Immu Chaise

Winner
Excellent Product Design
Furniture

Credits

Company / Customer
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Designer
Chi Hang Paul Lo
Kin Wai Michael Siu
Feng Xi

Details

Immu Chaise is revolutionary antiviral leather furniture designed to safeguard public health, especially for vulnerable groups like children and the elderly. In high-risk environments like care homes and daycares, its specially invented material, integrated directly into the leather, provides continuous antimicrobial protection. Lab-proven to actively kill pathogens like S.aureus and E.coli on contact, this innovative technology effective for over 5 years. By transforming passive seating into an active defense against germs, it ensures a cleaner, more hygienic environment, significantly reducing the risk of cross-contamination and infection.

The Jury‘s Statement

A piece of furniture that actively contributes to health protection stands out through its consistently considered material selection: »Immu Chaise« employs a long-lasting, antimicrobial leather that integrates subtly into everyday life. The design remains clear, functional, and aesthetically appealing. Especially impressive is the combination of hygienic efficacy and sustainable production, which lends this seating solution long-term societal relevance.