In Maja’s presence, there is an aura of serene confidence. Her voice carries a gentleness, a reflection of the common belief that ‘softness opens doors that force cannot move.’ This philosophy is not just a mantra but a lived experience, evident in the space she occupies. Her home, a Le Corbusier-inspired apartment in Warsaw’s Mokotów district, designed by Juliusz Żórawski, is more than a dwelling; it’s a unique architectural mastery built in 1935.
‘For her, the allure of design lies in navigating uncharted waters, in spaces and concepts yet to be explored.’
Majas’ commitment to sustainable, circular production is not just a design principle but a response to the global necessity for responsible creation. Her engagement with developing Akunok began quite serendipitously. She was in London, with some time to spare, and she happened upon their space. It wasn’t a planned meeting; our paths crossed unexpectedly. As we started talking about her daily work, a spontaneous question arose: why not try to collaborate?
‘When we set out to design Akunok, our primary goal was to create something that offers real privacy, almost like being in a room.’
If you look at the side panels of the sofa, you’ll notice that they extend further than the seat, ensuring a deep sense of enclosure. What’s remarkable is that we’ve achieved noticeable sound reduction when you sit on the sofa. You sit down, and there is this “wow” – you can literally feel the difference. While certificates will help us document the acoustic performance, the comfort and experience of sitting on this sofa speak for themselves. The entire collection is designed to allow for various compositions, providing flexibility and versatility.
Text: Zuzanna Gasior, This is Paper Magazine
Photography: Kamila Solarz
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Akunok
Akunok is an acoustic furniture concept that tackles two of the biggest challenges facing many of today’s workplaces: to create better soundscapes and to offer employees secluded, quiet smaller areas where they can focus on their work in comfort. With only three well-optimized variants – a high back one-seater, high back two-seater, and an efficient large floor screen – you can create most configurations required for today’s modern workspaces.
