Séjour

Archibald Simon – Séjour

While the French word "séjour" refers, on the one hand, to the act of residing somewhere, it also denotes the living room of a home. It is precisely this multiple meaning that informs the Séjour project: a sofa bed designed for hospitality in all its forms — sharing and conviviality with guests, then comfort and privacy when used as a bed. When the sofa converts into a double bed, its backrest transforms into a screen, creating a private space for the occupant and shielding them from the hustle and bustle of the living room, so they may feel right at home.

Diploma project (2026)

Students
Archibald Simon
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