GRADO × DPD MICHAEL LAM: CUDDLE SOFA & H LOUNGE CHAIR Declare Family Bonds
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The monthly new arrival of the H Lounge Chair by Grado and Cuddle Sofa groups co-designed with Design Plus Design Studio surprisingly share an emphasis on home comfort, togetherness, and connections, talking more than ever about family reunions. Upon the invitation by DPD's founder, Michael Lam, to his private household, we explored seven ways of grouping the Cuddle Sofa modules to make a statement within an open floor home space. Since the last time, Grado and DPD co-worked on the interior design for 3 AM Hair Salon in Beijing and DPD headquarters in Guangzhou, we have encountered another challenge now is that how to create a "breathable home".
BACKSTORY
Drawing on Michael's foundational studies in sustainable design at the Royal College of Art, we emphasize the importance of using structures and materials that not only serve functional purposes but also contribute to a more sustainable built environment. We want our projects to reflect a deep commitment to reducing waste, recycling resources, and integrating existing environmental elements into new designs, fostering a dialogue between the old and the new.
Designing a gothic cathedral-esque space for 3 AM Hair Salon, exemplified our approach to interior design, seeking to create inviting atmospheres conducive to both social interaction and individual immersion. We prioritized seating comfort and aesthetic appeal, employing ergonomic furniture such as the cushioned Lord Chair to enhance the social atmosphere between visitors and stylists alike. The concept extended to the broader ambiance of the studio, which can run into the night mode in the daytime, to cultivate a "soul-healing" vibe anytime reminiscent of an artsy clubhouse where patrons can unwind after a long day.
At DPD HQ, we applied a comprehensive design approach that integrates planning, execution, calculation, and management. The pure white Queen Chairs and low-height Modo Pod Screens can create spatial energy variations while intertwining art, work, and leisure. This innovative blend establishes a dynamic quantum space, enriching the workspace environment and fostering a vibrant, interconnected ambiance. The art installations within these spaces interact and resonate with their surroundings, stimulating energy that enhances the overall aesthetic and experience.
The Cuddle Sofa is ready to go to Michael's, as a multi-modular focal point to enhance the interconnections and dependencies between his families. It allows each module to function independently but simultaneously cleverly combined with their counterparts to form a cohesive whole. It emphasizes comfortable home environments where relatives and friends are bound to be together in harmony, with each part representing a unique personality while also symbolizing the holistic nature that emerges from connection and interaction. Whether for intimate moments between two individuals or shared experiences among family members, the Cuddle Sofa offers flexible combinations to meet diverse spatial needs, reflecting strong relationships and seamless bonds between people.
Modular Design: 7 types of sofa groups with large or medium pillow options, adaptable to different spatial layouts and fulfilling the requirements of various scenarios
Individuality and Interactivity: each module exists independently but can harmoniously combine, symbolizing connections and coexistence, catering to the aesthetic and functional needs of different groups
Comfortable Seating: clean stitching on the verge, chunky heel, solid short leg and backrest, pillow for more spine support, and high-quality down filling offer exceptional softness, enhancing overall comfort and making each seating experience feel like a gentle embrace.
Frame: P2 plywood, pine frame, 2cm legs
Inner: high resilience foam, goose down filling, PP cotton
Joints: elastic webbing, zigzag sinuous springs, upholstery batting
Fabric: JKY3483-6 / JKY369-8; Muslin fabric, non-woven fabric
2. H LOUNGE CHAIR
The H Lounge Chair features an elegant solid ash wood base finished with black lacquer. The wide wing embrace and well-structured body proportions enable comfortable rest during afternoon leisure time. A gray-brown Gabriel textiles keep refining the tactile experience maintaining a real warmth for home living. We also try to settle in public leisure and commercial resting spaces such as the reading area, reception, and sightseeing hallway for museums and galleries.
Modern Design: sleek outline, simple and clear silhouette, solid upper body support, two-in-one armrest, and backrest, well-adjusted back leaning angle
Versatile Application: living rooms, public lounges, and office settings, to foster a comfortable and intimate atmosphere conducive to conversation.
Ease of Maintenance: easy disassembly and movement, minimalist design, easy-clean fabric, facilitate the upkeep for long use in high-traffic areas
Frame: P2 plywood, solid E1 pine wood
Inner: high resilience foam, non-woven fabric, and upholstery batting
Fabric: Gabriel-Vienna-61234
Leg: ash wood, 5mm pads, black lacquer finish