Lagoon Concept Tab pou kafe by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

Lagoon Concept Tab pou kafe by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Bwonz in Dezayn Mèb Competition Category.

BwonzMèb· 2026

Lagoon Concept Tab pou kafe

by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

Client: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

A' Design Award Bwonz Winner in Mèb Category

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The Design

About Lagoon Concept Tab pou kafe

Lagoon Concept se yon tab pou kafe ki enspire de peyizaj Lak Guatape nan Kolonbi. Baz la an bwa masif prezante fòm asimetrik an kouch ki sijere teren ki antoure lak la. Yon tèt an vè koube poze anwo baz la, epi li fòme pou raple mouvman dlo a. Seksyon ouvè nan vè a pèmèt pati nan estrikti bwa a monte travèse l, tankou tèt mòn yo. Fòm nan te devlope atravè rechèch vizyèl, desen ak modelizasyon an twa dimansyon. Lagoon Concept transfòme yon peyizaj rejyonal an yon sifas ki ka itilize.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Bwonz

Lagoon Concept Tab pou kafe se yon ganyan A' Design Award Bwonz, yon rekonesans ki gen anpil prestij yo bay design ekselan ki make pa kreyativite, enjenyozite ak finès. Ganyan Bwonz yo se objè ki abil anpil e ki kreyatif nan fason ki frape, ki otantifye gwo eksperyans, imajinasyon ak debouyaj designer yo. Yo atann Lagoon Concept Tab pou kafe pou se yon objè anpil moun estime, admire e renmen, ki pwofesyonèl e inovatè nan fason remakab. Design sa a ki ganyen A' Design Award Bwonz enkòpore pi bon pratik nan atizay, syans, design ak teknoloji, e li ekselan pou atansyon li bay detay. Lagoon Concept Tab pou kafe satisfè bezwen yon fason espledid, li touche dezi, li chame santiman e li atire kiryozite.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This coffee table is unique because it transforms the geography of Guatape lake into a sculptural form, merging cultural inspiration with functional design. Its solid wood base rising through a wave shaped glass top symbolizes the meeting of land and water. The piece stands out for its storytelling, the contrast of natural and transparent materials, and the combination of digital precision with handcrafted detail.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 1229 cm x Depth 899 mm x Height 355 mm
Tags: Guatape, Colombian design, conceptual furniture, coffee table design, organic shapes, sculptural furniture, solid wood, glass top table, nature inspired design, contemporary furniture
Production Technology: This conceptual design was developed through digital sketching and 3D modeling techniques, using CAD software to shape an asymmetrical solid wood base that evokes the organic geography of the Guatape region. The tabletop is envisioned in thermoformed glass with soft, wave-like curves to represent water movement. Openings in the glass allow the wood structure to emerge through, mimicking mountain peaks. The design combines expressive form making with material contrast and precision detailing.
Design Challenge: The main creative challenge was translating the complex geography of Guatape Lake into a balanced, functional form without losing its emotional and cultural essence. Achieving harmony between organic shapes and structural stability proved difficult. Limited technical references and material behavior for conceptual elements like sculpted glass required extensive experimentation and adaptation within digital modeling constraints.
Research: This project followed a self initiated design research process aimed at transforming regional identity into functional form. The objective was to capture the essence of Guatape Lake through material and shape exploration. Using visual research, sketches, and 3D modeling tools, the study focused on user perception and emotional response. Insights revealed that nature driven narratives enhance user connection and design value in both cultural and commercial contexts.
Inspiration: The inspiration for this design stems from the striking geography of Guatape lake in Colombia. It is intricate shoreline and vivid natural patterns guided the creation of a sculptural coffee table that reflects the harmony between land and water. Motivated by a desire to honor my roots, I conducted visual and topographic research to abstract the lake organic forms into a functional, artistic piece.
Project Duration: The project initially began in February 2023 in New York but was temporarily set aside due to uncertainties in its direction. Development resumed with renewed clarity and purpose in July 2025, also in New York, where the conceptual design is currently being refined.
Operation Flow: The coffee table is designed to invite visual and tactile interaction. Its sculptural wooden base flows naturally beneath a smooth glass top, where gentle curves and openings reveal layers beneath inviting the user to explore its form from different angles. The raised wooden elements create a dynamic presence, sparking curiosity and emotional connection while maintaining full functionality as a central, usable surface.
Team Members: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez
Image Credits: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez