Zona Primara Funkcio: Markumado kaj Pakado by Cansu Dagbagli Ferreira is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Arĝenta A' Design Award in Dezajno de Reklamado, Merkatado kaj Komunikado Competition Category.
ArĝentoReklamado· 2026
Zona Primara Funkcio: Markumado kaj Pakado
Client: Cansu Ferreira
Arĝenta A' Design Award Winner in Reklamado Category
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About Zona Primara Funkcio: Markumado kaj Pakado
Libro-Teksto: Zona estas la unua malmola seltero de Angolo, kunliganta lokan heredaĵon kun nuntempa estetiko, prezentanta markan identecon inspiritan de la fontoj de Huambo kaj la rivero Okavango. La dezajno centriĝas sur nuntempa, aŭdaca estetiko kiu uzas unukolorajn frukto-bazitajn paletrojn kaj geometriajn ikonojn por altiri la fokuson. Propra logotipo enkorpigas kaŝitan akvoŝprucon, simbolante la esencon de vivo kaj la fluon de la riveroj. Kombinante vivecajn kolorojn kun pura, blank-baza aranĝo, Zona proponas freŝan, levantan vidan sperton kiu festas siajn originojn tra juna, dezajno-avangarda lenso.
The Recognition
About the Arĝenta A' Design Award
Zona Primara Funkcio: Markumado kaj Pakado estas gajninto de la Arĝenta A' Design Award, grandege prestiĝa rekono donata al plejklasaj, belegaj kaj impresaj dezajnoj. La Arĝentaj gajnintoj estas treege brilaj kaj treege kreemaj verkoj, kiuj ilustras la elstaran sperton, talenton kaj sagacon de siaj dezajnistoj. Oni atendas, ke Zona Primara Funkcio: Markumado kaj Pakado estu mirinda, montrinda verko, kiu estas rimarkinde profesia kaj profunde nova. Ĉi tiu dezajno gajninta la Arĝentan A' Design Award estas tre rimarkinda, admirata inventaĵo, kiu profitigas kaj antaŭenigas la limojn de arto, scienco, dezajno kaj teknologio. Zona Primara Funkcio: Markumado kaj Pakado estas vaste enviata kreaĵo, kiu vekas dezirojn, alportas pozitivajn sentojn kaj ekbrilas miron kaj mirigon.
Behind the Design
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- Unique Properties
- Zona is the first hard seltzer brand of Angola, bridging local heritage with a contemporary aesthetic. The identity is defined by a "flow" concept, utilizing a hidden water splash symbol within the logotype. Each flavor is identified by a unique geometric icon and a monochromatic palette derived from the fruit's internal and external colors. This system creates a high-impact, clean look that communicates premium quality while remaining approachable and energetic for a young demographic.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Aluminium 330 ml drink cans
- Tags
- drink, alcohol, colorful, cocktail, angola, fruits
- Production Technology
- Design printed directly on the cans with Pantone system inks.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge was introducing an entirely new product category: Hard Seltzer to a market while ensuring it felt authentically Angolan without relying on visual clichés. Balancing the constructive narrative of the brand's mission with the functional requirements of beverage packaging was critical. We overcame this by using the river metaphor, a symbol of life and unity, to create a sophisticated logotype and icon system that feels both globally competitive and deeply rooted in the local landscape of Huambo.
- Research
- Type: Market and Cultural Ethnographic Research. Objectives: To establish the first hard seltzer identity in the Angolan market. Methodology: Analysis of local fruit profiles and water-source symbolism. Tools: Color theory mapping and competitive visual audits. Participants: Local youth and community stakeholders. Results: Identified a gap for a wellness-oriented, low-alcohol beverage with local roots. Insights: Users preferred minimalist, non-busy designs that emphasize "freshness." Impact: The research influenced a visual language that promotes Angolan origins as a mark of premium quality.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the life-giving springs of Huambo, which feed the Okavango River and sustain a diverse ecosystem. This "spirit of beginnings" and the concept of rivers as connectors served as the foundation for the brand. The geometric icons represent the structured yet fluid nature of water systems. Culturally, the brand draws from the vibrant energy of modern Angola, seeking to create a constructive and uplifting narrative that fosters positive community impact.
- Project Duration
- 6 months, Angola, USA and France
- Operation Flow
- The design process utilized a "Diverge and Converge" methodology to translate ecological concepts into a modern branding system. Initial sketches explored fluid river patterns, which were then refined into precise geometric symbols using Adobe Illustrator. A dual-tone color strategy was developed to ensure flavor distinction and shelf-standout. High-fidelity 3D renders were created in Adobe Dimension/Photoshop to simulate light-play on the metallic cans and test the visibility of the textured "a" logotype in real-world environments.
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