Buffa – Prostoria’s Finalist at the 2025 NYCxDESIGN Awards
We are delighted to announce that Buffa, our armchair designed by Numen/ForUse, has been named a finalist at the 2025 NYCxDESIGN Awards in the Residential Lounge Collection category. This prestigious recognition celebrates Buffa’s thoughtful design and its alignment with the evolving rhythms of contemporary life. As part of the globally renowned NYCxDESIGN Festival, which brings together the world’s leading creatives in New York City from May 15–21, Buffa’s place among the finalists affirms its relevance and design excellence on the international stage.
15 — 05 — 2025
Celebrating at NYCxDESIGN
Buffa has been named a finalist for the 2025 NYCxDESIGN Awards and will be honored at the ceremony on May 19 at 1 Penn Plaza, New York City. Interior Design magazine’s Editor-in-Chief, Cindy Allen, will announce the winners as the event shines a spotlight on outstanding achievements across the design world.
At its core, Buffa is more than just furniture-it’s a reflection of how design adapts to the ways we live, work, and relax.
A Design Perfectly Timed for Now
Buffa is a response to the present moment - a time when the boundaries between public and private, work and leisure, are increasingly blurred. As we move through fluid spaces and hybrid lifestyles, comfort takes precedence, and the pillow becomes a symbol of that need. Buffa channels this ethos through its inviting, voluminous form, combining tactile softness with expressive form. Even its name suggests a certain lightness and ease, attuned to the Zeitgeist of modern living.
Sculpted for Comfort, Designed with Wit
Buffa’s sculptural shape is more than aesthetic - it’s ergonomically attuned to the body. The generous curves and plush profile convey immediate comfort, while subtle, angular accents playfully exaggerate its inner fullness.
A touch of theatricality runs through its design, with hints of Italian comic opera present in its overlapping forms and spirited silhouette. This influence infuses Buffa with a sense of character and warmth—qualities that invite both interaction and emotion.
Versatility Across Contexts
While Buffa is available as part of a modular sofa system, complete with a luxurious corner element for deeper lounging, the armchair stands confidently on its own. Its adaptability makes it ideal for both private homes and public interiors, from residential lounges to hotel lobbies and cultural venues.
Constructed with a steel frame, high-resilience foam, and premium upholstery, Buffa balances longevity with indulgent comfort - an inviting presence in any space.
Explore Buffa and the full collection on our website.
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