2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Silver Winner

PC Steel Sliding Door Wardrobe

Entrant

Tai’an Zhibo Brand Management Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Furniture

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

To address the common pain points of conventional wooden furniture—such as mold growth from moisture, cumbersome assembly, and formaldehyde pollution—this product introduces systematic innovations in both structural design and functionality.
The body employs high-performance cold-rolled steel, with its surface undergoing automated electrostatic epoxy powder coating and high-temperature curing, while the doors are made from high-impact-resistant polycarbonate (PC). This innovative combination creates a natural physical moisture barrier to completely prevent mold growth.
The wardrobe also pioneers a modular construction. Utilizing precisely engineered snap-fits and limiters, it can be effortlessly assembled by a single person without any specialized tools. This secure physical interlocking mechanism ensures that the product remains rock-solid and warp-free even after multiple rounds of disassembly and reassembly, fully meeting the needs of modern users who move frequently or regularly reconfigure their living spaces.
In terms of details, a 50 cm interior depth strikes an ideal balance between efficient storage and space optimization; silent tracks paired with dampers deliver a smooth, low-noise door opening and closing experience; adjustable leveling feet easily compensate for uneven floors. As for aesthetic design, ultra-slim door frames harmonize beautifully with a premium creamy white color palette, using pure linear design elements to subtly soften the cold, heavy feel of metal. This lends the furniture a warm visual effect, achieving an elegant symbiosis of practical functionality and modern home aesthetics.

Credits

Ning Shuai
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