Umdwebo Tokyo Ibhentshi Elinemisebenzi Eminingi ngu-Joao Teixeira ungumnqobi ohlonishwa kakhulu womklomelo odumile we-2026 Umklomelo Wegolide we-A' Design Award Esigabeni Somncintiswano se-Ukudizayina Ifenisha.
IgolideIfenisha· 2026
Tokyo Ibhentshi Elinemisebenzi Eminingi
ngu Joao Teixeira
Iklayenti: Oftwise
Umnqobi we-Umklomelo Wegolide we-A' Design Award Esigabeni se-Ifenisha
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Mayelana ne-Tokyo Ibhentshi Elinemisebenzi Eminingi
I-Tokyo ibhentshi elinemisebenzi eminingi eliklanyelwe iminyango yasekhaya yokungena. I-Tokyo ihlanganisa indawo yokuhlala nesitandi sezicathulo, ukuze izicathulo, izikhwama nezinto zansuku zonke kugcinwe endaweni encane. Ithreyi ephezulu egobile ilandela umugqa kakhushini futhi iphatha izinto zansuku zonke. Leli bhentshi lenziwe nge-plywood ye-birch ecindezelwe ene-FSC ene-veneer ye-oak yemvelo, esikwe nge-CNC ukuze kutholakale ukunemba futhi liqedelwe ngamafutha angenabuthi. Ukhushini umbozwe nge-polyester evuselelwe kabusha. I-Tokyo ithunyelwa ipakishwe iyisicaba futhi ingahlanganiswa umuntu oyedwa ngezikulufu eziyishumi.
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Mayelana ne-Umklomelo Wegolide we-A' Design Award
Tokyo Ibhentshi Elinemisebenzi Eminingi iwinile uMklomelo Wegolide we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile kakhulu okunikezwa imiklamo yeklasi yokuqala, emangalisayo nephawulekile. Abawinile beGolide yimiklamo emisha kakhulu, enombono ongaphambili futhi egqamile ebonisa ubuhlakani, ukuhlakanipha nobuchule babaklami babo. Tokyo Ibhentshi Elinemisebenzi Eminingi ilindeleke ukuba ibe yinto entsha edunyiswe kakhulu, ebeka isitayela futhi ebalulekile elethe inani elingakaze libonwe. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Wegolide we-A' Design Award ungumgomo omangalisayo nohlonishwayo osiza kakhulu futhi osunduza imingcele yobuciko, isayensi, ukuklama nobuchwepheshe. Tokyo Ibhentshi Elinemisebenzi Eminingi idala imizwa ejulile yesifiso, ivuse intshiseko, ikhuthaze ukudala futhi iyasiheha.
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- Izici Ezihlukile
- 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.
- Izilinganiso Nokupakisha
- 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. - Amathegi
- Multifunctional, Shoe Rack, Bench, Product Design, Furniture Design, Plywood Furniture
- Ubuchwepheshe Bokukhiqiza
- 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.
- Inselele Yokudweba
- 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.
- Ucwaningo
- 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.
- Ugqozi
- 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.
- Ubude Bephrojekthi
- 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
- Ukuhamba Kokusebenza
- 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.
- Amakhredithi Ezithombe
- 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
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