Press Release
Chicago Line Armchair by Alexandre Kasper Receives the Golden A' Design Award in Furniture Design
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Alexandre Kasper for furniture design
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Chicago Line Armchair by Alexandre Kasper, designed for CGS Móveis, has been granted the Golden A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 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.
About the Golden A' Design Award
The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
About Chicago Line Armchair
Chicago Line is an armchair with a matching ottoman, designed for long periods of seated rest. The armchair is made of solid wood machined with five axis technology, and the arms are shaped on a computer numerical control lathe. The seat combines two gentle curves that follow human anatomy with high performance foam. All wooden parts are machined so that the armchair appears as a single piece. The form is inspired by the modern and industrial architecture of the city of Chicago. The ottoman extends the comfort and completes the set.
About Alexandre Kasper
Alexandre Kasper, a renowned Brazilian architect and product designer, has been shaping the furniture market with his innovative creations for over a decade. With a career marked by excellence, Kasper has garnered numerous prestigious awards, including the A’ Design Award, the European Design Award, and national honors such as the Museu da Casa Brasileira Award, the Brasil Design Award, and the Museu do Objeto Brasileiro Prize. Kasper’s work has been showcased on international stages such as the Salone del Mobile (Isalone) and ICFF, cementing his global recognition.
Award Record
This recognition makes Alexandre Kasper a winner of 3 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2020 - 2021 and the 2024 - 2025 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/166917
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/166917
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!166917
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/291681
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://cgsmoveis.com.br/pt
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Chicago Line Armchair
- Function
- Armchair
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Gainsboro, Saddle Brown, Black, Silver and Sienna
- Images
- 5
- Client
- CGS Móveis
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Alexandre Kasper
- Country
- Brazil
- Recognition
- Golden A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #166917
Credits
- Image Credits
- Alexandre Kasper
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The Chicago armchair features a design that combines solid wood machined with 5-axis technology and a seat with gentle curves and dual radii, providing maximum comfort. Its high-quality foam ensures the user can enjoy extended periods of use with complete ease.
- Inspiration
- The "Chicago" collection is inspired by the essence of modern and industrial architecture that defines the city of Chicago, in the United States. Known as the birthplace of skyscrapers and a symbol of innovation, the city serves as the backdrop for furniture that balances structural strength and sophistication, bringing timeless elements to contemporary design.
- Research
- The research for the Chicago armchair involved an exploratory study focusing on ergonomics, comfort, and aesthetics. The goal was to create a functional and elegant piece for extended use. The methodology included C.N.C. prototype testing, usage simulations, and comfort analysis. Tools like 3D modeling software and feedback from end-users were utilized. Participants included designers, woodworkers, and selected consumers for practical testing. Results revealed that adjustments to the seat curvature and armrest angle were crucial for optimal comfort. The main insight was that high-performance materials combined with precise production techniques deliver a superior user experience.
- Challenge
- The biggest challenge in developing the Chicago armchair was balancing a sophisticated design with ergonomic comfort and large-scale production feasibility. Internally, drawing inspiration from Chicago's architecture required an in-depth historical and aesthetic study to translate the city's essence into a functional piece of furniture. Externally, technological limitations demanded precise adjustments in the design to enable C.N.C. machining without compromising the perception of structural unity. Additionally, challenges related to material selection, such as securing high-quality wood and high-performance foam, required careful negotiations with suppliers.
- Realization and Technology
- The Chicago armchair was designed to provide exceptional comfort, supporting hours of continuous use. Its design features arms precisely sculpted on a C.N.C. lathe, complementing the solid wood structure. The seat incorporates two curves that adapt to human anatomy, combined with high-performance foam. All wooden components are CNC machined, resulting in a product that appears as a single piece. The accompanying ottoman extends comfort and completes the design with elegance and functionality.
- Operation and Interaction
- The Chicago armchair is intuitive and comfortable. Its ergonomic structure adapts to the body, while the seat and backrest provide optimal support. The ottoman complements the experience, allowing for total relaxation. Designed for extended use, it combines comfort and durability with an elegant and functional design, creating a harmonious interaction between the user and the furniture.
- Project Duration and Location
- The concept of the Chicago armchair began in 2021. Throughout the process, adjustments and improvements were made to refine the design and meet expectations. After several iterations, the project was completed in 2024 with the final prototype, and its official launch is scheduled for 2025.
- Specifications
- armchair: 770mm x 750mm x 840mm puff: 640mm x 550mm x 440mm
- Keywords
- Chicago armchair, contemporary design, comfort, solid wood, upholstery, ergonomics, Brazilian joinery, minimalism, timeless style, exclusive pieces
