Zhou AnBin

the founder of DakHaan

Graduated from the furniture major of Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts in 2012, he has always adhered to practice and exploration in the field of home life for more than 10 years of study and practice.The designer who has won the highest international design awards successfully in a row, immersed in the study of material technology in the factory workshop from the beginning，then he was in the front line of furniture stores and understand consumers as a clerk, later, he entered the research and development of living space by real estate enterprises. Various cross industry practices and experiences have not constrained the development of his design, instead, it enables him to stand in different dimensions and makes his thinking on exploring and balancing the relationship between products, space and people's life more internalized and profound, and also lays a foundation for his brand road.As a designer with international vision, Mr Zhou AnBin proposes“ returning to original self ” , advocates starting from our own life and environment，carries forward local life culture，creates international oriented design which belongs our cultural value identity and benefits the public with contemporary aesthetic and international design language.

"DakHaan" takes the four dimensions of "self-confidence, self-sufficiency, freedom and freedom" as the brand core, and extends the four phases of "exploration, fault tolerance, remodeling and integration" as the product series.Among them, "seeking" represents the curiosity and exploration of human nature, and "leisure" as a necessary condition and catalyst promotes the behavior of seeking. Its series of products represent the possibility of exploring new materials, new processes and new forms. "Remoulding" represents a spirit of leisure and self-reliance, reflecting inward on our past, reflecting on our traditions, and conducting speculation and innovation. Its series of products represent the inheritance and contemporary interpretation of past or traditional products. "Harmony" stands for the way for leisure people to get along with others, which is natural and harmonious. Its series of products integrate and excavate inward, integrate design into life, integrate localization and internationalization, and integrate traditional culture with contemporary culture. At the same time, the four product series complement, foil and blend with each othe¬¬r, creating an imaginary space beyond life for "leisure".

Material | Marine plywood and textiles

Size | 88*84*H71cm

Under the backdrop of energy shortages and the lingering pandemic, power restrictions in furniture factories and stagnation in logistics/shipping have become commonplace, resulting in vast quantities of semi-finished furniture accumulating throughout factory spaces. Witnessing this reality during factory visits, designers began contemplating: Can we use 50% production status and processing techniques to achieve 100% user experience and aesthetic satisfaction?

The "Half-Hundred%" series explores precisely this dynamic between 50% and 100% states. Through intense visual contradictions and impactful presentation, it aims to draw attention to and provoke reflection on environmental issues beyond our immediate living spaces.

The "Half-Hundred%" uses Ultrasuede® as a carrier to renovate and re-create the first sampling of Half-Hundred% lounge Chair, and the excellent performance of Ultrasuede® fits the theme of this exhibition, “The Color of Fabrics in a Moment of Delight”. “Half-Hundred%” is made from Ultrasuede® processed remnants that are hand cut for a delicate touch, and the creative extension of the tassel effect, together with the intentionally preserved natural state and sample tags, create a ingenious and environmentally friendly artistic expression. For the brand, this work is not only a re-creation and refinement of our work, but also a deepening and interpretation of the theme of “Moment of Delight”.