{"id":5656,"date":"2026-04-15T13:58:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T13:58:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/?post_type=luxoria_news&#038;p=5656"},"modified":"2026-04-15T13:58:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T13:58:26","slug":"celebrating-vasileios-michou-at-the-porada-international-design-award-2025","status":"publish","type":"luxoria_news","link":"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/fr\/interior-design\/celebrating-vasileios-michou-at-the-porada-international-design-award-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Vasileios Michou at the Porada International Design Award 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/VM-SCENE-PEAK-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5665\" style=\"width:714px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/VM-SCENE-PEAK-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/VM-SCENE-PEAK-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/VM-SCENE-PEAK-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/VM-SCENE-PEAK-2.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">At Luxoria Interiors, we are proud to celebrate a remarkable achievement within our own team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">Interior architect and designer&nbsp;<strong>Vasileios Michou<\/strong>, part of the Luxoria family, has been awarded&nbsp;<strong>2nd Prize in the Professionals category<\/strong>&nbsp;at the&nbsp;<em>Porada International Design Award 2025<\/em>&nbsp;for his sofa concept,&nbsp;<em>Peak<\/em>. It is a recognition that reflects not only his individual talent, but also the level of creativity and design thinking we value deeply within the studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gutenberg-heading gutenberg-heading-undefined wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\">A concept shaped by landscape and memory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\"><em>Peak<\/em>&nbsp;draws its inspiration from the Alpine landscape, not as a literal reference, but as a memory of how natural elements shape space and movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">The design explores a quiet tension between two forces. The armrests rise with a sense of elevation, echoing the steep, upward pull of mountain ranges. In contrast, the seat and backrest introduce softness and continuity, reflecting the gentle, flowing movement of rivers at their base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">This balance between structure and fluidity gives the piece its identity. It feels architectural, yet calm. Defined, yet effortless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gutenberg-heading gutenberg-heading-undefined wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\">A refined and sculptural approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">There is a clarity to Vasileios\u2019 work that is immediately recognisable. In&nbsp;<em>Peak<\/em>, influences such as the minimalism of Isamu Noguchi and the elegance of Art Deco are present, not as direct references, but as shared sensibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">The result is a design that feels composed and intentional. Every line, curve and proportion has been carefully considered, creating a piece that sits naturally within a sophisticated interior without overpowering it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gutenberg-heading gutenberg-heading-undefined wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\">Designed with craftsmanship in mind<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">Beyond its aesthetic,\u00a0<em>Peak<\/em>\u00a0demonstrates a strong understanding of construction and material. The armrests and back are conceived as a single, unified element, reinforcing both stability and visual coherence. The use of solid Noce Canaletto, combined with a hollow internal structure, reflects an intelligent approach to material efficiency while maintaining strength and integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">This attention to detail ensures that the concept aligns seamlessly with Porada\u2019s design philosophy, where craftsmanship and material honesty are essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gutenberg-heading gutenberg-heading-undefined wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\">A flexible and contemporary vision<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/A1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5671\" style=\"width:704px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/A1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/A1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/A1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/A1-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">The project has also been developed with adaptability in mind.&nbsp;<em>Peak<\/em>&nbsp;can evolve into a sectional configuration, with an L-shaped extension functioning as a daybed and additional elements allowing for more expansive compositions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">It is a thoughtful response to modern living, where interiors are expected to adapt while maintaining a strong visual identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gutenberg-heading gutenberg-heading-undefined wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\">A moment of pride for Luxoria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">For us, this recognition goes beyond the project itself. We are incredibly proud to have Vasileios as part of Luxoria. His achievement at the Porada International Design Award is a testament to his creativity, dedication and design intelligence, and it reflects the calibre of talent we are fortunate to work with every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">At Luxoria Interiors, we believe that great design comes from people first \u2014 from their ideas, their perspectives and their passion for creating meaningful spaces.&nbsp;<em>Peak<\/em>&nbsp;is a beautiful example of that philosophy brought to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\">To see more from us, our news stories and blog posts, follow the link\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/news\/\">HERE<\/a>. Additionally, if you want to keep up to date with the progress of our projects, you can follow us on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/luxoria_interiors\/\">Instagram<\/a>. We regularly post updates on our international projects!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gutenberg-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":5663,"template":"","news_types":[],"class_list":["post-5656","luxoria_news","type-luxoria_news","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail"],"yoast_head":"<title>Vasileios Michou Porada Design Award 2025 - Luxoria<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Vasileios Michou of Luxoria Interiors wins 2nd Prize at the Porada Design Award 2025 with Peak, a refined sofa inspired by Alpine landscapes.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.luxoria.fr\/interior-design\/celebrating-vasileios-michou-at-the-porada-international-design-award-2025\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"fr_FR\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Vasileios Michou Porada Design Award 2025 - 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