeni o meaafale Saina o aso nei ma le fa'aaloalogia o le aganuu fa'asolopito. Ua gaosia e uunaia ai feso'ota'iga avanoa, ma fa'ailoga mai ai se nofoa aluga vaivai o lo'o pipii i luga o se fa'avae laau, fa'atasi ai ma aluga e lua eseese lanu ma foliga mo le mafanafana fetuutuuna'i. O le nofoa lenei e fetaui lelei mo tagata fa'aonaponei e fiafia i fa'atulagaga nofoa fa'apitoa, ma o lo'o i ai vaega vilivili ma tua nofoa lagolago e uunaia ai talanoaga filemu ma fiafia.

Le Fa'ailogaina

E Uiga i le A' Design Award Ario

O le A' Design Award Ario na manumalo ai Cenear Nofoa, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu sili ona lelei, matagofie ma mataʻutia. O ē manumalo i le Ario o galuega susulu tele ma fatufatuaʻi e faaalia ai le poto, le taleni ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Cenear Nofoa e avea ma galuega matagofie, o se fesuiaiga mo isi, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou loloto. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Ario o se mea e iloga, ua mataʻina e aogā ma tuleia atu tapulaʻa o le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi. Cenear Nofoa o se mea e fiafia i ai le toatele, e fafagu ai manaʻoga, aumaia ai lagona lelei ma tupu ai le ofo.

I Tua o le Mamanu

Pepa Fa'asalalau

Fa'amaoniaga, sui o le 'au ma fa'amatalaga fa'atekinisi na saunia e le tagata mamanu.

Uiga Fa'apitoa: The Cenear Bench has been designed to encourage conversation among users. Its defining feature is the implementation of two differently shaped cushions attached to the wooden frame, providing options for individualized seating preferences. This interactive design adds functionality and playfulness to the bench, distinguishing it from other seating options. Moreover, this bench is ideal for both indoor and outdoor settings, making it versatile across various environments.
Fua & Fa'apipi'i: 203cm Width x 86cm Depth x 84cm Height
Fa'ailoga: Cenear, Bench, Furniture, Wood, Indoor Furniture, Seating, Design Concept, Outdoor Furniture
Tekonolosi Gaosiga: The final prototype was made of black walnut. In addition to using a CNC machine to shape the curvature, the wood frame was further hand-sanded for a smooth texture. The upholstery utilized foam cushions sewn with Microsuede fabric, providing a nice contrast.
Lu'itau o le Mamanu: In crafting the Cenear Bench, designers faced the challenge of harmonizing comfort with cushions of various shapes. They undertook surveys and interviews with users to discern their requirements, leading to the incorporation of two differently colored shaped cushions affixed to the black walnut wood frame. The bench's elegant, contemporary design appeals to a wide range of users, providing stability, harmony, and an interactive feature that can enhance the comfort of all users.
Su'esu'ega: After conducting a series of surveys, in-depth interviews, and design research, alongside 1-to-1 scale mockups, it became evident that contemporary users have distinct preferences for seating arrangements tailored to different activities. In response, the Cenear Bench was developed to facilitate casual conversation while offering a distinctive and inviting user experience. With its curved seating sections and supportive backrest, it encourages users to engage comfortably in conversation. This research-driven approach sets the Cenear Bench apart from others.
Fa'aosofia: The tea garden, with its curves and evocative history, served as the initial inspiration for the Cenear Bench. The goal was to blend modern Chinese furniture concepts with a tribute to historical Chinese culture. This inspired the incorporation of ancient tea garden curvature into the design of the back support. This created a unique, modern bench that also evokes the past.
Umi o le Poloketi: The project began in September 2018 in Pasadena, California, and was exhibited at ICFF in May 2019. The Cenear Bench, in its current form, has undergone several design changes since 2018 and was finalized in 2023.
Fa'agasologa o Galuega: The Cenear Bench is designed to create a welcoming space for two people to openly communicate. The soft cushion seat is attached to the wooden bench. Two differently colored shaped cushions allow users to sit in various postures and still feel comfortable. This innovative sectional seating transforms the bench into a relaxed and open conversation seating experience. The interaction between the user and the bench creates a more interactive and warm atmosphere with the curvature of the seating.
Pateni: Copyrights belong to Christine Xiang, 2018.
Sui o le 'Au: Christine Xiang
Fa'aaloaloga o Ata: All Image: Photographer Yugong Luo, 2018.
All Image: Art Direct Christine Xiang, 2018.