Unico Lub Raj Kaw Cawv Txiv Hmab Ntau Yam Haujlwm by Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini

Unico Lub Raj Kaw Cawv Txiv Hmab Ntau Yam Haujlwm by Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Tooj in Tsim Khoom Ci, Khoom Siv Rooj Noj Mov, Khoom Haus thiab Khoom Siv Ua Noj Competition Category.

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Unico Lub Raj Kaw Cawv Txiv Hmab Ntau Yam Haujlwm

by Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini

Client: Pour Different

A' Design Award Tooj Winner in Khoom Siv Chav Ua Noj Category

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The Design

About Unico Lub Raj Kaw Cawv Txiv Hmab Ntau Yam Haujlwm

Unico yog ib lub raj kaw cawv txiv hmab ntau yam haujlwm uas txhais tshiab cov khoom siv cawv txiv hmab nrog rau rau yam haujlwm sib txuas. Ntxiv rau qhov yog lub nchuav tsis muaj dej poob, txo cov dej ntws, thiab ua kom cua nkag rau hauv cawv txiv hmab tam sim ntawd, nws nthuav qhia peb yam kev tsim tshiab tshwj xeeb: Qhib Yooj Yim rau kev siv yooj yim, Nres Kev Nyab Xeeb los tiv thaiv kom tsis txhob nchuav, thiab lub taw qhov NFC enabled rau kev nkag mus rau cov ntsiab lus hais txog cawv txiv hmab uas hloov kho tas li. Tsim los ntawm SLS 3D luam ntawv, nws tso cai rau kev hloov kho sai, txawm rau cov pawg me me, kom ntseeg tau tias muaj cov qauv tsim tshwj xeeb nrog lub sijhawm tsim khoom sai.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Tooj

Unico Lub Raj Kaw Cawv Txiv Hmab Ntau Yam Haujlwm yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Tooj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev uas muab rau cov qauv tsim tshwj xeeb uas txawv los ntawm kev tsim tshiab, kev txawj tsim thiab kev ntse. Cov neeg yeej Tooj yog cov khoom muaj txuj ci heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas ua pov thawj txog kev paub ntau, kev xav thiab kev txawj ua ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Unico Lub Raj Kaw Cawv Txiv Hmab Ntau Yam Haujlwm xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub, uas tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Tooj no siv cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis thiab zoo heev vim nws saib xyuas cov ntsiab lus. Unico Lub Raj Kaw Cawv Txiv Hmab Ntau Yam Haujlwm ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau zoo kawg, kov cov kev xav, ntxias cov kev xav thiab txhawb kev xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Unico combines six functions in a single solution. In addition to being a drip-free pourer, flow reducer, and instant wine aerator, it introduces three exclusive innovations: Easy Open, allowing you to open and close the bottle without removing it; Safety Stop, the first system that seals the bottle in case of accidental tipping; and a smart stand with integrated NFC, providing access to exclusive wine-related content simply by bringing your smartphone close.
Dimensions & Packaging: Length 25 mm
Width 25 mm
Height 100 mm
Tags: stopper, winestopper, winetool, wine
Production Technology: Unico was developed through an iterative design process combining advanced engineering, digital fabrication, and user-centered research. Produced via SLS 3D printing, it integrates PA12 nylon, food-grade silicone, stainless steel, and neodymium magnets for durability and performance. 3D printing enables rapid customization, even for small batches, allowing unique designs tailored to specific needs. All this is complemented by NFC integration, enhancing interactivity and making Unico a wine stopper bridging tradition and innovation.
Design Challenge: The project was conceived with the ambition of integrating all the most sought-after functions in the industry into a single tool. Its functional complexity and intricate geometries were made possible through laser sintering 3D printing.
In addition to reducing production waste by over 40% compared to traditional manufacturing methods, this technology is the only one capable of creating the complex internal geometries that would otherwise be impossible to achieve.
Research: The research began with a market analysis to understand wine enthusiasts' needs and accessory limitations. The goal was to create a multifunctional stopper without compromising aesthetics or practicality. Using an iterative approach with tests and simulations, we optimized design and functionality. Surveys, sommelier interviews, and user testing validated comfort and efficiency. The integrated NFC enhances interactivity, impacting product innovation and functional design evolution.
Inspiration: Unico is not only an elegant synthesis of innovation but a tribute to the essence of wine itself. Inspired by its deep cultural heritage and the rituals of sharing, Unico enhances both the serving and tasting experience while fostering the exchange of knowledge and stories about wine. Every design choice reflects the fluidity and refinement of wine, blending tradition and technology into a seamless interaction that connects people through a shared passion.
Project Duration: Born in Florence in December 2023, the project was recognized among the best Italian design projects of 2024 by the ADI Design Index, earning a nomination for the Compasso d’Oro 2026. It was exhibited at the ADI Design Museum in Milan and Spazio WeGil in Rome between October and November 2024. Unico is also the winner of the 2025 Global Design Awards in Hong Kong. Developed through extensive research and innovation, it embodies a balance of functionality and aesthetics, setting a new standard in contemporary design and redefining the user experience.
Operation Flow: Once applied to the bottle, Unico opens and closes with a simple half-turn, allowing pouring without removal. The same motion resets it if the Safety Stop is activated. During pouring, it instantly aerates the wine. After use, a 180-degree turn allows full disassembly for deep cleaning, even in the dishwasher. Its interactive stand acts as both a support and a gateway to expertly curated, AI-enhanced wine content, simply by bringing your smartphone close.
Patents: Patent application for industrial invention. No. 102023000006048. 29/03/2023. Italy
Utility model patent application. No. 202023000001290. 29/03/20233. Italy
Team Members: Mauro Di Girolamo
Tommaso Marzolini