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The Zeh line is an expression of excellence in Brazilian carpentry, paying homage to the artisanal tradition associated with the name Zeh. With minimalist elegance, it highlights the beauty of wood machined on 5-axis machines, emphasizing the quality of carpentry. The fusion of technology and artisanal sensitivity yields visually stunning furniture, bearing witness to the skill of the carpenters.
Accent Item is a collection of illuminated furniture that includes two bar carts, a side table and a decorative cabinet. Each piece combines storage with a built-in COB lighting system that is recharged through a Type-C port. Simple switches allow the brightness and the color of the light to be adjusted. The frames are made of metal, shaped by precision cutting and welding, and are combined with frosted glass. All four pieces can be taken apart and flat packed for easier transport and storage.
Hone shelf is a timeless and magnetic design inspired by natural forms, and arises as a reinterpretation of a traditional shelf through a conceptual alteration of the physical properties of the material. In this way, the solid wood becomes elastic in a conceptual way. By doing so, the vertical supports stretch outwards isolating the horizontal planes, giving movement to the whole piece and promoting load transmission. The aim is to highlight the organic essence of the piece, its living personality and to contrast the strength of its mass with the lightness and subtle contact with the ground.
Royan is a double-sided sofa designed for hotel lobbies, waiting rooms, libraries and other luxury spaces. The curved form is inspired by the letters of Nasta'liq calligraphy, a script used in Iran and in many Islamic countries. Seating is offered on both sides, and the shaped armrests allow users to lean in several ways. Built-in spaces hold books and plants, and wireless chargers are included. The wooden frame is shaped by CNC machining and is covered with polyurethane foam and a layer of leather or fabric. Metal edges protect the bases.
Lotus is a guest chair designed to bring forth a translation of traditional Ming Dynasty chair design for a modern space. The design was inspired by a Ming Dynasty folding chair that was created to allow high-class generals to maintain a gesture of status during an outing. There's a Chinese idiom that describes the growth of a lotus flower, out of the mud yet unstained. Kindness, warmth, generosity, and pureness of heart are all emotions the chair hopes to convey.
The Oco armchair is a minimalist piece with a strong, elegant and original look. Its name refers to the empty space inside a hollow sphere and it is in this space that those who sit in it are accommodated. The upholstery is ergonomic and soft and the piece comes in a variety of finishes, such as natural wood veneer, lacquer, electrostatic paint and others. The Oco armchair is an example of timeless design, whose aesthetic language breaks the barrier of trends and focuses on the authenticity of ideas.