Sanaz Hassannezhad Is Honored with the Bronze A' Design Award for Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase in Fashion and Travel Accessories Design

Sanaz Hassannezhad honored for fashion and travel accessories design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition

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COMO, Italy, April 24, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase by Sanaz Hassannezhad has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Fashion and Travel Accessories Design category. The award was conferred within 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 assessed 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.

More About Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase

Voyz: A condensed version of "voyage," is a smart suitcase, prioritizes user needs. Integrating advanced tech and craftsmanship, it offers intelligent features: real-time tracking by application, remote locking through the phone, weight sensing to prevent fees, and item locating, scanning the items inside the suitcase and then will show all items in the app. Fingerprint authentication for more safety and security. USB charger add convenience. Its zipperless, poly-carbonate shell, and corners to ensures durability against travel wear.

About Sanaz Hassannezhad

I’m Sanaz Hassannezhad, an award-winning designer based in London, with a background in Industrial Design and Design Innovation. I’ve won 21 international design awards across 8 competitions. My work spans product design, lighting, sustainability-driven fashion accessories, and user-centered design. I’ve collaborated with companies in the UK including Domino’s and William Joseph, and I’m also the founder of ReliqueLondon, a sustainable brand focused on transforming old and sentimental textiles into luxury pieces with zero-waste thinking.

Award Record

Sanaz Hassannezhad is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.

About the A' Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Award

The A' Accessory Design Award is an international fashion design competition recognizing good accessory designs by leading designers and brands worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to accessory designers, fashion designers, travel accessory designers and luxury goods manufacturers from all countries. Typical entries include handbags, scarves, belts, luggage, hats and travel bags. The awarded accessory designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/accessory

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/161419
A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/161419
Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!161419
Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/354481

Media Contact

Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953

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Fact Sheet

The Work

Project: Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase
Function: Smart Suitcase
Category: Fashion and Travel Accessories Design
Discipline: Fashion Design
Industry: Fashion and Luxury
Colors: Maroon, Brown, Black, Coral and Sienna
Images: 5

The Recognition

Laureate: Sanaz Hassannezhad
Country: Great Britain
Recognition: Bronze A' Design Award
Edition: 2023 - 2024
Design ID: #161419

Design Details

Unique Properties: Voyz, a smart suitcase, prioritizes user needs. Integrating advanced tech and craftsmanship, it offers intelligent features: real-time tracking, remote locking, weight sensing to prevent fees, and item locating. Fingerprint authentication and USB charger add security and convenience. Its zipperless, poly-carbonate shell, and corners to ensures durability against travel wear.
Inspiration: The inspiration for this project stemmed from personal experiences as an immigrant facing the challenges of managing luggage during emigration. The need for a solution to prevent overweight baggage and alleviate the stress of potential loss led to the development of this smart suitcase. Motivated by the desire to streamline the travel process and provide peace of mind, the project integrates cutting-edge technology with practical functionality to address these common problems.
Research: This study delves into a smart suitcase's development and usability, aiming to elevate modern travel experiences. Featuring digital scales, USB Power Bank, and a smartphone app for tracking and remote control, this technology promises to revolutionize travel by addressing common challenges and enhancing the overall journey.
Challenge: The most challenging aspect of designing a smart suitcase likely involved balancing functionality, usability, and aesthetics while integrating complex technologies.
Realization and Technology: The smart suitcase integrates strain gauge sensors or load cells for weight measurement. Wheels made from rubber or polyurethane ensure durability. A lithium-ion battery powers the USB Power Bank with a built-in charging circuit. Ergonomic handles use soft-touch plastics for comfort. The GPS-enabled tracking app communicates with the suitcase, controlling electronic locks for security. Fingerprint sensors provide biometric security. Makrolon polycarbonate balances strength, weight, and aesthetics, while injection molding enables complex shapes and high-volume production.
Operation and Interaction: Smart suitcase has features a built-in digital scale for accurate weight measurement, 360-degree wheels, and a USB Power Bank for mobile charging. Ergonomic handles ensure easy lifting. It has an app enables tracking the suitcase during the journey, locking/unlocking the luggage thorough the mobile phone. In addition to it has scan tools to scanning items inside the suitcase and shows them on app, and also fingerprint security on the suitcase lock.
Project Duration and Location: The project was conceptualized in 2024 in London.
Specifications: Large Size: (H): (76 cm), (L): (51 cm), (W): (36 cm) Carry-On Size: (H): (56 cm), (L): (41 cm), (W): (30 cm) And also, the application can compatible with both iOS and Android devices. and allows users to connect and interact with their smart suitcase.
Keywords: Smart, easy to use, safe, track, luggage, Smartsuitcase, Flights of fancy, Voyz, check-in luggage