Large Yore Akpa Duffle by Songmont is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha in Nhazi Ihe Mgbakwunye Ejiji na Njem Competition Category.

ỌlaọchaIhe Mgbakwunye· 2026

Large Yore Akpa Duffle

by Songmont

Client: Songmont

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha Winner in Ihe Mgbakwunye Category

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The Design

About Large Yore Akpa Duffle

Large Yore bụ akpa duffle emere maka njem na ojiji kwa ụbọchị. E megharịrị atụmatụ agwa agụ Tibet na atụmatụ eze site n'echiche ọrụ, ebe agwa ndị ahụ na-etolite ahịrị nkewa n'etiti ebe nchekwa dị iche iche, ebe eze ndị ahụ na-akpụ aka ejide na ebe njikọ. Akpa mpụta nwere mmechi magnetik siri ike na-enye ohere ịbanye ngwa ngwa n'emeghịghị ime akpa ahụ. Tepụ zipa na rivets n'akụkụ abụọ na-edozi ọdịdị akpa ahụ na oke ihe ọ ga-eburu. E ji akpụkpọ anụ e ji ihe ọkụkụ dozie mee akpa a, nke na-enweta patina dị nro ka oge na-aga.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha

Large Yore Akpa Duffle meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị dị n'ọkwa kachasị elu, mara mma ma na-eju anya. Ndị meriri na Ọlaọcha bụ ọrụ na-egbu maramara nke ukwuu ma dị oke nzụlite nke na-egosi ọmarịcha ihe ọmụma, talent na nghọta nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Large Yore Akpa Duffle ga-abụ ọrụ dị ịtụnanya, ihe nlereanya, nke dị oke ọrụ ma dị omimi n'ihe ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha bụ ihe e mepụtara dị oke ịrịba ama, nke a na-eto nke na-erite uru ma na-ebuga oke nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ n'ihu. Large Yore Akpa Duffle bụ ihe e kere eke ọtụtụ ndị na-ekwo ekworo ya nke na-akpali ọchịchọ, na-eweta mmetụta ọma ma na-akpali ịtụnanya.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Guided by the principle of form follows function, the bag transforms Tibetan tiger stripe and tooth motifs into a structural language, infusing the minimalist modern silhouette with a vibrant cultural presence. It also incorporates an external pocket and a strong magnetic closure for quick item access. A zipper tape, paired with tiger tooth inspired rivets on both sides, meets personalized needs. Vegetable tanned leather as the main material ensures time worn elegance and tactile sophistication.
Dimensions & Packaging: product dimensions, 400 mm x 155 mm x 28 mm
Tags: Tote Bag, Modern Minimalism, Tibetan Tiger Stripe and Tooth Motifs, Vegetable Tanned Leather, User Friendly Storage, Quick Access Mechanism, Form Follows Function
Production Technology: The bag employs the proprietary vegetable tanned leather that features natural textures and a soft, warm touch for both visual and tactile comfort. With daily use, the material gradually develops a unique patina, which improves visual layering and reflects the individual journey of its owner, embodying the profound meaning of lasting companionship. Rounded edging on all four sides offers a soft yet structured solution, ensuring a crisp silhouette even when carrying heavy loads.
Design Challenge: The application of cultural elements often relies on superficial symbol extraction and decorative patterning, disconnecting cultural meaning and functional form. The design team has innovatively translated cultural elements including tiger stripes and tiger teeth from a functional perspective. Tiger stripes are transformed into dividing lines for specific functional areas, and tiger teeth are reinterpreted as the ends of handles, achieving aesthetic harmony of function, form, and meaning.
Research: The bag integrates form, function, and meaning, where tiger stripes are transformed into dividing lines for specific functional areas, and tiger teeth are reinterpreted as handles and attachment points, fusing cultural symbols with functions. Combined with a scientific zoning design, a quick access mechanism, and vegetable tanned leather, it achieves emotional depth and time worn elegance while ensuring practicality. The result is a seamless journey from cultural expression to user experience.
Inspiration: Adhering to the principle of form follows function, the bag integrates Tibetan tiger stripe and tooth motifs into its functional design. Tiger stripes are transformed into dividing lines for specific functional areas, while tiger teeth are reinterpreted as handles and attachment points, achieving a unity of cultural significance, aesthetic appeal, and practicality. Inside, a distressed lining is printed with the pattern of tiger teeth, creating a subtle narrative that echoes the exterior.
Project Duration: The bag was first launched on February 28, 2024. It was recently updated on November 20, 2025, with the addition of a multi purpose shoulder strap.
Operation Flow: The ergonomically tapered shoulder strap fits either shoulder and effectively distributes pressure for optimal comfort. It also offers crossbody and single shoulder carrying modes.
The bag boasts multiple compartments inside to keep item organized, with an external pocket facilitating quick item access, thus improving convenience of use.
A zipper tape, paired with tiger tooth inspired rivets on both sides, allows bag silhouette and capacity adjustment, ensuring adaptation to various scenarios.
Team Members: Song Fu