Tau Murano Kofjetafel by Tulczinsky is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award yn Goud in Meubelûntwerp Competition Category.
GoudMeubels· 2024
Tau Murano Kofjetafel
by Tulczinsky
Client: Reflex SPA
A' Design Award yn Goud Winner in Meubels Category
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About Tau Murano Kofjetafel
Tau Murano is in lytse kofjetafel makke fan twa blaasde glêzen eleminten dy't ferbûn binne troch in tinne metalen bân. It twakleurige ûntwerp jout de tafel in sêfte foarm en in ljochtsjend uterlik. It soda-lime glês wurdt blaasd op in mal neffens de âlde Murano-tradysje, en dêrnei snien en slipe troch masterglêsmakkers. De grutste útdaging wie it meitsjen fan in struktuer dy't stabyl en betrouber is, wylst de lichtens fan it brekbere glês bewarre bleau. Tau Murano kin brûkt wurde as kofjetafel, nachtkastke of dekoratyf objekt yn elke keamer.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award yn Goud
Tau Murano Kofjetafel is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Goud, in ekstreem prestisjeuze erkenning foar earste-klas, prachtige en treflike ûntwerpen. Goudwinners binne tige ynnovative, fisionêre en glamoureus ferbjusterjende skeppings dy't it sjeny, de wiisheid en de feardigens fan har ûntwerpers wjerspegelje. Fan Tau Murano Kofjetafel wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige priizge, trendsettende en monumintale útfining is dy't unferlykbere wearde leveret. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Goud is in spektakulêr, respektearre projekt dat grutte foardielen bringt en de grinzen fan keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology ferleget. Tau Murano Kofjetafel makket yntinse gefoelens fan begearte, stekt passy oan, stimulearret kreativiteit en fassinearret ús.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This coffee table features two blown glass elements joined by a delicate metal frame. This creates a two-tone design with a soft shape and luminous feel. Named Tau Murano, it has a distinctive design that is as elegant as it is unique. The table is handcrafted using traditional Venetian glassblowing techniques passed down for generations. Tau Murano adds beauty and wonder to any environment through its one-of-a-kind craftsmanship.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 48 x 48 x 35 h
48 x 48 x 47 h - Tags
- glass, blown glass, handcrafted, coffee table, small table, side table, two-tone
- Production Technology
- The soda-lime glass is blown on a mold after collecting the glass mass in a melting furnace as per ancient Murano tradition. The glass is then cut and ground, and the base and top are joined by a thin metal band.
- Design Challenge
- The biggest challenge was designing a structure that was sturdy and reliable enough to contrast a fragile material such as blown glass, yet still retain the characteristic lightness and brightness of the material.
- Research
- Reflex has always worked with blown glass and has developed over the years a certain competence.
However, as it is a very complex material and requires artisanal workmanship, many factors must be considered when designing.
It was crucial to rely on a team of master glassmakers who worked on the project from the beginning and created numerous prototypes before settling on the final model. - Inspiration
- Tau Murano was born from the long collaboration between Reflex and the masters who preserve the ancient traditions of Venetian glass art. It combines a coffee table and a decorative object, creating an elegant and nostalgic vibe that can be used to beautify any environment, without being restricted to a specific area of the house.
- Project Duration
- The project was presented at the Salone del Mobile 2023
- Operation Flow
- Tau Murano can serve various functions in the home. It works well as a coffee table, bringing color to living areas. Tau Murano also makes a pleasant reading nook. Bedside tables are another option. For a focal point place one in the center of a room to encourage conversation.
- Team Members
- Designer: Tulczinsky
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Photographer Domenico Zuin Studio Visus, 2023. Edited by Oscar Vecchiato Studio Visus, 2023.
Image #2 : Photographer Marco Zorzanello, 2023.
Image #3 : Photographer Marco Zorzanello, 2023.
Image #4 :Photographer Marco Zorzanello, 2023.
Image #5 :Photographer Marco Zorzanello, 2023.
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