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Fractal 9 is a modular sculptural furniture piece that merges art and mathematics to reflect the balance and harmony of fractal nature. Its analysis through the Digital Root reveals a profound connection with the square, the golden ratio, and the number 9. Crafted from sustainable materials, its design adapts seamlessly to various spaces, functioning as a bookshelf, display surface, or sculptural piece. Beyond form and function, Fractal 9 serves as a vehicle for artistic and symbolic expression, integrating order, balance, and unity into its composition.
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Fractal 9 is a modular sculptural furniture piece with a deep connection to the square, the golden ratio, and the number 9. Inspired by the fractal structures of nature and crafted from sustainable materials, it offers a versatile and sophisticated solution for organization and interior design. Fractal 9 conveys a message of order, balance, and unity, emphasizing that we are part of a fractal nature, where every element serves a purpose within a greater system.
Fractal design, sculpture furniture, square, golden ratio, number 9, sustainable materials, contemporary design, digital root, geometric art.
Fractal 9 merges traditional craftsmanship with advanced technology. Its wooden modules are precisely machined using CNC milling to achieve accurate cuts and key angles. The acrylic assembly pieces are laser-cut, ensuring a perfect fit. FSC-certified wood, transparent acrylic, and stainless steel provide sustainability, strength, and durability. The hand-applied finish enhances its aesthetics, seamlessly blending industrial precision with artisanal refinement.
Theoretically, the biggest challenge was the thought process required to establish the conceptual principles that underpin the model’s connection with the square, the golden ratio, and the number 9. This analysis, based on the Digital Root, revealed a coherence that transcends the project itself and gave rise to an ongoing line of research. In practice, the assembly system posed a great challenge, as the solution had to be robust enough to support the structure, yet subtle enough to integrate without compromising its aesthetics and visual perception.
The first model was created in September 2019 as a personal design exploration. Over the years, it gained deeper significance, leading to structural and aesthetic refinements. In November 2024, the latest version was developed as a conceptual design with potential for future commercialization.
The modular assembly is performed using an Allen wrench, enabling its transformation between an Integral Unit and two Essential Units. It adapts seamlessly to various spaces and functions serving as a bookshelf, a display surface, or a sculptural piece. User interaction is intuitive, fostering creative exploration and customization of the environment through its flexible configuration and striking visual impact.
Type of Research: Applied research. Research Objectives: To validate the geometric and mathematical consistency of the design using the Digital Root. Methodology: Quantitative analysis of angles and proportions to identify recurring patterns. Data Collection: Geometric measurements and numerical calculations to evaluate coherence. Experiments: Stability assessment across various configurations. Results: Confirmation of structural stability and recurring numerical patterns. Impact: Fractal 9 integrates art, geometry, and design, inspiring applications in architecture and applied mathematics education.
Everything started with the need to make use of an empty space in the living room of my home. The goal was to create a piece of furniture that blended aesthetics and functionality, enhancing the space with a distinctive touch. Over time, this initial model was analyzed through the Digital Root, unveiling significant numerical connections embedded in its structure. This discovery marked a turning point, leading to the conceptual design presented here: Fractal 9.
Image #1: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Fractal 9, 2025. Image #2: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Integral Unit, 2025. Image #3: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Variations, 2025. Image #4: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Essential Unit, 2025. Image #5: Photographer Miguel Espejo, Lateral View, 2025. Video Credits: Video Creator Miguel Espejo, Fractal 9, 2025. Music: Amalgam by Rockot (Pixabay, Royalty-Free Music).
Fractal 9 Sculptural Shelf has been a Bronze winner in the Furniture Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
Miguel Espejo was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work Fractal 9 Sculptural Shelf.
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Bogotá-based designer Miguel Espejo has been honored with the Bronze A' Furniture Design Award 2025 for Fractal 9, a sculptural modular shelf inspired by fractal geometry, the golden ratio, and the number 9, blending sustainable materials with mathematical artistry to redefine contemporary furniture design.
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