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Cacao Odyssey Pakend by Shenzhen Setinya Packaging Co., Ltd.

Cacao Odyssey Pakend by Shenzhen Setinya Packaging Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Rauaauhind A' Design Award in Pakendidisain Competition Category.


RaudPakend· 2025

Cacao Odyssey Pakend

by Shenzhen Setinya Packaging Co., Ltd.

Client: Shenzhen Setinya Packaging Co., Ltd.

Rauaauhind A' Design Award Winner in Pakend Category

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The Design

About Cacao Odyssey Pakend

Cacao Odyssey on tumeda šokolaadi tahvlite pakendisari. Neli karpi esindavad nelja teemat: Päritolu, Levik, Globaliseerumine ja Jätkusuutlikkus. Iga teema on seotud kindla maitsega: klassikaline, meresool, marjad ja mündi. Erinevate piirkondade ja ajastute kultuurimotiivid, näiteks asteekide hieroglüüfid ja Euroopa mosaiigid, kujutavad kakao lugu. Vertikaalne karp mõõtmetega 100 x 100 x 148 millimeetrit hoiab tahvleid püstiasendis, tagades mugava kättesaadavuse ja selge esitluse. Kasutatud on taaskasutatud paberit koos mittetoksiliste trükivärvide ja kattekihtidega.

The Recognition

About the Rauaauhind A' Design Award

Cacao Odyssey Pakend on Rauaauhinna A' Design Award võitja, prestiižikas tunnustus, mis antakse headele disainidele, mis vastavad professionaalsetele ja tööstuslikele nõuetele, mida oodatakse hästi disainitud töödelt. Raudvõitjad näitavad oma loojate suurt oskust, kõrget spetsialiseerumist, asjatundlikku mõistmist ja loomingulist võimekust. Cacao Odyssey Pakend peaks olema kõrgelt hinnatud, imetletud ja armastatud looming, mis on praktiline ja uuenduslik. See Rauaauhinna A' Design Award võidudisain ühendab tööstuse parimaid tavasid ning tal on pädevad tehnilised omadused, mis on seotud oskusteabe ja andega. Cacao Odyssey Pakend on austatud oma põhjalikkuse eest ning on loodud pakkuma elukvaliteedi parandusi, mis aitavad teha maailma paremaks paigaks.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The packaging for this chocolate series focuses on the concept of Cacao Odyssey, reflecting the richness and evolution of the cacao culture through four themes: Origin (Classic Dark Chocolate), Spread (Sea Salt Dark Chocolate), Globalization (Berry Dark Chocolate), and Sustainability (Mint Dark Chocolate). By employing a narrative approach and integrating cultural elements from various regions and eras, it visually presents the journey of cacao, offering consumers a unique cultural experience.
Dimensions & Packaging
product dimensions, 100 mm x 100 mm x 148mm
Tags
Chocolate packaging, Cacao culture, Four themed boxes, Narrative design, Recycled paper
Production Technology
Made from eco-friendly recycled paper, including recycled ultra white paper (176g for the outer packaging and 352g for the inner packaging) and 1200g recycled paperboard, this design exemplifies a circular approach to resource use, helping minimize environmental impact. Even the inks and coatings used are non toxic and harmless, ensuring both safety and environmental friendliness throughout the entire lifecycle.
Design Challenge
A key challenge was integrating rich cultural connotations to the packaging without compromising its aesthetic appeal and practicality, aiming to create a deeper connection and interaction between the product and consumers. With four distinct themes, the packaging enhances its cultural depth by visually communicating cacao culture. Moreover, the vertical box design, both compact and exquisite, not only enhances how the product is displayed but also boosts user interaction.
Research
The packaging design centers on cacao beans as its core motifs, and seamlessly integrates distinctive cultural elements from different eras and regions. For instance, the Origin theme features Aztec hieroglyphs and botanical motifs like cacao trees, while the Spread theme reflects the classic elegance of European mosaics. These designs create a compelling visual narrative, guiding consumers through a journey through time to explore the rich evolution of cacao culture.
Inspiration
Each theme reflects its unique cultural background and flavor profile. The Origin theme connects the primal flavor of Classic Dark Chocolate to the ancient mystique of South American Aztec civilization. The Spread theme harmonizes refined European artistry with the rich, complex flavor of Sea Salt Dark Chocolate. The Globalization theme uses bold color contrasts to reflect the fruity vibrancy of Berry Dark Chocolate. The Sustainability theme features green to complement the cool mint flavor.
Project Duration
This design and development of this project started at Shenzhen Setinya Packaging Co., Ltd. in June 2024. It was introduced to the Chinese market in November 2024.
Operation Flow
The packaging features a vertical box design, with chocolate bars standing upright inside. This form not only enhances accessibility but also creates an elegant, effective display. Each box is crafted to be compact and exquisite, making it perfect as both decoration and a thoughtful gift. This design adds value to the product and enhances the consumer experience, encouraging interaction and engagement.
Team Members
Ting Lv, Jisong Liu, Changjiang Zeng

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