London Design Silver

2025

Companion Chair - R7

Entrant Company

Foshan Guangying Xiangxian Furniture Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Furniture

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

The core concept of the Companion Chair - R7 is to transcend the boundaries between traditional furniture and wellness technology. We have elevated it from a piece of passive support furniture to an active care companion, seamlessly integrating the precision ergonomics and proactive wellness technologies of automotive cockpits into the fabric of senior living.

In its design, we embrace a bold, cross-disciplinary fusion. The exterior replicates the S-shaped ergonomic curve and three-section visual partitioning of automotive seats, intuitively conveying a sense of "precision lumbar support." We have selected automotive-grade, skin-friendly leather—prized for its durability and ease of maintenance—and paired it with a streamlined frame crafted from high-hardness oak. This achieves a harmonious synthesis of technological texture and natural warmth, culminating in a truly distinctive visual aesthetic.

Its revolutionary breakthrough lies in the industry-first "Modular Dual-Mode Massage System." We have innovatively adapted micro-vibration motors and zoned airbag technology from automotive cushions to deliver "point-pressure + soothing" dual-mode precision therapy, effectively alleviating the lower back stiffness caused by prolonged sitting. Furthermore, drawing inspiration from automotive "seat memory" functions, we created an intelligent "Posture-Massage-Support" synergy—an evolution from single-function operation to dynamic, scenario-based adaptation.

We believe that for seniors, the user experience is paramount. The chair's intuitive form wordlessly communicates "reliability and support," eliminating the need for an instruction manual. A one-touch, minimalist remote control eliminates any technological barriers, empowering users to simply "sit and use" it effortlessly. Drawing from the principles of lightweight automotive frames, the chair guarantees a load-bearing capacity of 150kg while being 20% lighter than traditional counterparts, striking a perfect balance between stability and portability.

The Companion Chair - R7 is more than just a chair; it is a holistic solution that integrates cutting-edge technology, humanistic care, and lifestyle aesthetics. True to its name, it is designed to be the most considerate "companion" for seniors, setting a new benchmark for modern senior-living product design.

Credits

Zou Musheng
Wang Ying
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