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Tabli Coffee Machine

A' Design Award 2026 Gold Winner in Home Appliances Design

15 April 2026

Tabli Coffee Machine by Florian Seidl
Tabli Coffee Machine by Florian Seidl
Tabli Coffee Machine by Florian Seidl
Tabli Coffee Machine by Florian Seidl
Tabli Coffee Machine by Florian Seidl

Florian Seidl · CLIENT: Lavazza

Tabli is a new Lavazza system and represents a revolution in the world of single serve coffee. While capsule machines are extremely convenient and offer a great taste experience with guaranteed consistent quality, they also have a significant environmental impact. For this reason, Lavazza developed a completely capsule free system. A coffee tab without capsule. No aluminium. No plastic. No coating. Just ground coffee.

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Unique Properties
Although capsule machines provide exceptional convenience and consistently deliver high quality coffee, their environmental footprint is considerable. To address this challenge, Lavazza has introduced an entirely capsule free system. The tabs are the innovative shape in which the ground coffee is presented. The appliance continues the commitment to sustainability. Repairable and made in Europe, with a high percentage of post consumer recycled plastic and low energy consumption.
Dimensions & Packaging
Dimensions: 165mm / 390mm / 330mm
Weight: 4,5kg
Power 1450W, Voltage 220-240, Frequency 50-60 Hz
Removable parts are dishwasher safe
It comes nicely boxed in a recycled cardboard box along with a Quick Start Guide and a more detailed instruction booklet.
Tags
Lavazza, coffee, espresso, single serve, sustainability, sustainable packaging, recycled plastic
Production Technology
main shell, cup rest: injection moulded plastic (ABS), use of recycled plastic up to 41% (depending on colour)
water tank: injection moulded plastic (SAN)
logo: pad printed
feet, UI: silicone rubber
Design Challenge
Tabli is a completely new system and required a lot of technical development on multiple levels.
Project Duration
The project was designed in Turin, Italy. The complete process to develop this new system from initial concept to final product took about five years.
Operation Flow
To prepare a coffee, a tab is inserted into the machine, which was specifically designed by Lavazzas own in-house design team. The design and user experience of the appliance appropriately express the novelty that this system represents on the market. The slider with integrated UI is a new and innovative solution. A fluid and simple gesture reveals the insertion area. Once closed, the preparation is selected, and the machine does the rest. The pleasure of a perfectly prepared coffee remains.
Research
Development process through conceptual and formal research, 3D modelling, physical mock-ups, prototyping.
Inspiration
Tabli is a blend of research and design, unleashing aroma, colour, and flavour of coffee for a complete sensory experience. The machine is composed of several different volumes. A solid main body and a big external water tank. The slider, vaguely resembling a coffee bean, also integrates the UI. Designed with love, many aspects came together to create a new, innovative and sustainable system. All elements, the name, packaging, machine, and accessories, form a coherent whole.
Image Credits
Lavazza
Patents
design patent/registered design, series of utility patents (15)

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