A multipurpose space by Tuominen Patel that encourages democratic engagement has won Dezeen and Forbo Flooring’s Marmoleum Design Challenge, as revealed in this video produced by Dezeen.
Pastel-toned break space Breathe named as the winner project of the competition
Dezeen teamed up with the flooring brand to host a competition asking designers and architects to create an interior space that promotes wellbeing using the brand’s Marmoleum material. Competition entries came in from over 61 different countries.
Finnish design studio Tuominen Patel was named as the winner of the competition, with a pastel-toned break space named Breathe.
The project uses configurable partitions which can be arranged to create a variety of setups. Users can rearrange the space to host meetings, social gatherings and even yoga sessions.
The radial orientation of a clock was used as a reference point for the circular design of the space.
According to Tuominen Patel, the circular configuration promotes a democratic use of the space, in which inhabitants would be in an equal position when facing others.
A low table at the centre of the space acts as a focus point for engagement, and is intended to reference the experience of sitting round a campfire.
Breathe features a selection of furniture made from Forbo’s Furniture Linoleum, including stackable lounge chairs and benches that double as shelving.
The space’s multi-toned flooring was created using Forbo’s Marmoleum material, a durable linoleum made from up to 98 per cent natural raw materials.
Tuominen Patel’s Breathe is currently on show at the Forbo Flooring showroom in The Netherlands.
Partnership content
This video was produced by Dezeen as part of a partnership with Forbo Flooring. Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.
