Designing For Comfort And Sustainability: Ewa Półtorak In The Clip Collection

Today's dynamic work environment requires spaces that encourage relaxation, effective team meetings and offer a professional yet relaxed settings for client interactions. Interiors, such as conference rooms and informal group work areas, need furniture that fosters interaction, provides a high level of comfort and supports user well:being. The Clip collection meets the needs not only of modern offices but also of shared spaces in hotels, airports, and shopping malls.

We speak with designer Ewa Półtorak about the latest Clip collection, her inspiration and the key elements of design. 

What is most important to you in design?

It begins with a conversation with the client—understanding their needs and establishing a shared workflow. It continues through discussions and analysis within the design team and ultimately leads to a consensus. Logic, consistency in form and materials, and communication with the viewer are all crucial elements. Each of these stages represents a different form of dialogue.

What was the process of designing the new Clip collection for Bejot like?

Like any new project I develop, Clip is the result of many components and an extensive process of analysis. Nothing is created by accident—every detail is logical, carefully considered, and designed to solve a problem while enhancing everyday life.

Clip is characterized by an interesting form. Where did the idea come from?

The main inspiration in the initial stages of the design process was a simple office paperclip. Using its characteristic bends as a reference, I created small wire models to develop the structure of the seat. I experimented with more than a dozen different models, focusing on the playfulness of metal bending. The other elements of the collection—such as sofas, tables, and chairs—naturally evolved from this foundation.

What sets this collection apart?

In my opinion, two key aspects define this collection.

The first is comfort. When designing Clip, I prioritized ergonomics, using bentwood construction to maximize comfort. Carefully selected angles, dimensions, and proportions—combined with a well-thought-out internal structure—result in exceptionally comfortable and ergonomic furniture.

The second crucial element is sustainability. Unfortunately, circularity is often overlooked in mass furniture production. From the very beginning, the Clip collection was designed with easy recycling in mind. Upholstery staples have been replaced with locks, allowing for the quick and simple removal of upholstered parts. Thanks to these innovative solutions, the furniture can be easily dismantled, and its materials reused, ultimately reducing its environmental impact.

For which spaces is the Clip collection designed?

The Clip collection is primarily intended for informal meeting rooms in modern offices, reception areas, hotel lobbies, and cafés. Depending on the choice of colors and fabrics, it can also seamlessly complement home interiors, adding an eclectic feel.

What three words would you use to describe the collection you created for Bejot?

Fun, bending, continuation.

Ewa Półtorak - Founder of Calma Creative, a design studio based in Valencia that creates furniture for manufacturers worldwide. She is passionate about simple yet intentional forms, natural materials, and smart technical solutions. Her approach to design is multifaceted—often beginning with research on the target audience, understanding their needs, and analyzing production processes. In parallel, she develops dozens of sketches and models, ensuring that the final product is always a balance of analysis and intuition.