Shortlisted Work
Pieces, Acoustic Furnitures
Designer by
Sinan Anayurt
Turkey
Product Design
The VAND Perspective
This work was selected for its exceptional mastery of Meaningful Silence. It successfully balances human-centered functionality with a visual language that reduces noise and enhances clarity.
In an era of digital saturation, this project stands as a quiet rebellion; it does not compete for attention but commands it through precision and restraint. By stripping away the superfluous, the design invites a deeper engagement, proving that intentional absence can be the most profound presence.
The Creative Intent
Pieces was born from the desire to transform the invisible quality of sound into a tangible, spatial experience. The first concept of the project explores how an acoustic panel can go beyond its technical function to become a sculptural element — one that both absorbs and reflects the rhythm of space. Each module is made from standard acoustic foam, yet reshaped into geometric fragments that break uniformity and create diversity. Every piece is cut at a different angle, positioned in varying directions and scales echoing the natural irregularity of sound itself. This intentional asymmetry allows Pieces to absorb sound from multiple directions, achieving a dense, multidimensional acoustic field rather than the predictable behavior of flat panels. Through its composition, Pieces transforms an ordinary material into an expressive surface one that interacts with light, silence, and perception. It stands at the threshold between object and furniture, function and emotion, suggesting that sound can also be designed as form.
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