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Flora Armchair

Flora

Flora is an armchair designed for free and informal rest. The continuous curved form removes the boundaries between seat, backrest and arms, inspired by the opening of a flower bud. The asymmetrical shell allows sitting, leaning or lying in several positions, without mechanisms or adjustments. The base is made of solid tauari wood and the shell of pressed curved multilaminate wood, finished by hand and upholstered with sustainable materials. A loose roll cushion adds support in different uses. Flora measures 108 by 110 by 90 centimetres.

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Florasis Gold Peacock Face Powder

Florasis Gold Peacock

The design is the Florasis brand's impression of the Dai minority culture and inheritance in China. The peacock is a symbol of auspiciousness, beauty, and happiness in the eyes of the Dai people. A gold peacock is embedded on this face powder compact’s dark green window with a decorative frame. The lid of this product adopts gold filigree, an ancient traditional Chinese handcraft. Pure gold is made into about 0.2mm filaments. The gold peacock on the lid can be removable and as a brooch to wear. This work functions as both a face powder compact and a piece of jewelry.

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Tokumitsu Taanto Public Restroom

Tokumitsu Taanto

Tokumitsu Taanto is a public restroom interior located in Hakusan, Ishikawa, Japan. The room covers 25 square meters and has a ceiling height of 2.90 meters. More than 3,000 gold leaf tiles cover the walls. Each tile is a 200 millimeter square porcelain tile with a textured surface, finished with hand-applied Kanazawa gold leaf. The tiles are set against a dark background, and indirect lighting is arranged to reveal the reflective quality of the gold. The design applies a traditional Japanese craft to a contemporary public space.

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Mirabilis Bar and Dusk Lounges and Bars

Mirabilis Bar and Dusk

Mirabilis Bar and Dusk is an interior design project for a hilltop restaurant and bar set within the national park of Mount Faber. The space is divided into two focal sections. Dusk serves as the dining area, and The Mirabilis Bar serves as the lounge area. Both areas open toward seafront and city views. The project also includes an expanded professional kitchen and a members-only cigar room. The concept is drawn from Mirabilis Jalapa, a cluster of fragrant flowers that blooms in the afternoon, matching the opening hour of the venue.

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Nago Agri Park Foodscape Cafe

Nago Agri Park

Nago Agri Park is a cafe interior created within a support facility for agricultural products in Nago, Okinawa, Japan. The renovation follows the concept of Farm and Craft, offering a space where diverse visitors can experience agriculture firsthand. Hemp rope was wrapped around the existing columns, and burlap fabric was draped over the ceiling frames as both decoration and sunshade. Local artisans applied a traditional plaster finish using regional soil. Edible plants and drinks made with local produce link visitors with food and nature.

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Xinxiuli Headquarters Office

Xinxiuli Headquarters

Xinxiuli Headquarters is an office interior design covering 3000 square meters in Ningbo. The reception area main wall uses flowing curves inspired by the brand logo and by the Yongjiang River. Floor and ceiling combine light and dark tones, with a circular carpet pattern and white stone surfaces. The layout includes a management office, an open employee area, collaborative spaces and meeting rooms. Intelligent lighting, electronic atomized glass, adjustable desks and a conference room reservation system support flexible work. The project attained LEED Gold certification.

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