1001 Nights Imballaghju per Frutti Secchi by Mahsa Mohammadzadeh

1001 Nights Imballaghju per Frutti Secchi by Mahsa Mohammadzadeh is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award di Ferru in Disignu di Imballaghju Competition Category.

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1001 Nights Imballaghju per Frutti Secchi

by Mahsa Mohammadzadeh

Client: Dastan Nuts

A' Design Award di Ferru Winner in Imballaghju Category

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The Design

About 1001 Nights Imballaghju per Frutti Secchi

1001 Notte hè un imballaghju cilindricu cuncepitu per frutti secchi. L'illustrazione hè ispirata da i cunti di Mille è Una Notte è mischja disegnu à manu è illustrazione digitale. U cuntenitore hè fattu in carta ricicata cù un rivistimentu internu sicuru per l'alimenti. U corpu hè stampatu in offset cù una laminazione opaca, è certe zone sò finite cù foglia d'oru o foglia d'argentu. U logu di a marca hè gravatu in reliev nantu à u cuperchju. U cuperchju telescopicu s'apre è si chjude facilmente è forma una chjusura sicura. U cuperchju serve dinò cum'è ciotula per i frutti secchi è cum'è cuntenitore per e scorze.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award di Ferru

1001 Nights Imballaghju per Frutti Secchi hè un vincitore di u premiu A' Design Award di Ferru, una ricunniscenza prestigiosa attribuita à i boni disegni chì rispondenu à i requisiti prufessiunali è industriali aspettati da creazioni ben cuncipite. I vincitori di Ferru dimustranu una grande abilità, una alta specializazione, una cumpresa esperta è a capacità creativa di i so creatori. Si aspetta chì 1001 Nights Imballaghju per Frutti Secchi sia una creazione assai apprezzata, ammirata è cara chì hè pratica è innuvatrice. Stu disegnu vincitore di u premiu A' Design Award di Ferru integra e migliori pratiche di u settore è hà caratteristiche tecniche cumpetenti ligate à u sapè fà è à u talentu. 1001 Nights Imballaghju per Frutti Secchi hè rispettatu per a so meticulosità è hè cuncipitu per furnisce miglioramenti di a qualità di a vita chì aiutanu à fà di u mondu un locu megliu.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This nut packaging design is inspired by the tales of One Thousand and One Nights, combining hand-drawn and digital illustrations to create a precise and artistic result. The graphic design on the can reflects traditional craftsmanship and is carried out with care and attention to detail. One of the main challenges in production was using recycled cardboard, ensuring both hygiene standards and environmental sustainability. The cylinder was designed and crafted first, followed by the careful application of the label. To enhance the visual appeal, a thoughtful blend of light and dark colors was used, and the logo was engraved on the can lid. Sections of the design are delicately gold-foiled and silver-foiled. Additionally, the lid serves a dual purpose, acting as both a shell collector and a serving bowl, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics.
Dimensions & Packaging: The Packaging Is A Cylindrical Design Chosen Based On Product Weight And User Preferences With A Top-Opening Lid Similar To A Telescope. Dimensions: Height 160mm Diameter 100mm; Lid Height 30mm Diameter 100mm. Made From Recycled Paper With A Food-Grade Inner Lining Approved By Health Authorities. The Brand Logo Is Embossed On The Lid. The Body Features Offset Printing On Glossy Paper With A Matte Lamination Accented With Gold Foil On The White Box And Silver Foil On The Dark Box.
Tags: Illustration, Story, Packaging, One Thousand and One Nights, Design, Nuts
Production Technology: The Packaging Design Incorporates Illustration An Ancient Iranian Technique. The Artwork Was Hand-Drawn Multiple Times Refined And Then Digitally Colored. To Preserve Brand Identity Scheherazade The Storyteller Is Fused With The Dastan Parrot Logo Riding The Royal Wheel To Narrate The Tale. To Enhance Visual Appeal And Value Selective Gold Foiling Has Been Applied And The Production Process Was Carried Out In Multiple Stages.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was finding a company capable of producing cylindrical packaging that met environmental standards. Efforts were made to ensure the use of suitable materials. Additionally, due to the lack of facilities for direct printing on cylindrical cans, the design was first printed using offset printing and then applied to the cans. This process added complexity and refinement, requiring meticulous attention to production details and design precision, which was successfully achieved.
Research: The role of graphic design in packaging is essential. Illustration, as an engaging tool, conveys rich cultural stories. By incorporating the tales of One Thousand and One Nights into the packaging, we not only preserve Iranian culture but also establish an emotional connection between the product and the consumer. This technique elevates packaging to an art form, setting the product apart in the market and offering customers a cultural and intellectual experience.
Inspiration: We Come Together In Joyful Moments Sharing Stories And Memories. Iran’s Rich Culture And Literature Are Deeply Rooted In Storytelling Making It A Valuable Element For A Brand Like Dastan Meaning Story In Persian Especially In The Nut Industry. A Thoughtfully Designed Functional Package Not Only Enhances The Customer Experience But Also Encourages Reuse Rather Than Disposal. This Approach Promotes Sustainability Reduces Waste And Strengthens The Brand’s Cultural And Environmental Values.
Project Duration: The research phase for selecting the box began in October 2023, with two months dedicated to reading the stories of One Thousand and One Nights. Following the research, illustrations were created, inspired by the tales. The project started in January 2024, was completed in July 2024, and became available for purchase in stores in September 2025.
Operation Flow: The packaging features a telescopic lid that opens and closes effortlessly, ensuring a secure seal once closed. The lid serves both as a bowl for serving nuts and a container for collecting shells and waste. Made from recycled paper with a food-safe inner lining, the design guarantees product freshness. The ergonomic and practical design enhances the user experience, while offset printing with matte lamination and gold foiling elevates the product's visual appeal and value.
Team Members: Creative Director, Designer and Illustration: Mahsa Mohammadzadeh
Image Credits: Image #1: Illustrator Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, Creative Director Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, 3D Artist Mohammad Mohammadzadeh
Image #2: Illustrator Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, Creative Director Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, 3D Artist Mohammad Mohammadzadeh
Image #3: Illustrator Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, Creative Director Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, 3D Artist Mohammad Mohammadzadeh
Image #4: Illustrator Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, Creative Director Mahsa Mohammadzadeh, Photography Mohammad Mohammadzadeh