Congratulations to Merielle Jurlina and Morgane Rossin, the Grand Prize Winners of the 3rd Annual Jamie Stern Furniture Design Contest! Scroll down to see their winning designs.
We would like to thank all of the amazingly talented interior designers and architects who submitted an original design to this year’s Furniture Design Contest. Your contributions made for an exciting spring as we received more entries than every previous year. We find ourselves continually awed by the artistry, creativity and originality on display during these contests. Please feel free to scroll through all of the unique chair designs below. We’re sure you’ll be as impressed as we are!
We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to our panel of esteemed judges—Silvia Castañeda, Patricia Lopez and Sara Talleux—for donating their time and talents to our contest. They had the difficult task of reviewing well over 150 entries and selecting just two regional Grand Prize Winners.
Meet the Winners!
Merielle Jurlina
East Coast Winner
Morgane Rossin
West Coast Winner
“The armchair I created for this competition explores the balance between organic form and structural precision. Inspired by the soft curves of nature and the solidity of traditional craftsmanship, it combines generous, rounded shapes with sculptural wooden elements that both support and embrace. The interplay between smooth wood and textured upholstery creates a subtle tactile dialogue, blending comfort with strong visual presence. At the crossroads of softness and structure, contemporary design and timeless character, this piece invites relaxation while asserting a bold identity within the space.”
“The armchair I created for this competition explores the balance between organic form and structural precision. Inspired by the soft curves of nature and the solidity of traditional craftsmanship, it combines generous, rounded shapes with sculptural wooden elements that both support and embrace. The interplay between smooth wood and textured upholstery creates a subtle tactile dialogue, blending comfort with strong visual presence. At the crossroads of softness and structure, contemporary design and timeless character, this piece invites relaxation while asserting a bold identity within the space.”
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