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ITOKI CORPORATION (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President: Koji Minato) is pleased to announce that it has won eight awards in the 2022 Good Design Awards, sponsored by the Japan Design Promotion Organization, a public interest incorporated ADDCELL, and that two of its products, "ADDCELL" and "LINEA," have been selected for the particularly highly acclaimed "Good Design Best 100."

A universally compatible closed booth that takes people and sound into consideration.
With the increase in telework, there is a growing need for private booths with excellent sound insulation and sound absorption. Compared to regular booths, this product has a new structure that eliminates the floor, making it a booth that can be used not only by able-bodied people but also by people in wheelchairs.

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The need for work booths is thought to be increasing as a variety of work environments have become accepted during the coronavirus pandemic, but a major feature not found in other products is that they can be easily used by wheelchair users by eliminating the floor surface. I can point out the points I made. In addition to the flooring, there is also a lot of consideration given to universal design, which can be highly praised. Although the removal of the floor components puts the frame at a disadvantage in terms of strength, the frame as a whole maintains strength, while the slim outer periphery creates a light impression.

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An office chair made of knit to reduce the burden on Planet environment.

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At first glance, it looks like a simple chair with a sense of déjà vu, but it is a futuristic chair that is completely different from existing chairs in all aspects, including technical aspects, environmental considerations, and usability. The design uses a unique technique called hammock construction on a minimal steel pipe structure, creating a sense of unity with the body through the unique elasticity of knit, while also being strong enough to eliminate any concerns about durability. This is an impeccably beautiful chair that combines the latest technology and design.

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A web conference booth that can be expanded continuously without any construction required.
It can be easily constructed by taking advantage of the low partition structure. Although we have an opening in the ceiling that is required by law, we have increased the soundproofing effect by effectively placing sound-absorbing materials that prevent sound from leaking. This is a continuous expansion type booth that pursues ease of installation and sound performance.

[Judge comment]
The need for work booths has been increasing in recent years, but closed box types are expected to be difficult to install. Since this product is a partition type, the hurdles for installation are low. The concern of sound insulation has been taken into consideration, and sound-absorbing materials create a pleasing appearance for the interior. The product was praised for its ease of placement, ability to be added in succession, and the ability to choose panels with a casual look, making it easy to install in a variety of office spaces.

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A meeting chair that pursues a balance between design, functionality, and price.
This meeting chair has a plain and friendly styling that suits office spaces with casual interiors, as well as mobility for versatile use of the space and a nesting function for storage.

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The design of office furniture has changed to become more casual and for everyday use. Homes and stores have also become workplaces, and the casual atmosphere has become a comfortable workplace for workers. This high-performance chair has a casual and light design, yet provides comfortable seating, a highly efficient nesting function, and ease of handling, giving it new utility value not only in office spaces but also in many other places. spread. The wide variety of materials and coloring specifications that can be used in a variety of situations also received high praise.

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A personal table that can be used comfortably for everything from active learning classes to studying in the commons space.
Although it has a simple structure, it is equipped with detailed functions that are designed to be easy to use during lectures and group work, supporting students' independent learning.

[Judge comment]
It is highly valuable as a desk that can flexibly respond to diversifying learning styles. On its own, it is a simple and easy-to-use desk with casters, but it is also easy to combine, making it ideal for group work, work tables, and other situations needed for learning. The foot position has been designed to allow for combination and stacking functions, and that's where you can feel the loveliness of this desk.

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A furniture series in which factory fixtures have been re-edited to harmonize with the office space.
Taking advantage of the functionality and strength unique to factory fixtures, we offer a variety of colors, sizes, and variations that are easy to use in the office. It also features a variety of options that expand the possibilities of how the office space can be used.

[Judge comment]
This is a good example of a successful approach to a new market by re-editing an existing product with a different purpose within a new branding framework. If commercial fixtures used in factories or research facilities are used as they are in the interior, the lack of detail can give a negative impression, but this product reconsiders the coloring to suit modern lifestyles. By introducing customization such as adding shelves or adding shelves to suit the function, we are creating a well-balanced design that blends into the interior.

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Innovative sound-absorbing materials that use science and technology to solve everyday problems.
The problem of reverberation is unavoidable in spaces surrounded by glass. The transparent sound-absorbing panel "iwasemi™ HX-α," which uses acoustic metamaterial design technology, is a sound-absorbing material that can be attached to glass. It reduces the reverberation of glass, creating a clear and quiet atmosphere in the office and making it easy to talk.
* iwasemi™HX-α is a product jointly developed by Pixie Dust Technologies Inc. and ITOKI CORPORATION.
* iwasemi and related logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pixie Dust Technologies Inc.

[Judge comment]
I felt there was a new possibility in increasing the sound absorption of the glass surface while maintaining transparency. As a product that can be attached to existing glass surfaces in office spaces, it has high product value as it acts like a film to change the line of sight and has a sound absorption effect. In the future, we can expect further developments, such as variations in shapes and sizes that take advantage of the advantages of glass.

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