Bonsai Staklena šolja by Anita Ghasser is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Brončana nagrada A' Design Award in Dizajn Posuda za Pečenje, Stolnog Posuđa, Posuđa za Piće i Posuđa za Kuhanje Competition Category.

BronzaKuhinjski Pribor· 2026

Bonsai Staklena šolja

by Anita Ghasser

Client: Noritazeh, Sakura

Brončana nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Kuhinjski Pribor Category

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The Design

About Bonsai Staklena šolja

Bonsai je staklena šolja dizajnirana za tople napitke. Tijelo prati konture inspirisane plamenom, a ručka je oblikovana tako da odgovara prirodnoj krivulji šake za udoban i siguran hvat. Prozirno staklo prikazuje boju napitka i reflektuje svjetlost preko skulpturalne površine. Šolja je izrađena od natrij-kalcijevog stakla, izdržljivog materijala koji je otporan na promjene temperature i može se reciklirati više puta. Proizvodnja koristi zglobni kalup od nehrđajućeg čelika i proces oblikovanja rastopljenog stakla. Svaka šolja ima zapreminu od 250 ml, prečnik od 75 mm i visinu od 87 mm.

The Recognition

About the Brončana nagrada A' Design Award

Bonsai Staklena šolja je pobjednik Brončane nagrade A' Design Award, visoko prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje izvanrednim dizajnima što se odlikuju kreativnošću, domišljatošću i oštroumnošću. Brončani pobjednici izdašno su vješti i upečatljivo kreativni artefakti koji potvrđuju golemo iskustvo, maštu i snalažljivost svojih dizajnera. Očekuje se da Bonsai Staklena šolja bude visoko cijenjen, voljen i njegovan predmet koji je izuzetno profesionalan i inovativan. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Brončanu nagradu A' Design Award uključuje najbolje prakse u umjetnosti, nauci, dizajnu i tehnologiji i izvrstan je zbog pažnje posvećene detaljima. Bonsai Staklena šolja sjajno zadovoljava potrebe, dotiče želje, očarava osjećaje i privlači znatiželju.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The glass mug, featuring an ergonomic handle and flame-inspired contours, offers a unique experience for enjoying warm beverages. Its handle is shaped to follow the natural curve of the hand, ensuring greater comfort and safety when holding hot liquids. Made from transparent, heat-resistant glass, the mug highlights the color of the drink and enhances the reflection of flame forms, transforming it from a simple vessel into a functional and symbolic object for savoring warm and intimate moments.
Dimensions & Packaging: The packaging is made from recycled cardboard and includes 6 pieces mugs.
Each mug: Volume 250 ml, Diameter 75mm, Height 87mm.
Tags: glass mug, glassware, mug design, tableware, glass design, glass, drinkware, borosilicate
Production Technology: The mug made from soda-lime glass. The material is known for its strength, durability and temperature resistance. it made with hinge stainless steel mold and glass melt forming process. The glass can be molded and crafted in a variety of very different shapes and thicknesses. It is an infinitely recyclable material that can be re-melted again and again minimizing waste and environmental impact.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was connecting the flame to the handle of glass while considering manufacturability due to manufacturing constraints.
Research: It was a conceptual design that started with a sketch and was brought to life and production with the help of common modeling software. Considering the primary goal of any business, which is to generate revenue and sales, the goal of this product was to showcase elegance with a conceptual design for the artistic tastes and market of the customers.
Inspiration: This mug design takes inspiration from the eternal dance of fire. Flames have always fascinated humanity-not only as a source of warmth and light, but also as a symbol of passion, transformation and energy. The presence of this essence in a practical, every day product turns this mug into a piece of art that carries deeper meaning.
Project Duration: The project started in December 2024 for Sakura Brand at Noritazeh Glass Company in Tehran, Iran, and finished in April 2025.
Operation Flow: This glass mug with a flame‑inspired body and ergonomic handle is simple to use: pour your drink, grip the handle, and sip. Its sculpted curves catch and bend light, so as liquid level changes the appearance subtly shifts a small, elegant transformation. The integrated flame form improves grip and balance while amplifying visual appeal, making each drink feel steadier and more special.
Patents: "Copyrights belong to Noritazeh Co. Anita Ghasser, 2025"
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Anita Ghasser, 2025
Main image is Image #1