Design Superiore

Design Superiore

Design Superiore featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

The Cuban

The Cuban is a bar cabinet that acts as both a refined storage piece and a social catalyst within the space. Integrating a humidor, it preserves and presents whiskey and cigars as curated objects of ritual. Its upper surface is conceived as a DJ deck, accommodating turntables and music equipment, positioning the piece at the center of atmosphere and interaction. Developed as part of the Disco House collection, the design builds on the relationship between music, space and human behavior, translating the spirit of late 1970s and early 1980s nightlife into a contemporary, performative object.

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Morningblues Record R1

Building upon the classic form of vinyl records, this speaker masterfully integrates dynamic visuals with professional grade sound quality, redefining the music experience. Through a holistic approach encompassing form design, material selection, and interface arrangement, it transcends the role of a mere audio device, becoming a home art installation that bridges emotional memories, multi sensory engagement, and living space. Such a product broadens the horizons of audio devices in both aesthetics and interaction.

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Tokyo

As living costs rise and homes shrink, footprint optimization is essential. Life has become complex due to social and economic shifts, making fast paced living the standard. Tokyo addresses this by bridging a bench with a shoe rack, putting multifunctionality at its core. Designed to unclutter entrances for stressv free exits and calm arrivals, its most unique feature lies in the integrated top tray that curves to embrace the cushion, creating a spot for daily items. Plywood respects the bench's dual nature, allowing for a sleek, yet warm aesthetic while remaining sustainable and long-lasting.

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GGO Biomorphic

Located in Grand Green Osaka, this biomorphic bench is a 16 meter monumental seating system crafted from Japanese oak. The project utilizes advanced digital fabrication to assemble over 6,000 individual parts into 29 organic units. A proprietary concealed joint system successfully hides all metal fasteners. This sculptural public furniture merges traditional manual craftsmanship with parametric computational design, functioning seamlessly as both a relaxing bench and a vibrant planter within the lobby space.

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Gera

Gera is a wooden design informed by Brazilian modernist furniture and the structural clarity present in the work of Geraldo de Barros. Crafted from certified Brazilian jequitiba wood and natural leather, it contains no metal components or visible fasteners. Concealed joinery preserves visual continuity, while tensioned leather surfaces respond to the body. Through material reduction, responsible sourcing, and structural precision, the work articulates an investigation into ergonomics and sustainable permanence.

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Oruha

The design presents a seat conceived as a public secret base, offering personal refuge within shared environments. Its structure balances sculptural presence with functional comfort, supporting extended use and social interaction. Curved surfaces and carefully proportioned elements create a sense of enclosure while maintaining openness. Natural finishes enhance durability, ease of maintenance, and graceful aging, allowing the piece to integrate into everyday living spaces while preserving tactile warmth.

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