How we work

Many furniture projects fail not because of design, but because of the gap between concept and manufacturing.

O-FLEX³ was built to address this gap. We support brands and designers by turning ideas into reliable furniture through technical validation, industrial development and in-house production. Acting as a single industrial partner, we help secure projects early and carry them through to manufacturing with clarity and consistency.

  • Is this idea technically viable ?

  • How can this furniture be manufactured properly ?

  • How do we turn plans into finished furniture ?

How a we develop projects at O-FLEX³

Every project follows three clear stages : Idea, plan, object

Each stage exists to remove a specific risk and move the project forward with certainty.

Croquis de deux chaises de salon avec annotations en français, montrant la conception et les idées de modification, y compris l'inclinaison du dossier, la poignée pour déplacer, améliorer la liaison, et la nécessité d'ajuster le dossier.

1. Technical validation

Securing the idea

The problem we solve

Many furniture ideas look right on paper but fail once they meet physical constraints.

Weak structures, unrealistic sections, unsuitable materials or impossible assemblies often appear too late — when time and money are already committed.

What we do at this stage

We test the idea against reality.

We check whether the design can stand, be assembled, and last over time. When needed, we adjust the design while preserving its intent.

What this gives you

  • Confidence that the idea is technically sound

  • Early decisions instead of late corrections

  • A concept that can safely move forward

Result

A secured idea, ready to be industrialized.

Plan technique d'une chaise avec différentes annotations et mesures en millimètres.

2. Industrial Development

Making the project producible

The problem we solve

A technically valid design can still be impossible to produce properly.

Without industrial thinking, costs explode, quality becomes inconsistent, and production turns into trial and error.

What we do at this stage

We define how the furniture will actually be made.

We adapt the design to real production constraints: machines, tolerances, sequences and finishes. Everything is prepared to ensure repeatability and control.

What this gives you

A clear and realistic production method

Controlled costs and lead times

A product designed for consistency, not improvisation

Result

A production-ready plan, ready to be manufactured.

Chaise moderne noire avec dossier rond en dessous d’un mur gris.

3. Production

How do we turn plans into finished furniture ?

With a validated industrial plan, we manufacture the furniture in-house.

Production follows the defined processes, with controlled quality, finishes and logistics.

This final stage turns the project into a finished, repeatable and reliable product.

Outcome:

Finished industrial furniture, ready to be delivered.

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Inside our processes

  • Invisible Laser Welding

    At OFLEX3, we specialize in invisible laser welding. Using cutting-edge technology, our welds are so discreet they become practically invisible once the finish is applied. This process ensures strong, aesthetic, and perfectly seamless structures, ideal for elegant designs.

  • High-Precision Tube Bending

    Our advanced bending machine, equipped with 3D programming, allows us to shape metal tubes with extreme precision. Each curve is crafted in a single pass, delivering fast, reliable, and exceptionally high-quality results, even for the most complex forms.

  • Precision Cutting

    Thanks to our laser cutting technology, we produce cuts with unmatched precision on both sheets and metal tubes. This enables us to create flawless edges and components that fit perfectly, meeting the requirements of even the most demanding designs.

  • Zoom sur le détail d'une chaise ou d'une sculpture en plastique vert avec des formes arrondies et luisantes.

    High-Quality Finishes

    OFLEX3 offers a wide range of finishes to elevate your creations. In collaboration with our suppliers, we provide a variety of options such as polishing, chroming, painting, and more. Each finish is tailored to meet the specific aesthetic and functional needs of your project.

  • Une rangée de tissus de différentes couleurs, allant du rouge à gauche au gris clair à droite, avec une texture en relief.

    ⁠Integration of Various Materials

    We collaborate with a network of local suppliers in Portugal to incorporate a wide range of materials into your projects. Wood, glass, fabrics, cushions, or stone—each element is custom-made to blend seamlessly with your creations, offering complete and personalized turnkey solutions.