Press Release
Wenhan Zhang Is Honored with the Silver A' Design Award for 2 in 1 Multifunctional Furniture in Furniture Design
Wenhan Zhang acknowledged for furniture design by the international grand jury of the 2018 - 2019 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2019 /DesignNewswire/ 2 in 1 Multifunctional Furniture by Wenhan Zhang, designed for Jiangxi Sanyou Furniture Co.,LTD, has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The recognition forms part of the 2018 - 2019 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 scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Silver A' Design Award Explained
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
About 2 in 1 Multifunctional Furniture
2 in 1 is an armchair with integrated storage and power access, designed for work and for lounging. The armchair combines a seat and a storage surface in one piece, so books and devices stay within reach. Power ports are available as standard outlets or in combination with USB. The wide storage surface can be placed on the left or on the right. High wood arms form a visual boundary that supports privacy and focus. The structure is made of solid oak with a powder coated steel frame and recycled polyester upholstery.
About Wenhan Zhang
I graduated from Columbia College Chicago, majoring in interior architecture. I have a fine arts background, with experience in diverse mediums, from painting to digital drawing. Integrating these skills with my formal design training, I have a strong ability to create engaging drawings which communicate my ideas clearly.
Award Record
Wenhan Zhang is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Furniture Design Award
The A' Furniture Design Award is an international furniture competition recognizing good furniture designs by best furniture designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to furniture designers, product designers, industrial design studios and furniture brands from all countries. Typical entries include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. The awarded furniture designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/furniture
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is 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. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously 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. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which 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, uploading a work and receiving a 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. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/74755
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/74755
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!74755
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/237067
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- 2 in 1 Multifunctional Furniture
- Function
- Multifunctional Furniture
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Rosy Brown, Gainsboro, Silver, Dim Gray and Black
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Jiangxi Sanyou Furniture Co.,LTD
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Wenhan Zhang
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2018 - 2019
- Design ID
- #74755
Credits
- Image Credits
- wenhan zhang
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Comfort:The 2 in 1 chair brings a welcome and comfortable spot to wherever it is used. Well suited for work or lounging. When privacy or focus becomes a priority the 2 in 1 accommodates. The chair’s high wood arms form a visual boundary that helps eliminate distractions and prying eyes. The chair is crafted from solid FSC Certified wood. Steel frame is made from recycled metal and the cushions utilize a 100 percent recycled polyester fabric.
- Inspiration
- Concept:Convenience + Comfort + Sophistication Inspiration for the 2 in 1 chair comes from the needs of daily life. A place to sit and storage options are typically two separate pieces. When it’s time to read - the book is on the shelf, when you need to charge your tablet, the outlet is too far away. The list goes on..the 2 in 1 chair attempts to make life easier and more comfortable.
- Research
- Design diversity and the nature of connection. The success of a particular chair has depended on the quality and connections it makes. A chair usually make physical and psychological connections with individual through its form and materials. It also connect visually and functional with the context where it is to be used. The 2 in 1 armchair embody meanings and values which connect with the user at a cultural level,emotional and aesthetic.
- Challenge
- Chairs support people of all shapes and sizes for different lengths of time and purpose.I wanted to design a product that well-suited for a variety of environments.Therefore, product solution must be safe, cleanable and work in a variety of environments.
- Realization and Technology
- The structure of 2 in 1 chair is made of solid oak. Solid steel frame with powder coat finish. 100 percent polyester upholstery with synthetic down insert, 80 percent of materials are recycled. The chair is crafted from solid FSC Certified wood. Steel frame is made from recycled metal and the cushions utilize a 100 percent recycled polyester fabric.
- Operation and Interaction
- Human-centered design The 2 in 1 chair features ergonomic details, whether a person needs to sit for a few minutes or a few hours, the design considerations make sitting a joy. Storage and power options are close at hand and the surface provides flexibility for the task at hand. The 2 in 1 armchair can be served with the wide storage to the left or to the right. Power ports, available in standard outlets or in combination with USB, provide easy access for charging technology tools.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in December 2018 in Chicago.
- Specifications
- 920mm x 610mm x 680mm
- Keywords
- multi-functional furniture, armchair, work,home, well-suited
