Umdwebo Tokyo Isihlalo Sokuphumula ngu-Isabelle De Mari ungumnqobi ohlonishwa kakhulu womklomelo odumile we-2026 Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award Esigabeni Somncintiswano se-Ukudizayina Ifenisha.
IsilivaIfenisha· 2026
Tokyo Isihlalo Sokuphumula
ngu Isabelle De Mari
Iklayenti: Olho Moveis Autorais
Umnqobi we-Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award Esigabeni se-Ifenisha
Umnqobi Womklomelo Oqinisekisiwe
Qinisekisa Isimo Somklomelo se-#181979Ukuklama
Mayelana ne-Tokyo Isihlalo Sokuphumula
ITokyo yisihlalo sokuphumula esakhiwe ngokhuni oluqinile lwaseBrazil olubizwa ngesucupira. Uhlaka lwaso luvezwe ngokugcwele, lukhombisa izixhumanisi zokhuni kanye nezingxenye zokhuni ezibunjiwe. Izingalo nezinsiza zokusekela umhlane ziphothwe ngomshini we-lathe olawulwa ngesandla, zinemininingwane egobile emaphethelweni. Isikhumba semvelo sifakwe ngaphakathi kwesibambo sengalo ngasinye futhi saphothulwa ngokuthungwa. Umqamelo wesihlalo nowomhlane uhlanganisa ifomu ye-polyurethane enezingqimba kanye nokugcwaliswa ngezimpaphe, kumbozwe ngelineni ensundu. Izindawo zangaphandle zishukwe ngesandla futhi zaphothulwa ngevanishi engacwebezeli. Lo mklamo usebenzisa izimiso zokubaza zaseJapane ekhonini laseBrazil.
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Mayelana ne-Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award
Tokyo Isihlalo Sokuphumula iwinile uMklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile ngokungajwayelekile okunikezwa imiklamo esezingeni eliphezulu, ebukekayo nethinta kakhulu. Abawinile beSiliva yimisebenzi egqamile kakhulu nedala kakhulu ebonisa ubungcweti obuphawulekayo, italente nobuhlakani babaklami babo. Tokyo Isihlalo Sokuphumula ilindeleke ukuba ibe ngumsebenzi omuhle wesibonelo, onobungcweti obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha ezijulile. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award uyinto entsha ebonakala kakhulu nethakazelisayo esiza futhi isunduza imingcele yobuciko, isayensi, ukuklama nobuchwepheshe. Tokyo Isihlalo Sokuphumula iyinto enomhawu omkhulu kuyo evusa izifiso, ilethe imizwa emihle futhi ivuse ukumangala nokuxakeka.
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- Izici Ezihlukile
- Tokyo asserts craftsmanship as structure and expression. Defined by its fully exposed wooden frame in solid Brazilian sucupira, the lounge chair reveals precision woodworking through manually operated lathe-turned arms with subtle concave detailing at the ends. An inlaid leather armrest refines the tactile experience, balancing substantial material presence with aesthetic lightness and disciplined form.
- Izilinganiso Nokupakisha
- Dimensions: 700 mm W x 800 mm D x 700 mm H.
Weight: approximately 30 kg.
Structure: solid sucupira wood.
Armrests with recessed natural leather inlay and stitching.
Seat and back cushions with layered foam and feather filling, upholstered in brown linen.
Finish: matte acrylic varnish.
Non disassemblable construction. - Amathegi
- Lounge chair, Solid wood furniture, Japanese craftsmanship, Brazilian sucupira, Exposed structure, Artisanal woodworking, Contemporary seating, Minimalist design, Leather inlay
- Ubuchwepheshe Bokukhiqiza
- Tokyo is manufactured in certified solid Brazilian sucupira hardwood. Structural components are precision machined, with arms and back supports shaped on a mechanically driven lathe under manual control. Armrests incorporate recessed detailing for flush leather inlay. Elements are hand sanded to refine concave terminations. The base is assembled from solid planks with radiused edges. Upholstery combines multi density polyurethane foam and feather filling. Finished with water based matte varnish.
- Inselele Yokudweba
- The main challenge was achieving formal discipline while working with substantial volumes of solid wood. Balancing structural mass with refined proportion required precise control during lathe shaping and manual finishing. Internally, the project sought to reinterpret Japanese woodworking principles within a Brazilian material context. Externally, contemporary production constraints demanded efficiency without compromising craft integrity, requiring careful coordination between technique, material and artisanal execution.
- Ucwaningo
- Research focused on refining solid sucupira structure through controlled manual processes. The objective was to test how lathe shaped components and proportional studies could enhance structural precision. Methodology included full scale prototyping and ergonomic evaluation. Data was collected through physical mockups and material testing. Experiments centered on hand guided finishing. Results confirmed durability and refined surface quality, reinforcing craft driven production in contemporary furniture.
- Ugqozi
- Tokyo was inspired by the principles of Japanese woodworking, where precision, restraint and respect for material define construction. The project explores how substantial volumes of solid wood can achieve visual lightness through disciplined detailing and controlled form. By prioritizing hand guided processes, even when using mechanical tools, the design embraces an a mano approach, valuing the artisan gesture over automated production.
- Ubude Bephrojekthi
- The project started in July 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and was completed in October 2025. It was officially launched in November 2025 as part of the Tokyo Collection, a broader furniture series inspired by Japanese culture and craftsmanship.
- Ukuhamba Kokusebenza
- Tokyo is experienced as a balance between structure and comfort. The solid wood frame provides visual stability, while the layered cushions offer a soft and supportive seat. The recessed leather armrest enhances tactile contact, creating a refined resting point for the hands. Its proportions encourage a relaxed posture without excess, allowing the user to feel supported by craftsmanship rather than hidden structure.
- Amalungu Eqembu
- Designer: Isabelle De Mari
Designer: Filipe Melo
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