Noto Whakaaturanga Pepa Hiko by Sxdesign is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Pūrere Matihiko me Hiko Competition Category.
ParahiHiko Kiritaki· 2026
Noto Whakaaturanga Pepa Hiko
by Sxdesign
Client: Sxdesign
A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Hiko Kiritaki Category
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The Design
About Noto Whakaaturanga Pepa Hiko
He whakaaturanga pepa hiko a Noto mō ngā tari me ngā wāhi mahi whaiaro. Ka whakauria ki te pakitara mā ngā aukume, ka mahi a Noto hei tohu rūma hui, ā, ko te mata whero e tohu ana kua nohoia te rūma. Ka whakatakotoria ki runga i te tēpu mā te tūnga mowhiti hurihuri kua whakauruhia, ka whakaatu a Noto i ngā rārangi mahi me ngā maramataka mā te takoto poutū, mā te takoto whakapae rānei. Ko te mata tae-toru kāore he whakakanapa, ā, ka whakamahi hiko i te wā anake e whakahoutia ana te ihirangi. Ka whakahoutia te ihirangi mā tawhiti mā te whatunga ahokore. Ka roa ngā pākahiko AA e toru mō te kotahi ki te rua tau. Kua hangaia te tinana ki te ABS mātotoru ka taea te hangarua.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Parahi
Ko Noto Whakaaturanga Pepa Hiko te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Noto Whakaaturanga Pepa Hiko he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Noto Whakaaturanga Pepa Hiko i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Noto is a dual-state E-ink display serving as a professional meeting sign or personal productivity tool. It transitions from a wall-mounted 'Notice' board to a desktop 'Note' via a 360-degree rotating stand. The tri-color, glare-free screen offers a paper-like experience, while the elegant integrated curved back feels organic in any environment. Powered by 3 AA batteries, it ensures a sustainable 1-2 year lifespan, avoiding the impact of lithium-ion waste.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Dimensions: 178mm (W) x 119mm (D) x 28mm (H). Screen: Three-color E-ink (Red, White, Black). Connectivity: Wireless Network (Wi-Fi). Power Source: 3 x AA Batteries. Mounting: Magnetic wall-mount and integrated rotating ring stand. Orientation: Supports both horizontal and vertical display modes.
- Tags
- E-ink Display, Sustainable Design, Digital Signage, Smart Office, Desktop Organizer, Electronic Paper, Minimalist Tech, Wireless Calendar
- Production Technology
- The device uses Tri-Color E-Ink technology, consuming power only during refreshes for 'Always-On' visibility without drain. The body features recyclable, matte ABS to complement the paper-like display. Internal hardware is optimized for ultra-low power, integrating Wi-Fi for cloud synchronization. High-strength neodymium magnets ensure stable mounting on various surfaces.
- Design Challenge
- The primary design challenge was reconciling the volumetric constraints of three AA batteries with the aesthetic requirement for a slim, modern profile. Furthermore, engineering the dual-mode interaction posed a significant structural hurdle; magnetic attachments had to be secure for wall mounting yet effortless for desktop use, necessitating iterative testing of hinge torque. Finally, optimizing Wi-Fi wake-up protocols ensured battery life without slowing sync.
- Research
- Market trends show a surge in "Quiet Technology" to combat screen fatigue and paper waste. Our research balanced energy autonomy with seamless connectivity. User testing proved the tri-color (Red/Black/White) palette signals status—like "Occupied"—more effectively than monochrome, without the glare of glowing screens. Additionally, choosing AA batteries over lithium cells extends product life and simplifies recycling, firmly aligning with modern eco-standards.
- Inspiration
- Noto was inspired by the desire to bridge the gap between static paper efficiency and digital flexibility. Traditional paper generates waste, while standard screens cause visual fatigue and high energy consumption. Noto aims to be a "living piece of paper"—an eco-friendly, non-intrusive information hub that adapts to both collaborative office and personal workspaces.
- Project Duration
- The project started in Beijing, China in August 2025 and finished in January 2026.
- Operation Flow
- Users update content remotely via a dedicated mobile app or web interface. For professional use, NOTO magnetically snaps onto the wall as a meeting room indicator. A red screen indicates "Occupied," offering clear visual cues from a distance. For personal use, the rotating ring stand allows desktop placement. The rotating mechanism allows for quick switching between portrait (To-do lists) and landscape (Calendars) orientations, providing an intuitive and tactile user experience.
- Team Members
- Liu Beibei
Chen Xu
Dr. Zhang Rong
Huang Hao
Gao Jingyan
Li Shulong
Zhang Mingjie
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