Glare Primaire functie: Glaswerkserie by Seda Palanduz and Merve Bahar

Glare Primaire functie: Glaswerkserie by Seda Palanduz and Merve Bahar is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award in IJzer in Bakgerei, Serviesgoed, Drinkgerei en Kookgerei Ontwerp Competition Category.

IJzerKeukengerei· 2026

Glare Primaire functie: Glaswerkserie

by Seda Palanduz and Merve Bahar

Client: Kapp Industrial Kitchen Equipment

A' Design Award in IJzer Winner in Keukengerei Category

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The Design

About Glare Primaire functie: Glaswerkserie

Boektekst: Crystal herinterpreteert de visuele taal van geslepen glas via duurzaam polypropyleen en combineert verfijnde esthetiek met hoogwaardige gebruiksvriendelijkheid. De prismatische geometrie speelt met licht en creëert een juweelachtige schittering, wat de zintuiglijke kwaliteit van drinkglazen versterkt. Ontwikkeld voor veeleisende horecaomgevingen, garandeert het ontwerp veiligheid, lichtheid en stapelbaarheid zonder in te boeten op elegantie. De serie omvat vijf doelgerichte typologieën, elk geoptimaliseerd voor functie met behoud van een samenhangende visuele identiteit, waarmee kunststof drinkglazen worden verheven tot een veerkrachtige oplossing.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in IJzer

Glare Primaire functie: Glaswerkserie is winnaar van de A' Design Award in IJzer, een prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan goede ontwerpen die voldoen aan de professionele en industriële eisen die worden verwacht van goed ontworpen creaties. Winnaars in IJzer tonen grote vaardigheid, hoge specialisatie, deskundig inzicht en het creatieve vermogen van hun makers. Glare Primaire functie: Glaswerkserie wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerde, bewonderde en gekoesterde creatie te zijn die praktisch en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in IJzer heeft gewonnen, integreert de beste praktijken uit de sector en heeft bekwame technische kenmerken die verbonden zijn met knowhow en talent. Glare Primaire functie: Glaswerkserie wordt gerespecteerd om zijn grondigheid en is ontworpen om verbeteringen van de levenskwaliteit te bieden die helpen de wereld een betere plek te maken.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Glare reimagines the iconic crystal glass aesthetic through the advantages of polypropylene: lightweight, shatterproof, and highly durable.

Its prismatic surface texture captures and refracts light, creating a refined, jewel-like visual effect that elevates the drinking experience. Designed for demanding, high-end HoReCa environments, Glare goes beyond functionality, transforming everyday beverage service into a memorable sensory experience. By focusing on the subtle details that define luxury, the series delivers a new standard where elegance meets resilience.
Dimensions & Packaging: The series consists of five core typologies:
Shot Glass – 60 ml / Ø 46–47 mm / H 70 mm
Whiskey Glass – 300 ml / Ø 79–80 mm / H 95 mm
Wine Glass – 350 ml / Ø 77–78 mm / H 192 mm
Beer Glass – 600 ml / Ø 81–82 mm / H 165 mm
Cocktail Glass – 350 ml / Ø 68–70 mm / H 160 mm
All products are stackable (where applicable), lightweight, and optimized for professional service efficiency.
Tags: Polypropylene Glass, HoReCa Tableware, Durable Drinkware, Shatterproof Glass, Luxury Barware, Light Refraction Design
Production Technology: The Glare series is manufactured using precision injection molding with high-quality, foodsafe polypropylene.

Advanced mold engineering enables the creation of crystal-like optical effects, typically associated with glass, within a durable polymer structure. Despite its lightweight nature, the product offers high impact resistance, is dishwashersafe, and suitable for intensive industrial use. All components are fully recyclable and available in translucent color variations that enhance light interaction.
Design Challenge: One of the primary challenges was achieving a crystal-like optical effect using polypropylene, a material not traditionally associated with high light refraction.

Balancing conflicting requirements such as transparency, prismatic clarity, durability, and impact resistance required an integrated design and engineering approach.
Through iterative prototyping and precise mold development, a refined equilibrium between aesthetics, safety, and performance was successfully achieved.
Research: The development process was driven by in-depth analysis of user behavior and operational needs within the HoReCa sector.
Key focus areas included visual clarity, ergonomics, stackability, and durability. Multiple design iterations were explored through both hand sketching and advanced 3D modeling tools.
Close collaboration with engineering teams ensured optimal mold performance, high surface quality, and precise light interaction resulting in a product that meets both aesthetic and industrial standards.
Inspiration: The Glare series draws inspiration from the dynamic interplay of light, geometry, and reflection. Architectural glass facades, rhythmic shadow patterns, and the refined brilliance of traditional cut crystal are reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.

This visual language is translated into polypropylene, a material aligned with today’s fast-paced, flexible lifestyles, merging timeless elegance with modern practicality. The result is a design that responds directly to the HoReCa sector’s need for both aesthetic distinction and operational durability.
Project Duration: TThe design process began in January 2024 in Izmir and was completed in April 2025. The product was subsequently launched under the Kapp brand.
Operation Flow: Glare redefines beverage presentation through both performance and atmosphere.

Its ergonomic form and non-slip prismatic surface ensure secure handling in fast-paced service environments. Lightweight construction improves mobility, while stackability enhances storage efficiency.

Beyond functionality, Glare creates a distinctive ambiance: whether poolside, at beach venues, or exclusive events, it delivers the elegance of glass with the safety of polymer. Light reflections animate the liquid, transforming each drink into a visual highlight.
Patents: 2025/01650
Team Members: Seda Palanduz
Merve Bahar
Delphine Gamze Heynen