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Roman Artistry 6 Set Lading Pawon by Xiao Quan Zhang

Roman Artistry 6 Set Lading Pawon by Xiao Quan Zhang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Perak in Desain Piranti Panggang, Piranti Meja, Piranti Unjukan lan Piranti Pawon Competition Category.


PerakPiranti Pawon· 2025

Roman Artistry 6 Set Lading Pawon

by Xiao Quan Zhang

Client: Zhang Xiao Quan

A' Design Award Perak Winner in Piranti Pawon Category

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The Design

About Roman Artistry 6 Set Lading Pawon

Roman Artistry 6 yaiku set lading pawon isi enem karo blok sing bisa muter. Blok kasebut muter 360 derajat, dadi saben lading bisa dijupuk tanpa mindhah dhasare. Blok kasebut bisa dibongkar kanggo diresiki lan dilengkapi alat pangasah lading sing wis manunggal. Wilah lading digawe saka waja 50Cr15MoV supaya atos lan tahan karat, dene bloke digawe saka plastik PP lan ABS. Gagange dibentuk supaya pas ing tangan, lan bobote sing seimbang nyengkuyung kontrol nalika digunakake suwe. Wujud lan werna krim lan coklat kasebut ngrujuk marang pilar-pilar Romawi lan patung klasik.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Perak

Roman Artistry 6 Set Lading Pawon menang A' Design Award Perak, pangenalan sing prestisius banget sing diparingake marang desain tingkat dhuwur, endah lan nggumunake. Pemenang Perak iku karya sing sumunar banget lan kreatif banget sing nggambarake kaprigelan, bakat lan kaweruh para desainer. Roman Artistry 6 Set Lading Pawon dikarepake dadi karya sing nggumunake, conto teladan, profesional banget lan inovatif banget. Desain sing menang A' Design Award Perak iki iku panemuan sing luar biasa banget lan dikagumi sing paring manfaat lan nyurung maju wates seni, sains, desain lan teknologi. Roman Artistry 6 Set Lading Pawon iku ciptaan sing akeh sing ngirenake sing nggugah kekarepan, nggawa perasaan positif lan nuwuhake gumun lan kagum.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
This kitchen knife set represents a blend of classical aesthetics and modern design concepts, showcasing artistic beauty while offering outstanding practicality. It features an innovative 360 degree rotating knife block, superior material quality, and a multifunctional configuration for user friendliness. These elements perfectly meet the high standards of modern families for kitchen tools, providing a more efficient way to handle various ingredients.
Dimensions & Packaging
156*156*339mm
Tags
Kitchen knife set, 360 degree rotating knife block, Ancient Roman aesthetic design, Versatile six piece configuration, Detachable for easy cleaning, Combination of artistry and practicality
Production Technology
The 50Cr15MoV steel provides the knives with exceptional hardness and wear resistance, thanks to its high carbon content. They also boast excellent toughness and corrosion resistance, maintaining sharpness and durability even with prolonged use. The knife block uses PP material that resists heat and has high hardness, along with ABS plastic known for superior overall performance. This material combination ensures stability and lasting durability of the knife set.
Design Challenge
The challenge was to create a knife set practical enough to meet modern kitchen demands. To this end, the knife block features a 360 degree rotating design. The builtin gears and metal plates offer a smooth damping during rotation, with subtle sound feedback for intuitive, effortless knife retrieval and placement. The knife block can be disassembled for thorough cleaning, and it integrates multiple functions like a knife sharpener into a compact form, improving space utilization and convenience.
Research
As people pursue better quality of life, their expectations for kitchen tools have expanded beyond functionality to prioritize aesthetics and user experience. Addressing the shortcomings of traditional knife sets in both beauty and practicality, this product combines innovative design, premium materials, and convenient features, offering an artistic and practical solution that meets the diverse needs of modern households.
Inspiration
Inspired by the classic Roman columns of ancient architecture and the elegance of Renaissance sculptures, this knife set features a smooth, fluid silhouette that balances strength and beauty. The creamy white base color symbolizes purity and refinement, complemented by brown accents that add luxury and visual depth. This creates a sense of fullness and dimension in the entire design. The knife handles and the block follow the golden ratio, further enhancing the overall artistic appeal.
Project Duration
The project was designed and developed in Hangzhou in November 2024 and will be launched in China in March 2025
Operation Flow
The knife handles are ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in the hand, reducing fatigue during extended use. Balanced weight distribution ensures precise, smooth control, making food preparation easier and more efficient.
The knife block features a 360 degree rotating design for easy access to knives. The slots are thoughtfully laid out for neat organization, eliminating hassles of cluttered countertops for more efficient operation and a tidy kitchen space.
Team Members
Baichuan Cheng,
Jiali Peng,
Zihan Li

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