Bronze 2025

Akhalteke

by Amin Mohammadyari

Akhalteke offers a unique sitting experience, evoking the sensation of riding a horse for the first time. Inspired by the designer's childhood horseback riding experiences and fascination with equine anatomy, the design establishes a two way interaction between the user and their experience. Drawing from the saddle, one of humanity's earliest seating forms, Akhalteke blends the comfort of a lounge chair with the essence of riding. The name comes from the Akhalteke, a breed of Turkmen horses, reflecting the design’s inspiration and dynamic form.

Questions & Answers

What are the width, depth, and height measurements of the Akhalteke Lounge Chair?

Answer

Akhalteke Lounge Chair has a width of 770mm, a depth of 855mm, and a height of 720mm.

Which fibers and resin make up the bio-composite materials considered for constructing the Akhalteke Lounge Chair?

Answer

Akhalteke Lounge Chair is made from bio-composites consisting of hemp or flax fibers and PLA bio-resin.

What form and function classifier is assigned to the Akhalteke Lounge Chair?

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Akhalteke Lounge Chair is classified as a Lounge Chair.

Which breed of horse inspired the name of the Akhalteke Lounge Chair?

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Akhalteke Lounge Chair takes its name from the Akhal-Teke breed of Turkmen horses.

When did the Akhalteke Lounge Chair project start and finish?

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Akhalteke Lounge Chair project started in September 2023 and finished in September 2024.

In which city was the Akhalteke Lounge Chair project developed?

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Akhalteke Lounge Chair project was developed in Tehran.

What Bronze-level recognition did the Akhalteke Lounge Chair achieve in the 2025 A' Furniture Design Award?

Answer

Akhalteke Lounge Chair was awarded Bronze in the A' Furniture Design Award in 2025.

What criteria guided the research into material identity for the Akhalteke Lounge Chair?

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Akhalteke Lounge Chair research into material identity was guided by sustainable and environmentally friendly criteria aligned with the core identity of its design.

Bronze A' Design Award Winner