Yebuna Ambalaža za kavu by Antonia Skaraki

Yebuna Ambalaža za kavu by Antonia Skaraki is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Željezna nagrada A' Design Award in Dizajn Ambalaže Competition Category.

ŽeljezoAmbalaža· 2026

Yebuna Ambalaža za kavu

by Antonia Skaraki

Client: Taresso Artisanal Coffee Roasters

Željezna nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Ambalaža Category

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The Design

About Yebuna Ambalaža za kavu

Yebuna je dizajn ambalaže za asortiman mješavina pržene kave. Identitet crpi inspiraciju iz Etiopije, kolijevke kave, te iz amharske riječi Yebuna. Logotip uokviren zagradama upućuje na putovanje kave od podrijetla do šalice. Izražajna vertikalna tipografija poboljšava vidljivost na polici, a živopisne boje inspirirane afričkim rijekama, planinama i zalascima sunca razlikuju svaku mješavinu. Kava se čuva u izdržljivim vrećicama s mogućnošću ponovnog zatvaranja koje očuvaju svježinu. Napredna tehnologija tiska vjerno reproducira precizne gradijente i bogate tonove.

The Recognition

About the Željezna nagrada A' Design Award

Yebuna Ambalaža za kavu je pobjednik Željezne nagrade A' Design Award, prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje dobrim dizajnima što ispunjavaju profesionalne i industrijske zahtjeve očekivane od dobro dizajniranih kreacija. Željezni pobjednici pokazuju veliku vještinu, visoku specijalizaciju, stručno razumijevanje i kreativne kapacitete svojih stvaratelja. Očekuje se da Yebuna Ambalaža za kavu bude visoko cijenjena, voljena i njegovana kreacija koja je praktična i inovativna. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Željeznu nagradu A' Design Award integrira najbolje industrijske prakse i ima kompetentne tehničke karakteristike povezane sa znanjem i talentom. Yebuna Ambalaža za kavu se poštuje zbog svoje temeljitosti i dizajniran je da pruži poboljšanja kvalitete života koja pomažu da svijet postane bolje mjesto.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: Yebuna Coffee's design bridges Ethiopia's heritage with modern clarity. The logo, framed by parentheses, symbolizes coffee's transformative journey, while bold typography asserts confidence. Vivid colors inspired by African landscapes distinguish each blend and evoke emotion. The packaging unites culture, function, and storytelling, offering a product identity that is both memorable and deeply rooted in tradition.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 140mm x Depth 90mm x Height 350mm
Tags: Ethiopia, coffee design, packaging, brand identity, culture, typography, innovation
Production Technology: The packaging is made from durable, resealable coffee bags designed to preserve freshness. Advanced printing techniques allow for precise gradients and rich, vibrant tones that echo African scenery. Digital design processes were used to refine typography and the symbolic logo, ensuring clarity and impact. The result is a balance of strong visual identity and practical functionality, optimized for consumer use.
Design Challenge: The primary challenge was expressing Ethiopia's coffee legacy in a contemporary and globally appealing way. Balancing cultural authenticity with modern aesthetics required sensitivity to avoid cliches. External constraints such as sustainable materials, print limitations, and production feasibility shaped key decisions. Overcoming these obstacles led to a design that celebrates tradition while presenting a bold, competitive brand identity for today’s market.
Research: This project stems from cultural and visual research into Ethiopia's coffee heritage. Objectives included creating a brand that reflects authenticity and global relevance. The methodology combined ethnographic insights, language study, and visual testing of typography and color. Iterations ensured clarity and impact. Results confirmed that consumers resonate with its emotional and cultural depth, making it more than packaging, an identity rooted in heritage.
Inspiration: The project draws inspiration from Ethiopia, the birthplace of coffee, where culture and ritual are inseparable from daily life. The Amharic word Yebuna embodies authenticity, while the natural landscapes of rivers, mountains, and sunsets shaped the visual language. The aim was to design packaging that does not merely contain coffee but reflects its heritage, joy, and universal role in connecting people.
Project Duration: The project started in December 2023 in Athens and finished in April 2024 in Athens
Operation Flow: The design ensures ease of use through resealable, airtight structures that maintain product quality. Large vertical typography enhances visibility on shelves, while bold colors clearly differentiate each variety. Interaction is intuitive, helping consumers quickly identify blends. Beyond function, the design conveys narrative and emotion, inviting users to connect with coffee’s origins while enjoying a refined product experience.
Team Members: Designer: Andreas Deskas
Creative Director: Antonia Skaraki
Image Credits: Image #1 Art Director Andreas Deskas
Image #2 Art Director Andreas Deskas
Image #3 Art Director Andreas Deskas
Image #4 Art Director Andreas Deskas
Image #5 Art Director Andreas Deskas