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Ramakanth Evani’s VitaPod – AI Brings Wellness and Intelligence into Everyday Living

Ramakanth Evani’s VitaPod – AI Brings Wellness and Intelligence into Everyday Living

In today’s fast-paced world, the need for rest and personal space has become more essential than ever. Designer Ramakanth Evani recognized this growing demand and created VitaPod – AI, a piece of convertible furniture that invites users to pause, recharge, and reconnect with their sense of balance. Conceived with a deep understanding of comfort and emotional well-being, VitaPod combines the softness of organic design with the intelligence of technology to create a space that feels personal and alive.


For Evani, the inspiration behind VitaPod traces back to the symbolism of the womb, a shape that naturally evokes feelings of safety and renewal. Evani sought to translate this sense of enclosure into a modern context, creating a cocoon-like capsule that feels both comforting and futuristic. Its modular form allows for multiple configurations, shifting smoothly between a beanbag, a lounge chair, a sofa, or a fully reclining pod. 

While its form alone offers serenity, what truly sets VitaPod apart is its intelligent design. Embedded within its smooth shell are sensors, discreet cameras, and adaptive systems that work quietly in the background. The pod detects posture, gestures, and even presence, adjusting itself to support the body’s natural curves or enhance the atmosphere with light, warmth, and sound. It can recognize when a child or pet enters, gently shifting its environment to maintain a calm mood. The built-in AI assistant extends this personalization further, supporting multiple languages and accessibility needs, so that the experience feels tailored to whoever occupies it.


Using VitaPod feels intuitive from the very first touch. Sitting down activates a reclining support system that naturally adjusts to your position. Pulling the top shell forward creates a semi-private cocoon, ideal for reading, meditation, or a short nap. Gesture control adds another layer of ease, dimming the lights or shifting the sound with a simple movement.

Through the VitaPod app, users can go even deeper into customization, planning relaxation sessions or choosing from preset wellness modes. Every element is designed to respond fluidly, without requiring complicated inputs or settings. The result is a space that feels human, responsive, and quietly attuned to one’s rhythm.


Evani’s creation redefines what comfort can mean in modern living. VitaPod offers simply not only a place to rest but also a companion in maintaining emotional balance and personal renewal, an intelligent sanctuary built for the way people live today. This versatility makes VitaPod suitable for homes, offices, clinics, resorts, and wellness centers; anywhere people need a quiet moment away from the constant motion of their surroundings. Evani's design proves what modern living needs, which secured him an award-winning title for VitaPod - AI.

Credits

Entry Title: VitaPod – AI

Entrant Name: Ramakanth Evani

Winning Category: Seating & Comfort Furniture - Convertible Furniture

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