Press Release
Alov Incense Holder by Arman Khadangan Receives the Bronze A' Design Award in Homeware Design
The international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Arman Khadangan for homeware design
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COMO, Italy, April 24, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ Alov Incense Holder by Arman Khadangan has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Homeware Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Bronze A' Design Award Means
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
About Alov Incense Holder
Step into a world of elegance and functionality with the Alov Incense Holder. Inspired by the beauty of nature and architectural wonders, this meticulously crafted holder features an intricate lattice design. It ingeniously optimizes the diffusion of incense fumes, creating a captivating sensory experience. Crafted with precision using advanced metal 3D printing technology, it embodies durability and reliability. Overcoming creative challenges, this design sets a new benchmark in incense accessory innovation, elevating spaces with its exquisite presence.
About Arman Khadangan
Arman Khadangan is an industrial designer based in Ankara, Turkey, holding an Industrial Design degree from Ostim Technical University. His practice encompasses physical product development and business administration methodologies. He contributes to the manufacturing sector by structuring design integration methods for small and medium-sized enterprises within regional production hubs. His operational focus combines physical product generation with commercial research, delivering production-oriented outcomes for consumer goods and industrial applications.
Award Record
This recognition makes Arman Khadangan a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Decorative Items and Homeware Design Award
The A' Homeware Design Award is an international homeware design competition recognizing good homeware designs by leading brands and designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to homeware designers, product designers, industrial design studios and ceramic artists from all countries. Typical entries include tableware, lighting fixtures, cookware, decorative accessories, bathroom accessories and furniture. The awarded homeware designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/homeware
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/155737
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/155737
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!155737
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/341494
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Alov Incense Holder
- Function
- Incense Holder
- Category
- Homeware Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Silver, Gray, Dark Gray, Dim Gray and Dark Slate Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Arman Khadangan
- Country
- Turkiye
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #155737
Credits
- Image Credits
- Arman Khadangan, 2024
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This 3D printed incense holder combines intricate design inspired by nature and architecture with safety features like lattice structures for cooled smoke diffusion. Its metallic-patterned form enhances sensory experience by channeling dispersion through optimized paths. crafted through iterative modeling, printing, and testing, it harmoniously unifies aesthetic refinement, utility, and innovation, elevating the incense experience beyond mere fragrance delivery to a contemplative artistic endeavor.
- Inspiration
- the designer was initially inspired by the shortcomings of existing incense holder models, which lacked sufficient safety measures and allowed ash residue to create messes. seeking an ideal holder for their desk, the designer found inspiration in: -the intricate patterns and morphology of the morchella esculenta mushroom -the ornate architectural details of the 13th century aslanhane mosque in ankara, designed by architect ebubekir mehmet -central asian door patterns additionally, research into the psychological benefits of incense in promoting positive energy and stress relief motivated enhancing the incense experience through visual design elements.
- Research
- type of research: exploratory design research aimed to revolutionize conventional incense holder designs. research objectives: to unearth shortcomings in existing incense holder models and pioneer a safer, more functional alternative, elevating user experience. methodology: a multi-faceted approach encompassing a comprehensive literature review, meticulous market analysis, and immersive design exploration. data collection and research tools used: data acquisition entailed extensive online research, hands-on product analysis, and drawing inspiration from nature's organic forms and architectural masterpieces. cad software like rhino and ntopology facilitated intricate design exploration.
- Challenge
- the most formidable aspect of this design endeavor lay in reconciling intricate aesthetics with functional efficacy. crafting the lattice structure to optimize incense diffusion presented a creative conundrum, demanding meticulous balance between artistry and engineering. obstacles included navigating production constraints, such as the limitations of metal 3d printing, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. historical references and social perspectives informed design decisions, while technological advancements enabled innovative solutions.
- Realization and Technology
- Alov Incense Holder marries traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. intricate lattice designs, meticulously crafted using CAD software like rhino and ntopology, optimize incense fume diffusion. rach lattice segment is strategically engineered to temper rising smoke, slowing its ascent and enabling wider dispersion. metal 3D printing ensures precise replication of these intricate lattice structures, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.
- Operation and Interaction
- The intricately latticed incense holder is placed on a flat surface. incense is inserted into the hollow top portion and lit, allowing smoke to rise up through the lattice structure. as the smoke passes through the lattice, it is cooled and diffuses in a captivating radial pattern. the stabilizing base and locking mechanism ensure the structure remains securely upright if accidentally disturbed, preventing spills and potential fire hazards. the cooled, dispersed smoke provides an enhanced meditative aromatherapy experience.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started at September 2023 and finished at February of 2024 in Ankara, Türkiye.
- Specifications
- the alov incense holder measures 66mm in diameter and has an overall height of 200mm. the intricate latticework features engineered conduits with openings ranging from 0.5 to 4mm to facilitate optimized smoke diffusion. the incense stick holder part at the bottom base has a diameter of 10mm and a height of 14mm, with a hole diameter at the middle of 2.5mm. there is a highlight of the alov branding debossed underneath. high heat resistance material and modular assembly, all components securely interlock for safe usage.
- Keywords
- incense, incense holder, Oriental culture, incense set
