We are thrilled to share that the Remode chair, designed alongside Ahrend, has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Design Award 2025 for Product Design. This recognition celebrates Remode’s innovative design, sustainability, and ability to reimagine the future of workplace furniture. 

A New Standard in Circular Design 

Remode is a testament to the power of circular design. Developed with a focus on modularity and longevity, this task chair is designed to adapt to changing needs over time. Its components can be easily replaced, repaired, or upgraded, ensuring a product lifecycle that aligns with the principles of a circular economy. 

Reflecting on the design process, Ben van Berkel, the Founder and Principal Architect of UNS, shared that “Ahrend asked us to design the most environmentally friendly task chair possible. It goes without saying that they wanted it to be aesthetically pleasing, but even more than that, it had to excel in terms of sustainability and ergonomics.”

This vision has been realised with Remode, which not only reduces waste but also sets a new benchmark for sustainable furniture design. The chair is crafted from highly durable and sustainably sourced materials, including 55% recycled plastics, of which 44% are ocean plastics, using the innovative Akulon® RePurposed material. Its lightweight design and disassembly-ready construction ensure that components can be repaired, replaced, and recycled, significantly extending the chair’s lifespan.   

The jury of the Red Dot Award praised the chair for its "seamless integration of functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability." 

About the Red Dot Design Award 

The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most renowned design competitions in the world. Each year, an international jury evaluates submissions based on criteria such as innovation, functionality, and ecological impact.  

A Celebration of Collaboration 

The success of Remode is the result of a collaborative effort between UNS and Ahrend. By combining circular design, innovative materials, and ergonomic excellence, the teams have created a product that sets a new standard for comfort, adaptability, and environmental responsibility. 

Looking Ahead 

The Ahrend Remode chair is more than just a product—it’s a vision for the future of design. By combining cutting-edge innovation with a commitment to sustainability, it exemplifies how design can make a positive impact on the world. 

We congratulate the entire team behind the Ahrend Remode on this amazing achievement and look forward to seeing how this award-winning design will inspire the next generation of sustainable furniture. 

For more information about the Ahrend Remode, visit Ahrend Remode's Project Page.