Four Double Winners – Responsibility in Every Detail
Four Sedus products – the se:café wooden chair, se:hive, se:vision desk and se:lounge light – were each honoured with both prestigious awards. Additional recognition went to the se:mission swivel chair (iF Design Award) and the se:living sofa system (Red Dot Award).
“For products to receive two major design awards is a strong affirmation of our design ambition,” says Ernst Holzapfel, Marketing Director at Sedus. “We create solutions that bring together visual clarity, ergonomics and sustainability – tailored to modern workspaces.”
Falk Blümler, Industrial Designer at Sedus, adds: “It’s always a special moment when our work is recognised by independent juries. The Red Dot and iF Design Awards confirm our aim to develop functional and visually compelling designs – and underline the relevance of our contribution to innovative product development.”
Spotlight on the Winners – Where Function Meets Form
Four products – se:café wooden chair, se:hive, se:vision and se:lounge light – each received both an iF Design Award and a Red Dot Award. The new se:mission swivel chair was awarded an iF Design Award, while the se:living modular sofa system won a Red Dot Award.
se:living – Comfort with Versatility
Modular by design, se:living can be configured as a single sofa, corner solution or island with storage – adaptable to every space. A low-profile layout encourages interaction, while built-in sockets and USB ports ensure digital readiness.
Jury Statement (Red Dot 2025, Designer Robin Rizzini):
“With clean lines, rounded edges and versatile configurations, se:living and its matching tables bring creativity into the workspace.”
se:lounge light – Flexibility with Form
Available in two seat heights, this slim PET-felt shell chair offers optional swivel, lumbar support and visual contrast through the seat cushion. Ideal for lounges and collaborative spaces.
Jury Statement (Red Dot 2025, Design Falk Blümler):
“With its flowing, organic shape, se:lounge light conveys lightness and fits harmoniously into both professional and private environments.”
se:vision desk – A Minimalist Statement
With beveled tabletops, angled legs and a clean look, this desk combines elegance with function. Hidden cable routing ensures a tidy workspace.
Jury Statement (Red Dot 2025, Design Falk Blümler):
“se:vision impresses with its purist aesthetic, strong design language and user-friendly functionality.”
se:hive – Structured Focus
Crafted from recyclable wood fibre panels, this modular workspace zone allows for up to three connected units and integrates soft textiles and organic forms – offering privacy without isolation.
Jury Statement (Red Dot 2025, Designer Konstantin Thomas):
“se:hive provides acoustic and visual shielding without complete isolation. Its open concept eliminates the need for extra lighting or ventilation.”
se:café wooden chair – Naturally Elegant
With FSC-certified wood, gently curved lines, and a wide seat, this lightweight chair is ideal for cafés and collaborative spaces. Options such as Viennese cane weaving add refinement.
Jury Statement (Red Dot 2025, Designer Konstantin Thomas):
“The se:café wooden chair is a statement of style, functionality and ecological responsibility. Its understated elegance is especially appealing.”
se:mission – inviting, individual, comfortable
Designed by Volker Eysing, this fully upholstered swivel chair combines ergonomic comfort, intuitive adjustability and premium aesthetics. A symbol of forward-thinking office design, it meets the highest standards of quality, sustainability and functionality – earning it the 2025 iF Design Award.
Sedus Shapes the Future – Thoughtfully, Sustainably, Award-Winning
These six honoured designs reflect a holistic approach where form, function and environmental responsibility work hand in hand. Whether in focus zones, lounges or management offices – Sedus creates spaces that support people and reflect modern values.
Because great design doesn’t just look good – it makes a difference.
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