Press Release
Umma Indoor Outdoor Armchair by Ariane Rosa Wins the Bronze A' Design Award in Furniture Design
Ariane Rosa of Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio honored for furniture design by the international grand jury of the 2022 - 2023 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2023 /DesignNewswire/ Umma Indoor Outdoor Armchair by Ariane Rosa of Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio, designed for Ariane Rosa Arquitetura, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2022 - 2023 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Bronze A' Design Award Means
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
About Umma Indoor Outdoor Armchair
Whether looking for a complement to a home decor, or simply a chair for the outdoor space, the Umma armchair is a choice that can transform the environment. The Umma Armchair, has a structure crafted with aluminum, a 100 percentage recyclable material, and nautical rope as coating, while the upholstery has padding and technical fabric, both resistant to water. These materials allow the comfort use of the Umma armchair indoors or outdoors as it is resistant to the action of the weather. Umma Armchair’s design has the possibility to overcome the barrier of time and remains by for many years.
About Ariane Rosa
Ariane Rosa is a Brazilian senior architect, interior designer, and furniture designer with international design awards. She develops customized residential, institutional, and corporate projects, including renovations and consulting, coordinating teams, budgets, and timelines from concept to delivery. Her practice integrates spatial planning, material specification, lighting, and furniture design, with an emphasis on user needs and long-term use. She also produces architecture and interior design content as a YouTube creator. She served as President of Rotary International (2022–2023) and is a member of BNI since 2025.
About Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio
At Ariane Rosa architecture and design, we believe that everyone can be whoever they want. We create unique and daring projects, expressing your individuality in a way that values your stories and personality. Our studio is dedicated to crafting
Award Record
Ariane Rosa of Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio 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. The competition 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. Entries typically include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. Awarded furniture designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/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/147195
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/147195
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!147195
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/313230
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.suanovacasa.com/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Umma Indoor Outdoor Armchair
- Function
- Indoor Outdoor Armchair
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Gainsboro, Linen, Dark Gray, Rosy Brown and Silver
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Ariane Rosa Arquitetura
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Ariane Rosa
- Country
- Brazil
- Brand
- Ariane Rosa Architecture and Design Studio
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2022 - 2023
- Design ID
- #147195
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The graceful curves and seamless lines of the Umma outdoor indoor Armchair distinguish it from other offerings in its category. Not only is Umma Armchair ideal for seating, but it can also be appreciated as a work of art, capable of fitting in with any decor, both indoors and outdoors. Its dimensions are carefully crafted to ensure optimal comfort.
- Inspiration
- The search for an outdoor armchair that is light, sophisticated, and unique has culminated in the Umma Armchair. This chair brings a coastal, nautical ambiance to any space, perfect for relaxing in for some much deserved leisure time, both indoors and outdoors. Its cushions wrap you in a comforting embrace, transporting you to a peaceful, timeless haven by the shore.
- Research
- The goal of the project was to create a visually lightweight and sophisticated outdoor armchair, achieving the perfect aesthetic balance. To ensure durability and strength, aluminum structure was combined with nautical rope and technical fabric.
- Challenge
- The task of creating an aesthetically pleasing technical solution, while considering comfort, sustainability, and the ability to produce multiple items from a few basic elements, proved to be a great challenge. By altering the proportions of the project, a chair, armchair, stool, loveseat, and swing can all be produced.
- Realization and Technology
- The armchair frame is made of aluminium, a recyclable material, and nautical rope. The upholstery is tailored with technical fabrics for a comfortable experience. It is designed to be weather-resistant yet comfortable and attractive to provide a place to relax and entertain outdoors.
- Operation and Interaction
- The Umma Armchair is designed to bring both comfort and aesthetics. Its spacious, cushioned lines create a relaxing seating experience both indoors and outdoors. Its unique design makes it a piece of art, perfect for savoring the present moment and tranquil moment, reminiscent of a peaceful vacation by the shore.
- Project Duration and Location
- This project started in november 2022 during Design Tank immersion and design competition in Bento Goncalves, RS, Brazil and now it is going to be produced by Sulvimes.
- Specifications
- width 900 mm depth 700 mm height 800 mm
- Keywords
- armchair, nautical rope, outdoor furniture, outdoor living, nautical, rope armchair
