Press Release
Bumper Front Open Luggage by Flow On Studios Receives the Silver A' Design Award in Fashion and Travel Accessories Design
The international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Flow On Studios for fashion and travel accessories design
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COMO, Italy, April 22, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ Bumper Front Open Luggage by Flow On Studios, designed for FlowOnStudios, has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Fashion and Travel Accessories Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The recognition forms part of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached 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 Silver A' Design Award Means
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
About Bumper Front Open Luggage
Bumper is a front opening suitcase designed for frequent business travelers. The body is made from polycarbonate with 30 percent recycled content, and a coarse matte finish improves scratch resistance. High toughness nylon protectors at all four corners absorb impacts, and reinforcement ribs appear as vertical accents on the front. The modular wheels can be replaced independently, which extends the service life of the suitcase. The front flap compartment opens upward while the luggage stands upright, allowing quick access to essential items.
About Flow On Studios
FlowOnStudios is a Shanghai-based luggage brand with years of deep experience in the industry. Guided by the core philosophy of “sustainable flow,” it is dedicated to creating product solutions for the contemporary traveler that seamlessly integrate aesthetics and functionality. FlowOnStudios believes that travel is not merely a journey through space, but also a reflection of inner movement—a continuous flow between the self and the world.
Award Record
Flow On Studios is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Award
The A' Accessory Design Award is an international fashion design competition recognizing good accessory designs by leading designers and brands worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to accessory designers, fashion designers, travel accessory designers and luxury goods manufacturers from all countries. Typical entries include handbags, scarves, belts, luggage, hats and travel bags. The awarded accessory designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/accessory
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/180422
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/180422
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!180422
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/379209
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Bumper Front Open Luggage
- Function
- Front Open Luggage
- Category
- Fashion and Travel Accessories Design
- Discipline
- Fashion Design
- Industry
- Fashion and Luxury
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Black, Gainsboro, Dark Gray and Silver
- Images
- 5
- Client
- FlowOnStudios
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Flow On Studios
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #180422
Credits
- Team
- FlowOnStudios
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Designed for frequent business travelers, this luggage prioritizes efficiency and durability. Reinforced ribs and high strength nylon corner protectors effectively absorb impacts during handling while the modular, replaceable wheel assembly allows independent replacement to avoid discarding the entire suitcase, extending service life. The front flap quick access compartment and dual zipper main compartment meet various storage needs, providing a convenient and reliable travel experience.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the protective logic of automotive bumpers, the product incorporates nylon protectors at all four corners. These components act as impact buffers, improving durability while establishing a strong and recognizable visual identity. The flow concept of the brand runs throughout the product, integrating smooth mobility, efficient access, and convenient storage to unify protective performance with a seamless travel experience.
- Research
- As business travel becomes increasingly frequent, luggage has become a key travel companion. Users demand efficient access, stable mobility, and long term durability. Conventional suitcases are often discarded due to localized wheel or corner damage, affecting travel experience. This product addresses these issues through modular replaceable wheels, protective designs, and quick access compartments, fully meeting the expectations of modern users for efficiency and durability.
- Challenge
- Balancing structural strength with a clean, minimalist aesthetic was a challenge. Guided by functional aesthetics, reinforcement ribs are presented as front vertical accents, enhancing impact resistance while establishing an orderly look. The corner protectors serve as visual markers, showing strength and reliability. Rounded edges provide both a friendly look and effective impact protection, while the matte finish reinforces a rational, premium, and durable impression.
- Realization and Technology
- The luggage body is made from Covestro PC material, incorporating 30 percent recycled PC for sustainability without compromising structural strength. A coarse matte finish improves scratch and abrasion resistance. The corner protectors are made of high toughness PA6 nylon, offering excellent impact and wear resistance. Recycled 40D monofilament nylon lining provides tear resistance, water repellency, and ecofriendliness, ensuring durability and sustainability throughout the entire product.
- Operation and Interaction
- The modular wheels allow independent replacement, extending product lifespan. FlowRoll 60 mm steel ball bearing offroad wheels deliver smooth load bearing performance, strong traction, and stable movement across various terrains. Front flap compartment opens upward at 90 degrees, allowing stable opening and closing while the luggage remains upright for quick retrieval of essentials. A recessed TSA008 lock is integrated into the shell to prevent damage to the lock cylinder during handling.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project was initiated in July 2025 in Shanghai, with design and production completed in December 2025. It was exhibited on December 31, 2025 at Tank Shanghai.
- Specifications
- product dimensions, 550 mm x 380 mm x 230 mm
- Keywords
- Luggage, Front Opening Compartment Accessible in Upright Position, Reinforced Protection, Replaceable Wheels, Sustainable Design, Rational Minimalist Aesthetic
