Unicube
Modular Furniture

UniCube is an eco-conscious, modular furniture system designed by the industrial design team at Design 1st Inc. for both residential and commercial environments. Emphasizing sustainability and flexibility, the system uses a minimal number of interchangeable parts and upcycled materials to create a wide range of stylish configurations—including chairs, benches, tables, and sofas. Its tech-forward approach and mid-century-inspired aesthetic support adaptable, elegant interiors with a low environmental footprint.

Main Challenges

• Designing modular components that allow for maximum flexibility with minimal parts.

• Ensuring the product met sustainability goals while maintaining aesthetic appeal.

• Balancing structural integrity with ease of assembly and transformation.

Key Achievements

• Created a configurable system that supports multiple furniture types from shared components.

• Incorporated upcycled materials and eco-friendly production principles.

• Delivered a design language that bridges sustainability and timeless visual appeal.

Responsibilities

• Developed modular design concepts and component logic.

• Selected sustainable materials aligned with both form and function.

• Created 3D models, renderings, and prototyping documentation.

• Collaborated with engineers to evaluate feasibility and structural performance.

• Designed visual assets to communicate the system’s adaptability and environmental benefits.