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Silver A' Design Award in Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design Goes to Roman Artistry 6 Piece Set by Xiao Quan Zhang
Xiao Quan Zhang recognized for bakeware, tableware, drinkware and cookware design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Silver A' Design Award in the Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design category for Roman Artistry 6 Piece Set by Xiao Quan Zhang, designed for Zhang Xiao Quan. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 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 Silver A' Design Award Means
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
More About Roman Artistry 6 Piece Set
Roman Artistry 6 is a six piece kitchen knife set with a rotating block. The block turns 360 degrees, so each knife can be reached without moving the base. The block can be taken apart for cleaning and includes an integrated knife sharpener. The blades are made of 50Cr15MoV steel for hardness and corrosion resistance, while the block is made of PP and ABS plastic. The handles are shaped to fit the hand, and the balanced weight supports control during long use. The form and the cream and brown colours refer to Roman columns and classical sculpture.
About Xiao Quan Zhang
"Zhang Xiaoquan" was founded in the first year of Chongzhen of Ming Dynasty (1628 AD), it is a famous Chinese time-honored brand with nearly 400 years of history. "Zhang" always adheres to the ancestral motto of "fine steel and fine workmanship", integrated with modern creative & craftsman spirit". It formed a thousands of high-quality products system with knives and scissors, kitchen tools, personal care, garden hardware, etc.
Award Record
With this recognition, Xiao Quan Zhang is 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/169016
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/169016
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!169016
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/365539
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Roman Artistry 6 Piece Set
- Function
- Piece Set
- Category
- Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Food & Hospitality
- Colors
- Linen, Gainsboro, Silver, Tan and Rosy Brown
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Zhang Xiao Quan
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Xiao Quan Zhang
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #169016
Credits
- Team
- Baichuan Cheng，, Jiali Peng, and Zihan Li
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This kitchen knife set represents a blend of classical aesthetics and modern design concepts, showcasing artistic beauty while offering outstanding practicality. It features an innovative 360 degree rotating knife block, superior material quality, and a multifunctional configuration for user friendliness. These elements perfectly meet the high standards of modern families for kitchen tools, providing a more efficient way to handle various ingredients.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the classic Roman columns of ancient architecture and the elegance of Renaissance sculptures, this knife set features a smooth, fluid silhouette that balances strength and beauty. The creamy white base color symbolizes purity and refinement, complemented by brown accents that add luxury and visual depth. This creates a sense of fullness and dimension in the entire design. The knife handles and the block follow the golden ratio, further enhancing the overall artistic appeal.
- Research
- As people pursue better quality of life, their expectations for kitchen tools have expanded beyond functionality to prioritize aesthetics and user experience. Addressing the shortcomings of traditional knife sets in both beauty and practicality, this product combines innovative design, premium materials, and convenient features, offering an artistic and practical solution that meets the diverse needs of modern households.
- Challenge
- The challenge was to create a knife set practical enough to meet modern kitchen demands. To this end, the knife block features a 360 degree rotating design. The builtin gears and metal plates offer a smooth damping during rotation, with subtle sound feedback for intuitive, effortless knife retrieval and placement. The knife block can be disassembled for thorough cleaning, and it integrates multiple functions like a knife sharpener into a compact form, improving space utilization and convenience.
- Realization and Technology
- The 50Cr15MoV steel provides the knives with exceptional hardness and wear resistance, thanks to its high carbon content. They also boast excellent toughness and corrosion resistance, maintaining sharpness and durability even with prolonged use. The knife block uses PP material that resists heat and has high hardness, along with ABS plastic known for superior overall performance. This material combination ensures stability and lasting durability of the knife set.
- Operation and Interaction
- The knife handles are ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in the hand, reducing fatigue during extended use. Balanced weight distribution ensures precise, smooth control, making food preparation easier and more efficient. The knife block features a 360 degree rotating design for easy access to knives. The slots are thoughtfully laid out for neat organization, eliminating hassles of cluttered countertops for more efficient operation and a tidy kitchen space.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project was designed and developed in Hangzhou in November 2024 and will be launched in China in March 2025
- Keywords
- Kitchen knife set, 360 degree rotating knife block, Ancient Roman aesthetic design, Versatile six piece configuration, Detachable for easy cleaning, Combination of artistry and practicality
