Wave Earraí Gloine by Elif Kurdas is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award in Dearadh Earraí Cistine Competition Category.

Cré-umhaEarraí Cistine· 2026

Wave Earraí Gloine

by Elif Kurdas

Client: Lav

Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award Winner in Earraí Cistine Category

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The Design

About Wave Earraí Gloine

Is bailiúchán earraí gloine é Wave atá deartha le haghaidh deochanna agus milseog. Áirítear sa bhailiúchán tumbléir fuisce, gloine dí faide agus cupán uachtair reoite. Tá dromchla uigeach ar gach píosa le cuair mhíne a spreagann geoiméadracht na dtonnta aigéin. Cuireann na comhrianta rithimeacha doimhneacht amhairc leis agus tugann siad greim taitneamhach. Táirgtear na gloiní as gloine aoil sóide le meaisín brúite uathoibríoch. Rinneadh tiús balla na ndromchlaí tonnacha a bharrfheabhsú le haghaidh olltáirgeachta. Athléiríonn Wave earraí óil easnacha clasaiceacha ar bhealach comhaimseartha.

The Recognition

About the Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Wave Earraí Gloine Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award, aitheantas an-ghradamach a bhronntar ar dhearaí sármhaithe a mbíonn cruthaitheacht, aireagacht agus géarchúis mar shaintréithe acu. Is déantúsáin ghlic agus chruthaitheacha go suntasach iad buaiteoirí Cré-umha a dhearbhaíonn taithí fhairsing, samhlaíocht agus acmhainneacht a ndearthóirí. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh an dearadh Wave Earraí Gloine ina rud a bhfuil an-mheas air, a n-ardaítear agus a ghráitear, atá thar a bheith gairmiúil agus nuálach. Ionchorpraíonn an dearadh seo a bhuaigh Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award na cleachtais is fearr san ealaín, san eolaíocht, sa dearadh agus sa teicneolaíocht, agus tá sé sármhaith as a aird ar mhionsonraí. Sásaíonn an dearadh Wave Earraí Gloine riachtanais go hálainn, bainíonn sé le mianta, cuireann sé draíocht ar mhothúcháin agus tarraingíonn sé fiosracht.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Wave collection embody the geometry of nature and its beauty, with their textured and patterned surface reminiscent of organic forms. The tactile design not only adds a visual appeal but also offers a pleasing grip, making them both practical and sumptuous. Gentle curves mirror the rhythmic flow of the waves, while enriching the interaction between light and depth. The collection includes one whiskey tumbler, one long drink glass, and an ice cream cup.
Dimensions & Packaging: Whiskey glass: H:91mm R:85mm, Long Drink Glass: H:145mm R:72mm, Ice cream cup: H:98mm R:99mm
Tags: Ocean, Wave, Glassware, Drinkware, Nature, Tableware
Production Technology: It is produced from soda lime glass using the automatic press machine. Glass is the most suitable material for both indoor and outdoor use, and it is healthy and environmentally friendly.
Design Challenge: Form of the products drew inspiration from the idea of translating the fluidity, rhythm, and harmony of ocean waves into tangible glass objects. Applying the wave form to products of varying sizes, ensuring continuity, and creating a product collection were challenging. The wall thickness distribution of the wavy surfaces had to be carefully optimized for mass production.
Research: The project aimed to reinterpret classic ribbed drinkware with a contemporary approach, imbuing it with dynamic and innovative qualities. By exploring how geometry of nature can influence both the aesthetic and functional aspects of glassware design, the form of the products was derived from organic forms and repetitive patterns found in nature. The resulting designs challenge traditional perceptions of form and texture while also providing a pleasant grip and offering a new sensory and visual experience.
Inspiration: Wave is inspired by the infinite cycle of ocean waves and the elegant geometry within water itself. Each curve of a wave carries the flawless mathematics of nature and a rhythm that invites a deep sense of serenity.
Project Duration: The project which started in February 2024, was completed in January 2025 and exhibited at the 2025 Ambiente fair.
Operation Flow: Its form creates a three dimensional sense of motion on glass with its dynamic lines inspired by the fluid energy of waves. The rhythmic contours on its surface capture a fleeting moment of the ever shifting form of water.Each line reflects the natural rise and fall of a wave, while its bold structure offers a modern and sculptural aesthetic.
Team Members: Product Design Lead: Elif Kurdaş
Product Design Manager: Özge Göksu Tezcan