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Sezgin Aksu - Orka Design Team Is Honored with the Bronze A' Design Award for Vico Bathroom Furniture in Bathroom Furniture and Sanitary Ware Design
Sezgin Aksu - Orka Design Team acknowledged for bathroom furniture and sanitary ware design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Vico Bathroom Furniture by Sezgin Aksu - Orka Design Team, designed for Orka, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Bathroom Furniture and Sanitary Ware Design category. The recognition forms part of the 2024 - 2025 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.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
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.
More About Vico Bathroom Furniture
Vico is a modular bathroom furniture collection designed for modern bathrooms. The lacquered body and drawers are resistant to scratches and moisture. Fully extendable soft-close drawers carry up to 30 kg and offer leather-covered interiors with integrated Led lighting. A metal-framed Led mirror with sensor control and smoked glass shelves complete the collection. The acrylic washbasin is antibacterial and easy to clean. Seven width options from 800 to 2400 millimetres allow Vico to adapt to different bathroom sizes.
About Sezgin Aksu - Orka Design Team
Orka Banyo, 1994 yılından itibaren pazardaki ihtiyaçlar doğrultusunda daha kaliteli hizmet sunmak amacıyla sadece banyo mobilyaları alanında uzmanlaşarak devam eden, her bütçeye ve her mekana uygun tasarımları, banyo dolapları başta olmak üzere banyo aksesuarlarını da içeren ürün gamı ile yaşam alanları şekillendiriyor.
Award Record
Sezgin Aksu - Orka Design Team is a winner of 2 A' Design Awards, including this recognition. The awards span the editions from 2023 - 2024 to 2024 - 2025 of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Bathroom Furniture and Sanitary Ware Design Award
The A' Sanitary Ware Design Award is an international design competition recognizing good bathroom product designs by leading designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to sanitary ware designers, bathroom furniture designers, industrial design studios and ceramic artists from all countries. Entries typically include toilets, sinks, bathtubs, showers, bidets and faucets. Awarded sanitary ware designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/sanitary-ware
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/172367
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/172367
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!172367
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/353176
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.orkabanyo.com/en
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Vico Bathroom Furniture
- Function
- Bathroom Furniture
- Category
- Bathroom Furniture and Sanitary Ware Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Architecture
- Colors
- Dark Gray, Silver, Dim Gray, Gray and Light Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Orka
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Sezgin Aksu - Orka Design Team
- Country
- Turkiye
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #172367
Credits
- Team
- Sezgin Aksu and Orka Design Team
- Image Credits
- Render: Orka Design Team, 2024.; Render: Orka Design Team 2024.; Render: Orka Design Team 2024. Video #1 : Orka Design Team 2024
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Vico is an aesthetic bathroom furniture piece designed for modern bathrooms. The scratch-resistant lacquered body and drawers can be expanded. Fully extendable soft-close drawers with a 30 kg load capacity offer leather-covered interiors and integrated Led lighting. A metal-framed Led mirror and smoked glass shelves complete the elegance. Its modular structure provides perfect solutions with size options ranging from 800 to 2400 mm.
- Inspiration
- Vico is a bathroom furniture collection named after Lake Vico, a volcanic natural wonder in Italy. With its elegant lines, it reflects the calmness and power of water. Inspired by nature and characterized by modern details, this new collection adapts to contemporary life with its minimalist design, ergonomic features, and functional storage solutions. As deep and mesmerizing as a volcanic lake, Vico will offer you a unique experience in your bathroom.
- Research
- Vico is designed as a functional piece of furniture with a modern bathroom concept. Its modular structure offers flexibility while adapting to different bathroom sizes. During the research process, a user experience and ergonomics-focused approach defined the criteria for storage and practical use. Details such as a scratch- and moisture-resistant lacquered body, acrylic washbasin, and soft-close drawers ensure long-lasting durability. The IP67 Led-lit mirror and impact-resistant tempered smoked glass shelves provide an aesthetically pleasing bathroom environment. Vico is an ideal solution for contemporary living spaces.
- Challenge
- Vico stands out from traditional bathroom furniture with its modular structure, customizable options, and functional design. The biggest challenge in the development of Vico was creating a flexible system that adapts to various bathroom sizes. To maximize storage without compromising on aesthetics and durability, materials such as a scratch- and moisture-resistant lacquered body and a hygienic acrylic washbasin were selected. Details like the Led-lit mirror and soft-close drawers provide comfort and ease of use, making Vico a perfect complement for modern bathrooms.
- Realization and Technology
- Vico is a durable and hygienic bathroom furniture piece. The lacquer used on the body and drawers is resistant to breakage and moisture. The hygienic acrylic washbasin ensures cleanliness with antibacterial electrical stability. The uv primer, combined with durable paints, provides color stability and ease of use. Full-extension soft-close drawers with a 30 kg load capacity, Led lighting, leather-covered drawer interiors, smoked glass shelves, and IP67-rated Led lighting enhance quality and usability. Sensor-based, touch-operated control systems with adjustable light intensity support a modern user experience.
- Operation and Interaction
- Vico is designed with smart details that enhance the user experience. The hygienic acrylic washbasin offers healthy use with its easy-to-clean and antibacterial properties. The metal-framed, double-sided Led mirror is controlled by a sensor and is resistant to water splashes. Fully extendable soft-close drawers ensure quiet and comfortable use. Thanks to its modular structure, it adapts seamlessly to different spaces.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in December 2023 in Duzce and was completed in October 2024 in Duzce. It was exhibited at Unicera in November 2024.
- Specifications
- Vico has a modular structure and creates unique bathrooms with seven different size and color concepts. Color Options: Olive Green, White Grey Size Options: 800, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600, 2000, 2400 mm Packaing: The product is shipped with specially designed shock-absorbing packaging. To reflect its return to nature, recyclable packaging options are preferred along with the use of sustainable (Fsc-certified) materials. This ensures both economic safety and contributes to sustainability.
- Keywords
- Minimalist, Modern, Timeless, Functional, Modular, Ergonomic, Sustainable, Innovative, Bathroom, Furniture
