O le mamanu On Belay Nofoa Mālōlō e Chong Zhi Yu o se manumalo maualuga tele o le fa'ailoga mamalu 2026 A' Design Award Apamemea i le Vaega Tauva Mamanu Meafale.

ApamemeaMeafale· 2026

On Belay Nofoa Mālōlō

na mamanuina e Chong Zhi Yu

Tagata Fa'atau: Nanyang Academy of Fine Arrts

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

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Manumalo Fa'ailoga Fa'amaonia

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Va'ai i le A' Design Award Fa'asalalauga Pailesi o le Fa'ailoga

Lanu

Le Mamanu

E Uiga ia On Belay Nofoa Mālōlō

O le On Belay o se nofoa mālōlō e toe faaaogāina ai maea a'ea'e ua lē toe faaaogāina. O maea ua lē toe talafeagai mo le a'ea'e e tumau pea lo latou malosi ma le fetuutuunai, o lea ua lalagaina ai i totonu o le nofoaga e nofo ai ma le faalagolago i tua. O luga o le mea ua lalagaina e vaivai ma fetuutuunai, ma e faasalalauina tutusa ai le mamafa e maua ai le lagolago e aunoa ma ni vaega maaa. O le fausaga e faia i le laau o le Kapur faatasi ai ma sootaga o le lap ma le bridle ua faamalosia i ni fao laau se lua i tulimanu. O metotia masani o le lalaga ua tuufaatasia ma nonoa o le a'ea'e e fusia ai maea i le fausaga. O le fua o le nofoa e 600 i le 850 i le 650 milimita.

Le Fa'ailogaina

E Uiga i le A' Design Award Apamemea

O le A' Design Award Apamemea na manumalo ai On Belay Nofoa Mālōlō, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu ese e iloga i le fatufatuaʻi, le atamai ma le poto. O ē manumalo i le Apamemea o mea e iai le tomai atoa ma fatufatuaʻi mataʻina e faamaonia ai le poto masani tele, le mafaufau ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina On Belay Nofoa Mālōlō e avea ma mea e vivii tele, ua pelepelea, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Apamemea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili i le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi ma e sili ona lelei i le mataituina o mea itiiti. On Belay Nofoa Mālōlō e faamalieina matagofie manaʻoga, pa i manaʻo, faalataina lagona ma faaosofia le fia iloa.

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: On Belay ingeniously repurposes discarded climbing ropes as integral structural and tactile elements of a lounge chair. Though no longer fit for safety-critical use after extended wear or falls, these ropes retain strength and flexibility ideal for furniture applications. Woven meticulously into the seat and backrest, the design redefines lifesaving equipment into a durable, sustainable, and comfortable seating experience that bridges heritage craft with modern ecological responsibility.
Fua & Fa'apipi'i: Width 600 mm x Depth 850 mm x Height 650 mm
Fa'ailoga: Sustainable , Upcycled materials, Climbing rope, Lounge chair, Tension weaving, Recycled furniture, Knotting techniques, Outdoor , Ergonomic seating, Conceptual furniture
Tekonolosi Gaosiga: The seating structure combines traditional weaving techniques learned in Thailand with climbing rope knotting methods to bind reclaimed ropes securely onto a Kapur wood frame. The chair’s frame uses time-honored joinery methods including lap and bridle joints reinforced with dual dowels at frame corners to ensure strength and durability.
Lu'itau o le Mamanu: The hardest part of this project was that it was our first, so many aspects were unfamiliar, especially weaving and knotting techniques. These skills required extensive practice and patience to master. Additionally, limited information and guidance made the learning curve steep. Overcoming these challenges deepened my understanding of material manipulation and craftsmanship, which was crucial for realizing the design successfully.
Su'esu'ega: I focused on upcycled materials and chose climbing ropes for this project. I researched various weaving techniques and climbing knotting methods, alongside exploring line art for visual inspiration. During mock-up stages, I drilled multiple holes to find optimal positions and consulted with my mentor to determine the best structure and joinery for the chair frame. I tested different diameters of climbing ropes and ultimately selected 5mm support rope for its balance of aesthetics and comfort. I am very satisfied with the final product. This design taught me that upcycling can be both practical and visually appealing.
Fa'aosofia: Inspired by the themes of safety, trust, and connection inherent in rock climbing culture, On Belay transforms retired climbing ropes symbols of protection and resilience into core materials for furniture. These ropes embody stories of endurance and rebirth, and through creative upcycling, the design offers a poetic metaphor for rest and renewal, highlighting sustainable innovation intertwined with emotional narratives.
Umi o le Poloketi: This Project started in August 2025 in Singapore NAFA and finished in NAFA's workshop.
Fa'agasologa o Galuega: The woven climbing rope seat provides a soft, flexible surface that naturally conforms to the human body, evenly distributing weight to deliver ergonomic support without rigid components. Its minimalist yet stable construction fosters a sense of security and calm, evoking the trust foundational to climbing safety. This tactile interaction invites relaxation and mindfulness, transforming the chair into a restorative haven for body and mind.