modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school

Miguel Saboya composes QUOIN multi-functional furniture series

 

QUOIN is a series of modular, interactive and multi-functional kindergarten furniture created by Brazilian designer Miguel Saboya. Commissioned by the Lisbon-based school, Cooperativa A Torre to furnish its new prefab classroom, Saboya creates a versatile series of building blocks that can be assembled for varying play-and-learning environments. The QUOIN blocks combine atop a plywood trolley facilitating the creation of diverse classroom structures such as benches, stools, tables, and shelves.

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school
all images courtesy of Miguel Saboya

 

 

the building blocks can be stacked in several play arrangements

 

The versatile furniture series offers a range of play scenarios, such as hiding spaces, stairs, bridges, and adventure trails, that challenge children to imagine and create their own built environment. ‘Quoin allows children to imagine a new kindergarten every day for a more playful learning experience’, shares designer Miguel Saboya. The QUOIN series consists of five modular furniture pieces of different shapes and sizes as well as a trolley made out of plywood with Lego-like interlocking systems that can be assembled and disassembled easily by both children and adults.

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school
Miguel Saboya unveils QUOIN multi-functional furniture series

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school
the versatile modular furniture is designed for a Lisbon-based school classroom

 

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school
QUOIN blocks assemble varying vibrant classroom structures

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lego-like cubes sit atop a plywood trolley

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school
the interactive building process fosters a playful learning experience

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school
the project challenges children to imagine and create their own built environment

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the series constructs diverse classroom structures such as benches, stools, and tables

modular furniture pieces assemble to form varying play scenarios within lisbon-based school
the colorful building blocks can be assembled in several arrangements

 

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project info:

 

name: QUOIN
designer: Miguel Saboya | @miguelsaboyam

 

 

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom

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