1045 Coffee Beans Involucrum by Natalya Bilousova

1045 Coffee Beans Involucrum by Natalya Bilousova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum in Designatio Involucri Competition Category.

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1045 Coffee Beans Involucrum

by Natalya Bilousova

Client: 1045 Coffee

Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum Winner in Involucrum Category

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The Design

About 1045 Coffee Beans Involucrum

Forma involucri coffeae 1045 altitudinem urbis Calgary exprimit per insigne rhombicum et numeros 1045 audaces, prospectum montuosum celebrem urbis significans. Lineae perspectivae umbras montium agrumque coffeae evocant, imagines montium traditas vitantes. Paleta colorum, a tonis coffeae inspirata, colores obscuriores espresso et clariores mixturis filtratis adhibet. Sacci coffeae nigri traditionales et pittacia selecta utilitatem elegantiamque coniungunt, agnitionem confirmantes dum studium qualitatis et artificii notae reflectunt.

The Recognition

About the Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum

1045 Coffee Beans Involucrum victor est Praemii A' Design Award Aeneum, honoris multum aestimati formis egregiis, creandi ingenio, sollertia et acumine insignibus dati. Victores Aenei opera perita et mire creandi sunt, quae experientiam, imaginationem et solertiam auctorum suorum confirmant. Exspectatur 1045 Coffee Beans Involucrum rem multum aestimatam, admiratam et carissimam, notabiliter professionalem et novam fore. Haec forma Aeneo victa optimas consuetudines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae amplectitur et in cura minutiarum excellit. 1045 Coffee Beans Involucrum necessitates egregie explet, cupiditates tangit, sensus capit et curiositatem allicit.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This project established a unique identity for 1045, a locally roasted coffee blend that pays homage to the elevation of the city of Calgary of 1045 meters above sea level. It embodies the bold Calgarian spirit, striking a balance between tradition and innovation. The packaging showcase a dedication to quality, sustainability, and artisanal craftsmanship, seamlessly merging rugged natural elements with contemporary design. Created to appeal to both devoted coffee lovers and a new generation of enthusiasts, 1045 celebrates the rich coffee culture of Calgary.
Dimensions & Packaging: Label size 110 x 160 mm, coffee bag 135 x 260 mm
Tags: packaging, coffee, Calgary, drinks, coffee beans, coffee bag, coffee packaging
Production Technology: The 1045 Coffee packaging utilizes classic black coffee bags, providing a sleek and timeless look that preserves freshness. Each blend is distinguished by a carefully designed label, produced as a high-quality sticker for flexibility and easy application. This approach allows for efficient production while maintaining a premium feel. The combination of durable materials and a thoughtfully crafted label ensures both practicality and strong visual appeal on the shelf.
Design Challenge: The creative challenge for 1045 Coffee was to visualize Calgary's elevation in a unique and impactful way, without resorting to the typical mountain imagery that competitors use. The goal was to reflect the city's high-altitude spirit while avoiding cliches. The solution involved designing a diamond-shaped logo featuring bold 1045 numbers that evoke the essence of mountains, complemented by perspective lines that simultaneously suggest the shadows of mountains and coffee fields. This approach captured Calgary's elevation and the coffee's origins in a distinct and original way, ensuring a memorable visual identity.
Research: The development of the 1045 Coffee brand started with a thorough analysis of the market and competitors, examining trends and understanding consumer preferences. The target audience was defined by their behaviors, preferences, and attitudes towards locally sourced, high-quality coffee. This research guided the creation of a unique brand identity and packaging design, ensuring it was both visually engaging and informative.
Inspiration: The visual identity of 1045 Coffee captures the warmth and richness of a perfectly brewed cup. A calm, earthy color palette reflects the deep hues of coffee, emphasizing authenticity and craftsmanship. Each coffee origin features two shades, a darker tone for espresso's bold intensity and a lighter hue for the smooth filter method. This thoughtful design creates a cohesive, elegant look that enhances shelf presence while celebrating the unique character of each coffee variety.
Project Duration: Calgary, Canada, the project began in May and ended in August, 2024
Operation Flow: The 1045 coffee brand, crafted by a local Calgary manufacturer, offers a unique blend that stands out in the market. Its packaging is both convenient and visually appealing, designed to attract the target audience through careful market analysis. Striking a balance between aesthetics and function, the design ensures easy recognition, clear communication of the product's uniqueness, and a strong local identity.
Team Members: Natalya Bilousova
Image Credits: Natalya Bilousova, 2025