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NARANGI

The Sustainable Furniture

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Group Work 

Narangi presented in its minimalist form—a bench with a woven top and a low wooden side table, showcasing its elegant design and versatility as standalone pieces that can be adapted to various uses in any space

Narangi is a sustainable multi-functional furniture. The roots of Narangi’s design philosophy are entwined within India’s rich cultural beliefs and practice systems. Narangi brings to the world the Indian ideology of sustainability, where economic, social, cultural and environmental sustainability are given equal importance.

Material used - Acacia and Walnut Wood

Narangi is -
1. Handcrafted 
2. Made out of local materials
3. Portable
4. Cost effective
5. Multi-functional

Narangi is moulded by the user(s). The user(s) have complete control over what function Narangi plays in their spaces. The user can choose to use it as a table, low seat sofa, bench/charpai, c-table, stool, ottoman and even more.

Narangi utilized as a low seating arrangement, with a woman reclining on cushions while using her mobile phone on the adjacent Narangi table. This setup highlights the comfort and functionality of Narangi as both a seating and table solution.
Two women enjoying a relaxed moment with Narangi as a low table and floor seating. They sit close to the floor with tea cups, demonstrating Narangi's flexibility in creating intimate, social spaces.
C-Table
Narangi configured as a standing desk with a tall, minimalist setup. A woman stands while typing on her laptop, showcasing how Narangi can seamlessly transition to support an ergonomic, standing workspace.
A woman using Narangi as a bench with layered cushions, transforming it into a cozy workstation setup. She sits cross-legged while working on her laptop, illustrating Narangi's adaptability for different seating preferences
Two women using Narangi furniture in different forms—a low cushioned seat and a bench with a woven top. They sit comfortably, embodying Narangi's blend of functionality and traditional Indian craftsmanship
Three stages of the Narangi product lifecycle displayed in a structured layout. Stage 1 (Manufacturing and Design): Highlights simplicity in manufacturing with minimal waste, precise dimensions to reduce wastage, and energy-efficient joineries. Stage 2 (Product Usage): Emphasizes versatile functions to prevent excess furniture purchases, affordability to promote equality, active design for health, and alignment with Indian sustainability ideals to make the culture accessible globally. Stage 3 (End of Life): Focuses on the biodegradability of all components, recycling of Allen screws, reuse of cotton rope, and remanufacturing of wood into new products.
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