Mr Eggo Versamelbare Glasvoorwerp by Cagkan Paca and Guler Keresteci

Mr Eggo Versamelbare Glasvoorwerp by Cagkan Paca and Guler Keresteci is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award in Yster in Beeldende Kunste en Kunsinstallasie Ontwerp Competition Category.

YsterBeeldende Kuns· 2026

Mr Eggo Versamelbare Glasvoorwerp

by Cagkan Paca and Guler Keresteci

Client: Marquisate

A' Design Award in Yster Winner in Beeldende Kuns Category

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The Design

About Mr Eggo Versamelbare Glasvoorwerp

Mr Eggo is 'n versamelbare glasvoorwerp wat met die hand in 'n Istanboelse ateljee gemaak word. Die ontwerp kombineer 'n eiervormige liggaam met 'n digte spiraal wat om die vorm draai. Mr Eggo word gevorm terwyl die glas warm is, teen 1200 grade Celsius, met behulp van tradisionele mondgeblaasde tegnieke en metaalgereedskap. Meerfasige polering en beheerde afkoeling gee die oppervlak hoë optiese helderheid. Die spiraal lyk asof dit van ritme verander wanneer die voorwerp uit verskillende hoeke bekyk word. Elke kleur word in 'n beperkte uitgawe van 20 stukke vervaardig. Die vorm put inspirasie uit die koepel van die Hagia Sophia en uit die eier as 'n simbool van potensiaal.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Yster

Mr Eggo Versamelbare Glasvoorwerp is 'n wenner van die A' Design Award in Yster, 'n prestigieuse erkenning wat toegeken word aan goeie ontwerpe wat voldoen aan die professionele en industriële vereistes wat van goed ontwerpte skeppings verwag word. Wenners in Yster toon groot vaardigheid, hoë spesialisasie, kundige begrip en die kreatiewe vermoë van hul skeppers. Daar word verwag dat Mr Eggo Versamelbare Glasvoorwerp 'n hoog aangeskrewe, bewonderde en gekoesterde skepping is wat prakties en innoverend is. Hierdie ontwerp wat die A' Design Award in Yster gewen het, integreer die beste praktyke in die bedryf en het bekwame tegniese kenmerke gekoppel aan kundigheid en talent. Mr Eggo Versamelbare Glasvoorwerp word gerespekteer vir sy deeglikheid en is ontwerp om verbeterings in lewensgehalte te bied wat help om die wêreld 'n beter plek te maak.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Crafted in our Istanbul atelier using the traditional precision mouth-blown glass technique, the piece incorporates a spiral outline while hot, requiring exceptional skill due to its denser form. Produced with Kristalika by our dedicated team, it is limited to an edition of 20 per colour, each Mr Eggo bearing the unrepeatable imprint of its creation
Dimensions & Packaging: H 250 mm × W 200 mm × D 190 mm
Tags: glass art, hand blown glass, collectible object, contemporary sculpture, limited edition, sensory art, functional art, avant garde design, Istanbul atelier
Production Technology: Produced at 1200 degrees Celsius in our Istanbul atelier using Kristalika glass, each piece is hand-crafted through traditional mouth-blown techniques with the aid of specialized metal tools. After shaping, it undergoes a multi-stage polishing and controlled cooling process to maximize optical clarity and surface quality
Design Challenge: The main challenge was preventing cracks caused by the stress between the dense spiral and the slender egg-shaped main body during the hot glass formation process. This required developing a proprietary technique and conducting extensive testing to ensure structural stability while maintaining the intended aesthetics. Additional challenges included achieving compatibility between color codes produced in different chemical compositions, controlling kiln temperatures, and maintaining optimal ambient conditions. Due to the chemical differences between locally produced and imported glass colors, we selected brands with more advanced properties, identifying specific tones that matched the required codes through extensive meetings and consultations, and imported them ensuring that no stage of the production process was left to chance.
Research: This project merges traditional glassblowing craftsmanship with contemporary sculptural design, focusing on the dynamic interaction between form and viewer perception. The integration of a dense spiral around a slender main body was achieved through a proprietary hot glass technique developed to control stress during formation. Produced with Kristalika glass at 1200 degrees Celsius in our Istanbul workshop, each piece underwent advanced polishing for a flawless finish. The result emerged from an extensive R&D process, where every detail from color codes to gram specific glass composition was rigorously tested. This method delivers a refined balance between form and tension, enhancing both the tactile engagement and the artistic value of the limited edition collectible.
Inspiration: Inspired by the dome and intricate motifs of Hagia Sophia one of the finest examples of the ancient architecture hosted by Istanbul’s storied lands Mr. Eggo embodies a contemporary interpretation of traditional mouth-blown glass, giving form a distinct identity. Drawing on the egg as a universal symbol of potential and the spiral as the code of the cosmos, it explores the continuity of rebirth. With its sculptural presence, it awaits to be understood through a tactile and visual dialogue.
Project Duration: The project started in July 2023 and was completed in January 2025
Operation Flow: The egg shaped main body, encircled by the spiral, changes its rhythm when viewed from different angles, offering a constantly shifting visual experience. With its concept and aesthetics, it adds meaning to the atmosphere.
Team Members: Cagkan Paca and Guler Keresteci
Image Credits: Image #1: Photograph by Cagkan Paca, White Background Product Shot, 2024.