Press Release
A' Design Award in Office Furniture Design Goes to Ql 66B1 Office Chair by Hangzhou Fungrain Technology Co., Ltd
Hangzhou Fungrain Technology Co., Ltd recognized for office furniture design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 22, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ Ql 66B1 Office Chair by Hangzhou Fungrain Technology Co., Ltd has been granted the A' Design Award in the Office Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the A' Design Award Means
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Regarding Ql 66B1 Office Chair
Ql 66B1 is an executive office chair designed for long hours of work and for rest. The dual layer backrest combines a soft inner layer for comfort with a firm outer layer for support, protecting the lumbar and back areas. The cushion with independent pocket springs spreads body pressure evenly and resists sagging. Seat height adjustment and a rocking mode are grouped in one control module, and the backrest can be set between 90 and 135 degrees. The chair is offered in PU leather or technical fabric, with paint coated metal parts.
About Hangzhou Fungrain Technology Co., Ltd
Hangzhou Fungrain Technology Co., Ltd. is an enterprise focused on cross-border e-commerce, selling products to multiple countries and regions globally via Amazon marketplaces in Europe and the United States. Its product line covers various categories, including office chairs, vanities, single sofas,cross-legged chairs, and gaming desks, achieving steady sales rankings and market performance in several segments.
Award Record
Hangzhou Fungrain Technology Co., Ltd is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Office Furniture Design Award
The A' Office Furniture Design Award is an international furniture design competition recognizing good office furniture by best designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to office furniture designers, industrial design studios, office furniture brands and office furniture manufacturers from all countries. Entries typically include desks, chairs, file cabinets, conference tables, cubicles and workstations. Awarded office furniture designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/office-furniture
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/179146
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/179146
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!179146
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/377388
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Ql 66B1 Office Chair
- Function
- Office Chair
- Category
- Office Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Business
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Black, Dim Gray, Lavender and Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Hangzhou Fungrain Technology Co., Ltd
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #179146
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This executive chair is designed for users seeking longlasting comfort and ergonomic support. Its dual layer backrest provides soft touch and reliable support, protecting the lumbar and back areas. The cushion with independent pocket springs evenly absorbs body pressure, preventing sagging and deformation. The chair features adjustable padded armrests and a rocking mode and supports multifunctional angle adjustment, suitable for work and rest.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by highend car seats, which not only emphasize stylish and sophisticated appearances but also prioritize ergonomic support and functional performance. Guided by this concept, the executive chair offers users a premium seating experience reminiscent of a luxury car driver’s seat, combining the business style and stability expected of an executive chair with immersive comfort, relaxation, and flexibility.
- Research
- The diversified work patterns have raised users’ expectations for office chairs in terms of comfort, functionality, ergonomic support, and business style. However, many expensive executive chairs prioritize luxurious appearance over functional design, failing to provide comfort for long hours of work. Conventional office chairs often lack the business style for premium office settings. So there is an urgent need for highend executive chairs combining comfort, functionality, and business style.
- Challenge
- The challenge lies in balancing business style with comfortable experience. Its broad, substantial form projects authority, while the large cushion and dual layer backrest show solidness. The backrest combines a soft inner layer for comfort with a firm outer layer for support, adapting to different body types. The cushion with independent pocket springs absorbs pressure, providing an even and springy seating experience. A multilayer cushion design further enhances durability and comfort.
- Realization and Technology
- The chair is available in PU leather and tech fabric. The PU leather comes in black, brown, white, and gray, with a smooth, glossy surface that shows a professional business style. The tech fabric, available in black and white, features a matte, soft, and textured finish, creating a gentle, skinfriendly appearance and a comfortable and warm atmosphere suited to home and creative offices. Metal components are paint coated for rust resistance and a smooth, glossy finish, elevating visual quality.
- Operation and Interaction
- Core functions such as seat height adjustment and rocking mode are integrated into a single, easily accessible control module, allowing users to make adjustments without searching for buttons. The backrest can be adjusted between 90 and 135 degrees as needed, allowing seamless transitions between work and relaxation. The adjustable smooth rocking mode offers gentle rocking motion for a few minutes, giving the body and mind a quick recharge to enhance work efficiency.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project commenced in Zhejiang, China in February 2024 and reached completion in July 2024.
- Keywords
- Office Chair, Business Style and Comfortable Experience, Dual Layer Padded Backrest, Spring Cushion, Adjustable Padded Armrests, Multifunctional Angle Adjustment, Smooth Rocking Mode, User Friendly Design
