Riposo Kofjeset by Mikhail Chistiakov is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2020 A' Design Award yn Sulver in Bakark, Tafelark, Drinkark en Keukenark Ûntwerp Competition Category.

SulverKeukenark· 2020

Riposo Kofjeset

by Mikhail Chistiakov

Client: Altavolo

A' Design Award yn Sulver Winner in Keukenark Category

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The Design

About Riposo Kofjeset

It ûntwerp fan dizze tsjinst waard ynspireare troch twa skoallen fan 'e iere 20e iuw, it Dútske Bauhaus en de Russyske avant-garde. Strikte rjochte geometry en goed tocht funksjonaliteit komt folslein oerien mei de geast fan 'e manifesto's fan dy tiden: "wat handich is prachtich". Tagelyk nei moderne trends kombineart de ûntwerper twa kontrastearjende materialen yn dit projekt. Klassyk wyt molke porslein wurdt komplementeare troch heldere deksels makke fan kork. Funksjonaliteit fan it ûntwerp wurdt stipe troch ienfâldige, handige handgrepen en de algemiene brûkberens fan 'e foarm.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Sulver

Riposo Kofjeset is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver, in bûtengewoan prestisjeuze erkenning foar topûntwerpen dy't prachtich en yndrukwekkend binne. Sulverwinners binne tige briljante en ekstreem kreative wurken dy't de treflike ekspertize, it talint en de skerpsinnigens fan har ûntwerpers yllustrearje. Fan Riposo Kofjeset wurdt ferwachte dat it in prachtich foarbyldwurk is, opmerklik profesjoneel en djip ynnovatyf. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver is in tige opfallende, bewûndere útfining dy't foardiel bringt en de grinzen fan keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology ferleget. Riposo Kofjeset is in skepping dêr't breed oerjûn wurdt, dy't winsken wekker makket, positive gefoelens bringt en ferwûnderjen en fernuvering opwekket.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: Thoughtful functionality and a bright contrast of textured cork and smooth milk-white porcelain for those who follow the latest trends and always choose comfort.
The handles of the teapot and cup are set aside a little more than usual so that they are less heated. The lid made of cork is also functional - it is impossible to burn yourself with it and because of its elasticity, it will not fall when pouring. The simple shape without hidden cavities or sharp corners means that the teapot, sugar bowl and cup are easy to wash.
Dimensions & Packaging: Coffeepot 150х95х165mm 633g 600ml
Sugar bowl 110х110х80mm 382g 300ml
Cup 72x72x85mm 210g 220ml
Tags: Сoffee set, Coffee pot, Cup, Sugar bowl, Tableware, Porcelain
Production Technology: Hard-paste porcelain
Pressed cork
Design Challenge: The main technological challenge was to achieve a strict geometry of objects. As you know, it is quite difficult to get even lines in ceramics, and especially in porcelain. It was possible to solve this problem by selecting the optimal wall profiles and minor changes in the external surfaces. However, the basic design concept (straight geometric lines) remained unchanged.
Research: Contrast is a key element of the design language of this project. Contrast of hard and soft, warm and cold, smooth and rough and so on. As part of the design, study different types of materials were tested such as wood, dark ceramics, and others. However, only the cork material has become the link that connects functionality, aesthetics and technology together.
Inspiration: The concept is based on an approach to classical subjects from the point of view of functionalism and strict geometry. This project was inspired by the manifestos of the Russian avant-garde, the German Bauhaus and constructivism: what is functional and convenient is also beautiful.
Project Duration: The project started in 2018 and finished in 2019 in Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
Operation Flow: The design of this project addresses to an audience that is a little tired of the modern complex and dynamic world and promises honesty and simplicity.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #2: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #3: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #4: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #5: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev