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Bronze A' Design Award in Furniture Design Goes to Task Multifunctional Desk by Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks
Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks recognized for furniture design by the international grand jury of the 2022 - 2023 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2023 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Bronze A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category for Task Multifunctional Desk by Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks, designed for 2Guy design. The recognition forms part of the 2022 - 2023 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Bronze A' Design Award Means
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About Task Multifunctional Desk
Task provides an aesthetic quality and compact size without compromising on the modern amenities. If a separate office is not available, it can be placed anywhere in your home providing an organized clean workspace. Everything is concealed when not in use and designed for comfort and ease of use. The desk includes all the features needed a light, an integrated Wi-Fi speakers that are Alexa-enabled, a concealed power supply wire management, charging under-mounts for phones and tablets, a mailbox for miscellaneous with module inserts to customize your workspace.
About Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks
Alexander Flikshteyn's design philosophy is centered around the user experience. He believes that furniture should not only be aesthetically pleasing but also functional and comfortable. His furniture is designed with the user in mind, and he uses his creativity to come up with unique solutions that meet the needs of contemporary living transitioning into the future but aiming for a timeless quality. Another aspect of Alexander's design intent is sustainability. He believes that furniture should be made to last and that it should be environmentally friendly. He uses materials that are eco-friendly and ensures that his designs are durable and long-lasting.
Award Record
This recognition makes Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Furniture Design Award
The A' Furniture Design Award is an international furniture competition recognizing good furniture designs by best furniture designers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to furniture designers, product designers, industrial design studios and furniture brands from all countries. Entries typically include chairs, tables, sofas, beds, cabinets and shelves. Awarded furniture designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/furniture
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/149253
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/149253
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!149253
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/343198
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Task Multifunctional Desk
- Function
- Multifunctional Desk
- Category
- Furniture Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Lavender, Light Gray, Maroon, Dark Gray and Peru
- Images
- 5
- Client
- 2Guy design
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks
- Country
- United States of America
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2022 - 2023
- Design ID
- #149253
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Task's uniqueness lies in its aesthetic quality and compact size without compromising on the features used in today's world. If you do not have a separate office, it can be placed anywhere in your home. You still want an organized, clean workspace. Everything is concealed when not in use and designed for comfort and ease of use. “The desk includes a light that illuminates the countertop without glare, integrated Wi-Fi speakers that are Alexa-enabled, concealed wire management behind the sliding door, charging under-mounts for phones and tablets, a mailbox for miscellaneous items, and a modular plant system on the top shelf according to standard sizes available at all box retailers.
- Inspiration
- The project's genesis was my desire to create a personal workspace that is clutter-free integrating all my tools. During a significant shift in our time, many people find themselves working out of their homes, so the need to be comfortable and organized while conserving space is more important than ever. Furthermore, the object should blend seamlessly into the aesthetics of your current surroundings. I was inspired by mid-century design and organic quality but with a contemporary feel.
- Research
- My initial research on user experience laid the foundation for me to study similar challenges being tackled by competitors in the industry and evaluate their solutions. To further deepen my understanding, I read several pieces of literature related to ergonomics and current technology, as well as explore components that have been designed to solve comparable issues.
- Challenge
- Developing this product presented an enormous challenge, as it involved multiple disciplines, from metalworking and electrical engineering to illumination. Bringing this concept to fruition demanded collaboration between a variety of manufacturers and stakeholders.
- Realization and Technology
- The desk is crafted from sturdy materials that form a durable product. Its legs, mailbox, and wishbone crossbar, constructed from beautiful solid walnut-stained wood, provide solid support. The countertop is completed with a writer's block special vinyl, providing a gentle texture and protecting against ink stains. Lastly, a triangular top tier, made from 1/16" perforated sheet metal, encloses hidden integrated speakers.
- Operation and Interaction
- Utilizing the desk allows for a seamless and convenient workflow as all of the necessary technological tools are always accessible. A wave of the hand is all it takes to turn on the light, and charging a phone or tablet is just as easy with an undermount charger . Moreover, the desk features Wi-Fi and Alexa-enabled speakers, making it simple to use voice commands or a smartphone to play music. To add a personal touch, the desk's top has specifically designed modules that house a standard size plants or a picture frame.
- Project Duration and Location
- This project began in January 2021, spanning two years of designing, from preliminary concept sketches to computer-generated drawings to 3D models, to eventually constructing multiple variations of the prototype before finally completing the desired version.
- Specifications
- The desk dimensions are W 1118 mm X H 762 mm X D 710 mm, the desk consists of seven parts as follows: One top tier triangular shape with prewired plug, two legs, a crossbar, and two side panels. The whole desk is flat packed and shipped anywhere with assembly instructions included to be easily assembled in the customers place.
- Keywords
- Smart desk, workspace, writing desk, secretary desk, compact desk, compact workstation. work space
