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Timeless Engineered

  • "The, ro3gz, RO1 chair concept focuses on longevity, which is achieved on the one hand through the use of robust, high-quality materials and on the other hand through timeless aesthetics.

    The fact that the materials used are recyclable underlines the claim to sustainability.

    An elegant armchair that has what it takes to become a classic."

    Rat für Formgebung | German Design Council

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  • Modern wooden and metal chair with a slanted backrest, situated against a tiled wall and gray carpeted floor.
  • Mid-century modern lounge chair with leather upholstery and metal frame, positioned on a carpeted floor against a tiled wall. In the background, a lamp with a striped base and a coffee machine are visible.
  • Modern coffee roasting machine with a glowing light in a white-tiled room, with various equipment and tools visible in the surroundings.
  • Close-up of a wooden table with a slit or gap in the center, part of a metallic object visible on the left side, and a blue background visible through the gap.
  • Close-up of a brown leather shoe with detailed stitching, resting on a metallic surface, with a blurred background featuring windows and picture frames.
  • Modern coffee shop interior with a coffee machine, a lamp on a white pedestal, wooden benches on a gray carpet, and tiled white walls.
  • Modern wooden and metal chair with a white bowl on top, set on a gray textured surface, with a tiled wall displaying a German design award for 2025.
  • Modern wooden and metal lounge chair with a slatted back and seat, positioned in a room with white tiled walls and a textured gray carpet.
  • A vintage-style reclining lounge chair with a brown leather cushion and metallic frame, situated on a gray carpet in an indoor space with white tiled walls, alongside lamps and modern decor.
  • Exhibit in a museum showcasing modern art, including a white curved sculpture on a white pedestal, a wooden bench, a sign with a black abstract design and the text 'ro3gz engineering long lasting objects', and marble tiled walls.
  • Close-up of a stack of fabric color swatches in yellow, brown, and gray, placed on a metal surface.
  • A close-up of a white and black label with a red hole reinforcement, hanging from a metal edge of a wooden surface, with a blurred background of a tiled wall and a concrete floor.
  • A modern kitchen island with a wood countertop, metal frame, and attached kitchen faucet, set on a plush gray carpet with white tiled wall in the background.
  • A modern indoor space with white tiled walls, a wooden seating bench, a coffee machine on a white table, and a black shelving unit with various items. The floor is carpeted, and there is a magazine or book open in the foreground.

The RO1 Chair was awarded the German Design Award 2025 — Excellent Product Design, Furniture category — by the Rat für Formgebung, German Design Council. Each RO1 is TÜV and DEKRA certified per unit, hand-engraved with a unique serial number, and assembled exclusively in Bavaria using aluminium and high-quality upholstery. The design is protected across six international markets including the EU, USA, Japan, China, Switzerland, and Norway. The RO1 is available in a numbered Founding Edition of 250 units, exclusively through Das Atelier, by invitation.

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  • "On behalf of the entire team Rat für Formgebung, I want to congratulate Pablo Rodriguez from ro3gz GmbH studio on their distinction at the German Design Awards 2025.”

    "2025 German Design Award Winner, the RO1 Chair (GDA2025-28066) in the category Excellent Product Design – Furniture"

    "The German Design Awards is one of the most renowned design awards worldwide and enjoys an excellent reputation far beyond circles of experts. Those who beat out the high-caliber competitors have successfully proven they are among the best.”

    Lutz Dietzold
    CEO Rat für Formgebung | German Design Council

  • ro3gz RO1 chair, Intellectual Property - Industrial Design - is granted and enforceable by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), Japan and Norway. Is also registered in additional global markets, including Switzerland, China, and the U.S.A, among other key markets. | Designer Pablo Rodriguez.

    All content on our website—including design, text, graphics, logos, and images—belongs to Ro3gz GmbH Studio and is safeguarded by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Any unauthorized use of our intellectual property is strictly prohibited.

  • ro3gz blueprint is for local design, engineering and manufacturing. This path is based on some of the following factors:

    Carbon Footprint and Transportation, Energy Consumption, Labor Practices, Resource and Waste Management. The local Economy Development, Community Impact, Product Life Cycle Quality, The Value Chain, and The Environmental Impact.

    Bavaria’s stringent environmental regulations and advanced waste management practices are the bedrock of our eco-efficiency practice, supporting RO1 chair regenerative development.

  • Engraved with a secured serial number, each RO1 Chair is as individual as the story it tells. This number signifies value and authenticity, ensuring that every chair is not just a piece of furniture but a part of a regenerative attitude crafted with care and purpose.

    The serial number ensures our customers purchase a unique and genuine Made in Bavaria RO1 chair.

  • Timeless objects create long-term viability. We used handcraft design and engineering to simplify a neutral, crafted chair to the maximum, without any trendy features that become outdated and are quickly replaced.

    We endeavored to create long-lasting objects that would be a resource at the end of their lives.

  • RO1 chair was planned for eventual recycling by using materials and components that can be easily separated and reprocessed at the end of its life cycle.

    RO1 chair is proximally 80% Aluminum (recycled aluminum), 19 % solid wood, and 1% stainless steel, used for bolt connections.

  • RO1 chair was conceived to use the fewest materials possible: Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and Solid Wood.

    Bolt connectors are made of stainless steel for durability and corrosion-free.

    Aluminum is chosen primarily due to its durability, lightweight properties, corrosion resistance, and infinite recyclability.

    As part of our commitment to sustainability, we are currently transitioning to manufacturing the RO1 chair with fully recycled Aluminum.

    We are dedicated to responsible sourcing. Therefore, we are selecting vendors with raw material certifications such as DIN EN 13920, ISO 14001, ASI, and DIN EN 13920 or similar, ensuring the highest quality and ethical standards.

    We prioritize wood with certifications like the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), ensuring it comes from sustainably managed forests that protect biodiversity and local communities. Depending on the availability of wood used, it can vary from certified wood to the specific type.

  • RO1 chair is crafted to allow easy replacement of parts or components, promoting repair over disposal.

    RO1 chair components are 12 Stainless Steel bolt connectors | 2 Aluminium Wings | 2 Aluminium feet | 4 Aluminium Landing Gears | 2 Aluminium Stabilizers | 2 Aluminium Round Bars | and 1 Aluminium rectangular bar | 4 wooden plates.

    The chair components were designed to be only tightened together; as part of the “reduced" design principles, we avoided welding or glue.

  • The Ro1 chair is handcrafted and finished with natural plant oil wax products.

  • Please choose from our cushions in smooth Leather, textured Denim Selvage, or modern Kvadrat fabrics. Each offers unique comfort for every style.

    We use sustainable foam materials such as Natural Latex foam with OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, CertiPUR-US, and Blue Angel (Blauer Engel) Certified, Germany's environmental certification, which signifies that products are eco-friendly, use recycled materials, and meet high sustainability standards.

  • The RO1 chair is designed for long-term viability. It uses aluminum to create a product built to last and crafted to minimize ecological impact through regenerative design. Aluminum accepts an infinite recycling process.

    Using suitable material is only one part of the equation. The design and engineering have been driven to simplify each process layer, design, operations, manufacture, and assembly to the maximum.

    Our engineering strategy used only two manufacturing processes, such as water jet cutting and milling, from raw aluminum to the final RO1 chair.

    We commit to simple standards to contribute to sustainability and local development. Our supply chain is within a 180 km radius of our facilities in Herzogenaurach, maximizing a resource efficiency model in each development.

    We frequently check our progress in sustainable design to enhance environmental protection and design quality.

  • At ro3gz GmbH, we aim for a minimal, slow-cooked process to enhance regenerative design.

    All projects are conceived on the classic drawing board; nothing starts electronically.

    Concepts are drawn on a scale of 1:1 for an accurate feel. We use pencils, rulers, a compass, and lots of erasers. Once the designs are finished, we translate them into 3D for manufacturing.

    If a design requires an additional manufacturing process to "look different,” we return to the drawing board and redefine the concept to keep it as simple as possible.

    Simplicity and resourcefulness are essential to our goal of creating long-lasting products that prioritize functionality and sustainability.

  • Enhancing a zero-waste economy programs, with RO1 Chair.

    Closed-loop buy-back. Customers can return their used RO1 chairs in exchange for store credit or a discount on future purchases. Chairs can be refurbished or recycled, reducing environmental waste and promoting circular economy principles.

    Secondary line of certified pre-owned or refurbished Ro1 chairs. Customers can trade in their old chairs, which are then refurbished and resold at premium markets.

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