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Espresso Ceremony Coffee Set by Lea Shanati Wins the A' Design Award in Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design
Lea Shanati honored for bakeware, tableware, drinkware and cookware design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 21, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the A' Design Award in the Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design category for Espresso Ceremony Coffee Set by Lea Shanati. The award was conferred within the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the A' Design Award Means
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
About Espresso Ceremony Coffee Set
Espresso Ceremony is a coffee serving set designed for homes and cafes. The set includes a tray with dedicated recesses for an espresso cup, a milk jug, a water glass, a sugar bowl and a spoon. The tray is made of plexiglass, the cup, jug and sugar bowl are made of porcelain, and the water glass is made of crystal. Colour and pattern flow across the tray and the porcelain in layered hues inspired by a blooming rose. A tray height of 25 millimetres and a convex edge allow fingers to slip beneath for a secure grip.
Award Record
This recognition makes Lea Shanati a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design Award
The A' Kitchenware Design Award is an international design competition recognizing good kitchenware designs by best kitchenware brands and designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to kitchenware designers, product designers, industrial design studios and kitchenware brands from all countries. Typical entries include pots, pans, cutlery, plates, bowls and glasses. The awarded kitchenware designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/kitchenware
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/158876
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/158876
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!158876
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/352791
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.leashanati.com
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Espresso Ceremony Coffee Set
- Function
- Coffee Set
- Category
- Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Food & Hospitality
- Colors
- Silver, Gainsboro, Rosy Brown, Dark Gray and Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Lea Shanati
- Country
- Great Britain
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #158876
Credits
- Image Credits
- Image Credits: Serhii Lozovskiy, 2024
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This tray is a modification of a cup saucer. Dedicated recesses cradle a cup, a milk jug, a water glass, a sugar bowl, and a spoon, creating a holistic coffee ritual. Beyond function, it fosters connection. Colour and pattern flow seamlessly, creating a beautiful experience. Inspired by a blooming rose, the layered hues symbolise the unfolding coffee ceremony. The set isn't limited to a single design. This collection extends beyond a singular design, offering various options, as evidenced by the mint green variation presented here.
- Inspiration
- Adoring Europe's cafe culture, this project elevates daily coffee rituals. Inspired by the perfect espresso, it aims to transform a rushed routine into a mindful moment of pure indulgence. Wobbly cups and missing sugar? Not here! This design caters to the global coffee boom, offering elegance and functionality for coffee lovers and cafes alike. Imagine an organised coffee set on a sturdy tray, transforming your coffee break into a beautiful ceremony. Savour every sip, every moment.
- Research
- Rising coffee trends expose limitations in essential coffee trays. The study focuses on a user-centered design (n=30: cafe owners, baristas, enthusiasts): material exploration and prototype prioritized functionality, aesthetics, and experience. The final design features a dedicated compartment for espresso cups, milk jugs, water glasses, and sugar, with cohesive color and pattern across the tray and china. Users praised improved stability, visual appeal, and versatility for cafes and homes.
- Challenge
- Designing a coffee tray felt like a saturated market. The key wasn't reinvention but elevating the familiar. Merging ergonomics with aesthetics, the tray prioritises secure handling while maintaining a sleek, unified design. It's more than a tray; it's a seamless extension of the coffee ritual, fostering a connection between the user and daily practice. This design goes beyond function, aiming to connect you to your coffee experience.
- Realization and Technology
- The project aimed to design a cohesive coffee serving system. Initial hand sketches were refined into technical drawings for functionality. A 3D model facilitated the virtual exploration of design and interaction with coffee elements. Material selection was key. Wood (durability) and metal (noise) were explored. Plexiglass offered lightweight functionality and a polished aesthetic. Porcelain and crystal complemented the design for a practical and elegant coffee ceremony.
- Operation and Interaction
- Imagine an espresso ritual on a personalized canvas tray. Sparkling water preps your palate while gleaming milk & sugar invite customization. It's a handshake with your coffee. The thoughtful design lets you effortlessly lift the tray, bringing the ceremony wherever you find joy. The tray's comfortable 25mm height allows your fingers to slip beneath effortlessly, while the subtle 3mm convex edge and a 20mm line before the recessed area create a secure and natural grip. You can effortlessly lift the tray and bring your coffee ceremony to your desired location, whether it's your favorite chair or a table shared with loved ones.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in November 2023 and finished in March 2024 in London, UK.
- Specifications
- Measurements Rose tray: L 250 mm; W 200 mm; H 25 mm Espresso cup: H 60mm; bottom D 30mm, top D 65mm Milk Jug: H 55mm; bottom D30 mm, top D30 mm Sugar bowl: H 40mm; bottom D30 mm, top D75 mm Water glass: H 80mm; bottom D40 mm, top D70 mm Materials Tray - plexiglass Espresso cup, milk jug, sugar bowl - porcelain Water glass - crystal Packaging - cardboard box designed accordingly * Mint tray: L 355 mm; W 120 mm; H 25 mm
- Keywords
- espresso, coffee, ceremony, tray, set, crystal, porcelain, plexiglass
