Press Release
Bronze A' Design Award in Hospitality, Restaurant and Catering Products Design Goes to Celesta Handcrafted Plate by Reyhan Tuncer
Reyhan Tuncer recognized for hospitality, restaurant and catering products design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 15, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Celesta Handcrafted Plate by Reyhan Tuncer, designed for Id Fine, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Hospitality, Restaurant and Catering Products Design category. The recognition forms part of the 2023 - 2024 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.
The Bronze A' Design Award Explained
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.
Regarding Celesta Handcrafted Plate
Celesta is a handcrafted plate collection made for dining and hospitality service. Each piece is produced in fine stoneware and has a concave shape with a black exterior. The concave form supports the presentation of food. Every plate is glazed by hand using traditional methods, so each finish is slightly different. The collection joins established craft techniques with a modern appearance. The plates are supplied in inner boxes of six. The intent is to reflect a long craft heritage in everyday tableware.
About Reyhan Tuncer
Reyhan is a seasoned design professional with over 10 years of experience in the field. Having undertaken numerous projects spanning various domains since her student years, she has specialized in the tableware industry and has been honored with international awards. Reyhan places great emphasis on minimalism, functionality, and the narrative behind each product in her design language. Since crossing paths with the ID Fine brand, whose ethos aligns with her professional approach, Reyhan has continued her career as an Industrial Designer and Product Manager. Her contributions to society include innovative designs that enhance everyday experiences and elevate aesthetic standards.
Award Record
With this recognition, Reyhan Tuncer is a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Hospitality, Restaurant and Catering Products Design Award
The A' Hospitality Products Design Award is an international design competition recognizing good hospitality products by leading designers and brands worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to hospitality product designers, industrial design studios, hospitality brands and hospitality product manufacturers from all countries. Typical entries include menu boards, beverage dispensers, buffet equipment, hotel furniture, tableware sets and catering trolleys. The awarded hospitality products designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/hospitality-products
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is 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. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously 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. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which 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, uploading a work and receiving a 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. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/158421
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/158421
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!158421
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/352550
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://idfine.com.tr/en/main-home/
Media Contact
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Celesta Handcrafted Plate
- Function
- Handcrafted Plate
- Category
- Hospitality, Restaurant and Catering Products Design
- Discipline
- Service Design
- Industry
- Food & Hospitality and Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Silver, Light Slate Gray, Dark Gray, Black and Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Id Fine
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Reyhan Tuncer
- Country
- Turkiye
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #158421
Credits
- Image Credits
- Reyhan Tuncer
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- A tableware collection that transcends the ordinary, marrying timeless elegance with artisanal craftsmanship. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each piece boasts a sleek concave shape, a bold black exterior, and the unparalleled quality of stoneware.Utilized age-old methods.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the rich heritage of craftsmanship, "Celesta" boasts a distinctive concave shape that not only captivates the eye but also elevates the presentation of food to new heights."Celesta" apart is its meticulous attention to detail. Produced using an age-old technique, every piece is lovingly glazed by hand, resulting in a one-of-a-kind finish that reflects the skill and dedication of the artisan.
- Research
- We embarked on a journey to differentiate ourselves from repetitive projects by embracing a unique and original design approach. Drawing from our 52 years of experience, we returned to our roots with a fine stoneware collection crafted through old-school, handmade techniques. Our aim is to not only reconnect with our heritage but also to infuse our products with historical and cultural significance through artisanal craftsmanship, presenting it to the world. By intertwining traditional and modern elements, we have created a piece that both reminisces about the past and inspires the future, making our journey all the more meaningful.
- Challenge
- The creative challenge in this project lay in blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design sensibilities while ensuring authenticity and originality. Overcoming this required navigating internal factors like honoring our historical roots and cultural heritage while adapting to contemporary market demands. Externally, we faced obstacles related to sourcing materials, complying with regulations, and integrating new technologies without compromising the essence of handcrafted artistry. Balancing these factors was crucial to achieving a seamless fusion of past and present in our fine stoneware collection.
- Realization and Technology
- Fine Stoneware,Handcrafted
- Operation and Interaction
- This object engages users through visual and tactile experiences, inviting them to appreciate its craftsmanship. Its transformation is evident in the seamless blend of traditional roots with modern aesthetics. Interaction occurs naturally as individuals explore its contours and textures. Key stages include conceptualization, material selection, shaping, and final detailing. Its exceptional performance arises from the meticulous craftsmanship, resulting in a product that resonates with users seeking authenticity and elegance.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project Started in March 2023 in Istanbul and finished in January 2024 and was exhibited in Messe Frankfurt Ambiente.
- Specifications
- Inner Box Quantity: 6 Fine Stoneware Bold Black Exterior Concave Shape
- Keywords
- Handcrafted, Roots, FineStoneware, Traditional, CraftedElegance, Sustainable, FromAnatoliaToTheWorld,
