308a Mīhini Kawhe by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

308a Mīhini Kawhe by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Rino in Hoahoa Taputapu Kāinga Competition Category.

RinoTaputapu Kāinga· 2026

308a Mīhini Kawhe

by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

Client: Segnoinverso

A' Design Award Rino Winner in Taputapu Kāinga Category

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The Design

About 308a Mīhini Kawhe

He mīhini kawhe kāpene-maha a 308a i hoahoatia mō te whare me te tari. Ka whakaae te mīhini ki ngā kāpene, ngā pōta me te kawhe kua orohia, ā, ka whakarite i te espresso, te kawhe roa, te tī me ngā inu miraka. Mā te papu pēhanga me te whakamahana tere e tautoko te tangohanga rite me te crema. Ka taea te whakarite i te pāmahana me te rahinga mō ngā rekanga rerekē. Kua hangaia te tinana ki te ABS whakarewa-pēhi me ngā mata haere tonu me ngā whakawhitinga ngāwari e whakaheke ana i te uauatanga ā-kanohi. Ka kuhuna te kāpene, ka katia te kakau o runga, ā, ka kōwhiria te inu mā te atanga pā.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Rino

Ko 308a Mīhini Kawhe te toa o te A' Design Award Rino, he whakaaetanga whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa pai e whakatutuki ana i ngā hiahia ngaio me te ahumahi e tūmanakohia ana mai i ngā mahi kua hoahoatia pai. Ko ngā toa Rino e whakaatu ana i te pukenga nui, te tohungatanga teitei, te māramatanga mātanga me te kaha auaha o ō rātou kaihanga. E tūmanakohia ana ko 308a Mīhini Kawhe he mahi whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he whaihua, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Rino e whakakotahi ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa o te ahumahi, ā, he āhuatanga hangarau pūkenga tōna e hono ana ki te mōhio me te pūmanawa. E whakahonoretia ana a 308a Mīhini Kawhe mō tōna tōtika, ā, i hoahoatia hei whakapai ake i te kounga o te oranga me te āwhina i te ao kia pai ake.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This coffee machine stands out for its exceptional versatility, combining multiple brewing systems in one compact device. It is compatible with a wide range of capsules, ESE pods, and ground coffee, allowing users to prepare espresso, long coffee, tea, and milk-based drinks. A 19-bar pressure system and fast heating ensure rich extraction and consistent crema, while adjustable temperatures and volumes offer a highly personalized brewing experience for different tastes and beverages.
Dimensions & Packaging: 124x317x290h 1400 W 20bar pump
Tags: multicapsule, capsule, pod, espresso, cappuccino, coffee, machine
Production Technology: ABS injection molding
Design Challenge: The creative challenge was to design a coffee machine that feels friendly and approachable while standing out in a crowded market of technical-looking products. The goal was to achieve a fluid, compact form with continuous surfaces that visually soften the object and reduce perceived complexity. The design avoids aggressive geometries, aiming instead for a balanced and timeless aesthetic that can naturally fit into different environments, from domestic kitchens to office spaces.
Research: The design research began with a detailed benchmark analysis of existing single-serve coffee machines, identifying limits in compactness, visual coherence, and user perception. Early concepts were explored through sketches to define proportions and fluidity, followed by 3D models to refine volumes around internal components. Prototyping was used to validate ergonomics and visual balance. CMF studies finalized the design, enhancing surface continuity, tactile quality, and integration in different environments.
Inspiration: The design is inspired by the idea of fluidity and the expressive nature of liquid in motion. Soft, continuous surfaces flow seamlessly from one volume to another, creating a sense of natural continuity and visual calm. The form avoids sharp interruptions, favoring smooth transitions that recall the movement of water and coffee extraction itself. This fluid geometry conveys lightness, precision, and harmony, transforming a compact machine into an intuitive and elegant object.
Project Duration: Italy, 03/2022 to 06/2022
Operation Flow: The machine is designed for intuitive and seamless operation. The user inserts the preferred capsule or coffee pod, using the dedicated holder, close the top handle, selects the desired beverage setting through the touch interface, and starts brewing with a single action. Visual indicators guide each step, while automatic dosing and flow control simplify the interaction, creating a smooth and effortless coffee-making experience.
Team Members: Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque