Orb Skenkur by Yilmaz Dogan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award í bronsi in Húsgagnahönnun Competition Category.

BronsHúsgögn· 2025

Orb Skenkur

by Yilmaz Dogan

Client: QZENS Furniture

A' Design Award í bronsi Winner in Húsgögn Category

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The Design

About Orb Skenkur

Orb skenkurinn sameinar Art Deco glæsileika við Býsantínskar byggingarlistarhrif og sækir innblástur frá hinum forna rómverska Hippódrómi í Istanbúl. Samhverfa form hans, loftfræðilegar bogalínur og hringlaga hliðarhurðir hámarka pláss á sama tíma og viðhaldið er fágaðri fagurfræði. Unninn úr handmótuðum viði með lakkáferð, fanéruðum innréttingum og nákvæmlega skornum flötum, fellir Orb í sig sérhannað hjörukerfi fyrir hnökralausa virkni. Gullskreytingar efla glæsilegt yfirbragð hans og í honum felast söguleg áhrif innan samtímahönnunar.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award í bronsi

Orb Skenkur vann A' Design Award í bronsi, mjög virta viðurkenningu sem veitt er framúrskarandi hönnunarverkum sem einkennast af sköpunargáfu, hugvitssemi og skarpskyggni. Sigurvegarar í bronsi eru ríkulega leiknir og áberandi skapandi gripir sem staðfesta víðtæka reynslu, ímyndunarafl og útsjónarsemi hönnuða sinna. Þess er vænst að Orb Skenkur sé mjög metinn, dáður og elskaður hlutur sem er einstaklega fagmannlegur og nýstárlegur. Þetta hönnunarverk sem vann A' Design Award í bronsi felur í sér bestu starfsvenjur í list, vísindum, hönnun og tækni og er framúrskarandi fyrir athygli sína á smáatriðum. Orb Skenkur fullnægir þörfum á dásamlegan hátt, snertir langanir, heillar tilfinningar og vekur forvitni.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Orb is a design that merges the timeless aesthetics of Art Deco with inspiration drawn from Byzantine architecture. With its symmetrical form, aerodynamic curves, and meticulous craftsmanship, it brings a sense of timeless elegance to modern interiors. Featuring a spacious interior, custom shelves for bottles of different heights, and uniquely designed circular side doors that open without occupying extra space, Orb offers both functionality and aesthetics.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width: 222 cm, Height: 74 cm, Depth: 50 cm. It offers a spacious storage area with four doors. The circular side doors open with a unique mechanism that prevents space loss. The interior shelves are designed to accommodate bottles of different heights and various accessories.
Tags: Orb, Art Deco, Byzantine, Hippodrome, Luxury, Wood, Metal, Copper, Timeless, Elegance
Production Technology: Orb is crafted with high-quality lacquer finishes and custom metal details. Its body is made of of hand-crafted shaped wood and the interior has wood veneered, rail shelf units. Precision-cut surfaces achieved through cnc technology provide a smooth and sophisticated appearance. The circular door mechanism, supported by a unique hinge system, enhances functionality. Gold accents elevate the luxurious feel of the design.
Design Challenge: The biggest design challenge of Orb was integrating the circular side door mechanism without compromising functionality. This was resolved through a custom hinge system and interior cladding solutions. A dynamic opening mechanism was developed while preserving the design’s seamless form, achieving both aesthetics and practicality.
Research: The design process of Orb began with an in-depth study of the structural elements of the Ancient Roman Hippodrome and Byzantine architecture. By analyzing circular and linear forms, a balance was created to adapt these influences into contemporary furniture design. The selected materials harmonize historical inspiration with modern functionality.
Inspiration: Orb is inspired by the Ancient Roman Hippodrome. Built in the 3rd century AD on the site of present day Istanbul, this architectural marvel was a major gathering place for society, hosting chariot races and major events. The large-scale circular and linear elements of the Hippodrome influenced Orb’s design language. Its balanced form reflects a historic heritage within contemporary interiors.
Project Duration: Designed in Istanbul, where it was inspired, and manufactured in Ankara, the Orb sideboard was completed in 2023.
Operation Flow: Orb provides a unique opening experience with its specially designed hinge system. The side doors open seamlessly with a gentle push, revealing an interior elegantly finished in Bosphorus Deep blue tone. The adjustable shelf system ensures both functionality and flexibility, offering a refined and practical storage solution.
Image Credits: A. Murat ARIK
Erinç ULUSOY
Giray AYDOS