2025

Design Awards Silver Winner - Ramakanth Evani

VitaPod – AI

Entrant Company

Ramakanth Evani

Category

Seating & Comfort Furniture - Convertible Furniture

Client's Name

Country / Region:

United States

Inspiration
VitaPod was conceived in response to the growing global demand for restorative comfort, personal space, and emotional balance. Modern life often lacks sanctuaries where people can disconnect, recharge, and feel supported. Drawing inspiration from the natural symbolism of the womb, VitaPod’s cocoon-like design evokes security and renewal. By merging modular furniture design with adaptive technologies, it reimagines everyday furniture as an intelligent wellness system for diverse environments.

Project Description
VitaPod is a cocoon-shaped capsule that adapts to users through both physical versatility and smart integration. Its modular design supports customizable shapes, transforming seamlessly between beanbag, chair, sofa, and reclining pod. This flexibility makes it suitable for homes, offices, clinics, resorts, wellness centers, and leisure spaces. Beyond form, VitaPod integrates smart systems of light, sound, warmth, and vibration to create a multi-sensory retreat. Embedded sensors and discreet cameras detect posture, gestures, and presence, enabling the pod to respond naturally in real time. It can even recognize children or companion animals, maintaining a calm and supportive environment. A multilingual, cloud-based AI assistant personalizes the experience, making it inclusive across languages, cultures, and accessibility needs. VitaPod is not just a piece of furniture—it is a connected ecosystem designed for holistic well-being.

Operation
VitaPod is designed for intuitive use. Simply sit and lean back to activate reclining support, or pull the top shell forward to form a semi-private cocoon for reading, napping, or meditation. Ambient lighting and sensory effects adjust automatically to mood and time of day. Ergonomic contours cradle the body in every posture, while cameras allow for gesture-based control—such as dimming lights with a wave or adjusting sound with a nod. A companion mobile app extends customization, allowing users to configure shape modes, wellness presets, or schedule restorative sessions in advance. The result is a natural, cozy, and calming experience—like stepping into a personal retreat enhanced by intelligent, connected design.

Credits

Independent Technology Researcher
Ramakanth Evani
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