Hoverpen Interstellar Bolígrafo by Novium is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award de Platino in Diseño de Suministros de Arte Competition Category.
PlatinoSuministros de Arte· 2025
Hoverpen Interstellar Bolígrafo
by Novium
Client: Novium
A' Design Award de Platino Winner in Suministros de Arte Category
- 869,248
- Verified Award Winner
- Verify Award Status for #163853
The Design
About Hoverpen Interstellar Bolígrafo
Hoverpen Interstellar reimagina el bolígrafo como una pieza de arte de instalación funcional. Este instrumento de escritura único se equilibra sin electricidad en un sorprendente ángulo de 23,5 grados, evocando la inclinación axial de la Tierra. Fabricado en aluminio de grado aeronáutico y un sistema de imanes de neodimio patentado, su forma futurista logra un delicado equilibrio entre ingeniería de precisión y arte moderno.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award de Platino
Hoverpen Interstellar Bolígrafo ha ganado el A' Design Award de Platino, un reconocimiento sumamente prestigioso concedido a diseños verdaderamente excepcionales, elegantes y magníficos. Los ganadores de Platino son maravillas de la creación, testimonios de los límites de la creatividad intelectual, y demuestran el profesionalismo y el genio inigualables de sus diseñadores. Se espera que estos diseños sean las obras más renombradas, que definen la estética de una época, contribuyen al bienestar de la sociedad y amplían las fronteras del arte, la ciencia, el diseño y la tecnología. Hoverpen Interstellar Bolígrafo exhibe un nivel trascendente de excelencia y, sin lugar a dudas, hace del mundo un lugar mejor con sus características ventajosas y valiosas. Hoverpen Interstellar Bolígrafo es una obra ganadora del A' Design Award de Platino que despierta deseos, inspira, entusiasma, deleita y provoca una gran alegría.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Just as Earth's gravity fades in space, the Hoverpen Interstellar defies physics. Its new ridged design makes spinning mesmerizing, with visible acceleration and deceleration. A simple twist keeps it spinning for up to 20 seconds in perfect motion. Fun to fidget with and hypnotic to watch, the Hoverpen offers entertainment during dull workdays. Spin it and ponder the mysteries of the universe as it endlessly revolves.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Hoverpen Interstellar: Height: 150mm Width: 110mm Depth: 70mm. Package: Height: 640mm Width: 208mm Depth: 113mm.
- Tags
- Hoverpen, Luxury pen, Ballpoint pen, Gift
- Production Technology
- The development and production of the Hoverpen involve numerous processes. It begins with researching magnetic configurations and testing various possibilities for levitation, followed by meticulous metal processing and fabrication. A total of 103 precise manufacturing steps are required to complete the pen. All factories involved in the production process are carefully selected from local Taiwanese manufacturers, allowing for hands-on verification to ensure the implementation and perfection of every step.
- Design Challenge
- We explored many versions to achieve the levitation effect and eventually succeeded in making the Hoverpen float at a 23 5 degree angle. The spiral often showed creases during production affecting its aesthetics. After multiple discussions with manufacturers, we achieved the final design. Another challenge was the base mold which initially required three molds. However, we optimized the process and successfully used only two molds while maintaining cost and aesthetics.
- Research
- Studies show that task switching enhances creativity and problem-solving. By alternating tasks, people improve both logical and out-of-the-box thinking. A Harvard Business Review study found that frequent micro-breaks during brainstorming lead to more idea generation. The Hoverpen was designed with this concept in mind. Imagine you're stuck on a difficult problem. You give the Hoverpen a spin, and throughout the hour, you keep spinning it. Without realizing it, you've turned your brain into an idea machine, solving the problem effortlessly.
- Inspiration
- From ancient times to the present, humanity's steps in exploring the unknown realms of the universe have never stopped. Inspired by spacecraft, sci-fi, and all things cosmos, we have created the first-ever levitating pen that integrates into daily life. It reminds people of their longing for the vast universe and the adventurous spirit of exploring the unknown. If you look up at the starry sky, the stars symbolize humanity's ultimate pursuit of the unknown. We hope that the Hoverpen Interstellar can sit on your desk, constantly reminding you that everything is possible, and accompany you in exploring your own limits.
- Project Duration
- The project began in May 2020 in Taipei, Taiwan, and continues to refine its production processes and materials. It has already been launched and sold through various global channels. In 2020, the project was honored with the Muse Design Award, and in 2022, it was recognized as one of TIME's Best Inventions.
- Operation Flow
- The Hoverpen Interstellar is refillable with international standard ink, featuring Schmidt cartridges which renowned for their German-engineered luxury and precision in ballpoint pens. The design allows for easy access and effortless replacement of the pen refill.
- Team Members
- Product Design : Kuo-Hung Liang, Ming-Wei Kuo
- Image Credits
- Image#1#3#4:Photographer Ming-Wei Kuo / Image:#0#2: Choa-Hung Yin / Design: Tzu-Jung Su
Sponsored
Explore Beyond Designers.org
Discover products, services and opportunities from our advertising partners.
More to Explore
Related Designs
Explore more award-winning designs from the same category, selected by merit.
