2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

Butterfly-shaped pillow

Entrant

Nantong Weijule Textile Co., Ltd.

Category

Furniture Design - Bedding

Client's Name

Caihong Wang

Country / Region

China

About The Entry

It is a butterfly-shaped pillow that integrates professional ergonomic neck support with minimalist home aesthetics. Inspired by the biomimetic form of unfolded butterfly wings, the pillow features a multi-gradient 3D curved surface that breaks away from the flat and monotonous shape of traditional neck support pillows. The naturally contoured profile delineates functional zones for back-sleeping support and side-sleeping cushioning, while the contrasting color-blocked layered fabrics visually distinguish the soft and firm support modules. The entire pillow adopts a seamless and streamlined contour with rounded transitions, the integrated molding process subtly removes the sense of disjointed splicing, presenting a sculptural 3D texture with a soft touch. The low-saturation color palette can be naturally blended into various bedroom styles, including modern, light luxury, and Japanese-inspired aesthetics. The product is refined through ergonomic design based on the craniocervical and shoulder dimensions of Asian physiques, featuring an asymmetrical dual-wing structure that accommodates both narrow and broad shoulder types. The side wings incorporate recessed ear-cavity avoidance grooves, addressing the common discomforts of ear pressure and zygomatic compression during side sleeping. From front to back, the pillow body comprises four continuous curved zones: beauty buffer, cervical support, cranial pressure relief, and shoulder-back conformity. Paired with an integrally molded gradient-density core, this design delivers firm and effective support for the neck, a soft touch for the head, and differentiated pressure distribution. In back-sleeping positions, it accurately fills the cervical physiological curve, preventing unsupported suspension and reverse arching. In side-sleeping positions, it maintains a neutral alignment of the head, neck, and spine, effectively alleviating compensatory shoulder elevation and reducing common morning issues such as neck stiffness and facial pressure marks. The pillow core is made of high-density slow-rebound memory foam, providing lasting support with resistance to sagging. The pillow case features a partitioned combination of a dark, silky, matte cooling fabric and a light blue, soft, skin-friendly fabric, balancing breathable cooling with gentle tactile comfort. The product is suitable for all seasons and can be removable and washable for easy maintenance. Also, it is adaptable to multiple scenarios, including midday rest and lumbar support while seated.

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