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Abbas Sufi Nejad Receives the A' Design Award for Simplo Sofa in Furniture Design
The international grand jury of the 2022 - 2023 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Abbas Sufi Nejad for furniture design
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2023 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Simplo Sofa by Abbas Sufi Nejad, designed for Villasufia, has been granted the A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category. The award was conferred within the 2022 - 2023 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 evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the A' Design Award
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.
More About Simplo Sofa
Simplo is a modular sofa designed for living rooms. The form is geometric and simple, with no non-functional details. The body structure is made of wood, and the seat contains foam with a density of 30. The sofa measures 120 by 100 by 53 centimetres. Separate components can be connected, so the arrangement can be adapted to different needs. Layered elements are combined into a unified whole. The design follows minimalist and ergonomic principles, with the aim of offering comfortable seating and a harmonious space.
About Abbas Sufi Nejad
Abbas Sufinejad was born in 1977 in Tehran. Having graduated from the National Talent Development Organization (SAMPAD), he entered the Faculty of Civil Engineering of Tehran Azad University in 1996, and then in 2001, continued his studies in the Faculty of Art and Architecture of the Azad University of Tehran, majoring in architecture. He holds an MBA and a Ph.D. in Art Philosophy from Malaysia. His academic career started in 2006 when he established the Department of Interior Design and Architecture at a private College. He has been an architecture-and-interior-design expert presenter in various television and radio programs.
Award Record
Abbas Sufi Nejad is a winner of 5 A' Design Awards, including this recognition. The awards were granted between the 2021 - 2022 and the 2022 - 2023 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
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/150911
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/150911
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!150911
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/237569
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Simplo Sofa
- Function
- Sofa
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Dark Gray, Rosy Brown, Gray, Dark Slate Gray and Gainsboro
- Images
- 4
- Client
- Villasufia
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Abbas Sufi Nejad
- Country
- Iran
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2022 - 2023
- Design ID
- #150911
Credits
- Image Credits
- Visualization by Marjan Sabzali
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This furniture design features geometric and simple lines, with no non-functional details, and a unique form that is designed for comfortable sitting. The design incorporates modularity, allowing for separate components to be connected to create harmonious objects. The play of layers and the suspension of seemingly different elements provide a unified whole, which is a specific point of the work in terms of aesthetics.
- Inspiration
- The source of inspiration for this furniture design is the concept of simplicity and functionality. The designer was inspired by the minimalist approach to design and sought to create a piece of furniture that would blend seamlessly into any living room environment, while also standing out as a unique and visually appealing addition.
- Research
- To design this project, the designer researched about: -Modern manufacturing techniques and materials that are sustainable and durable. -Ergonomic design principles for comfortable sitting. -Minimalist design principles and aesthetics. -Modular design and customization options.
- Challenge
- The main goal of designing this project is to create a piece of furniture that is both visually appealing and functional, while also incorporating sustainable materials and manufacturing processes. The main challenges include ensuring that the design is ergonomic and comfortable, while also incorporating modularity and customization options that allow for flexibility and user preference.
- Realization and Technology
- The body structure has been made from wood. It has 30 density foam in its seat.
- Operation and Interaction
- This furniture design is intended to create a harmonious and functional space that enhances the user's experience. The modular components can be customized to fit the user's needs, and the design interacts seamlessly with the user's living room environment, providing a cohesive and integrated space.
- Project Duration and Location
- It has been designed in Tehran in 2023.
- Specifications
- The size of the sofa is 120*100*53 cm.
- Keywords
- Simplicity, Functionality, Minimalism, Geometric design, Modularity, Harmony, Aesthetics, Sustainability.
