Bronze Zida za Kukhitchini · 2025
Unico Chotsekera Vinyo Chogwira Ntchito Zingapo
by Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini
- Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award 2025 in Zida za Kukhitchini
- CLIENT: Pour Different
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 19,807
- Verification code 41B66523C9 · Verify this award
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About Unico Chotsekera Vinyo Chogwira Ntchito Zingapo
Unico ndi chotsekera vinyo chogwira ntchito zingapo chomwe chikusintha zipangizo za vinyo ndi magwiridwe antchito asanu ndi chimodzi ophatikizidwa. Kuwonjezera pa kukhala chothirira chopanda madontho, chochepetsa kutuluka, ndi chopangitsa mpweya mu vinyo mwachangu, chimabweretsa zatsopano zitatatu zapadera: Chotsegula Mosavuta kuti chigwiritsidwe ntchito mosavuta, Chitseko Choteteza kuteteza kuthira, ndi choyimikira chokhala ndi NFC kuti mupeze zinthu zokhudzana ndi vinyo zosinthika nthawi zonse. Chopangidwa kudzera mu kusindikiza kwa SLS 3D, chimalola kusintha mwachangu, ngakhale m'magulu ang'onoang'ono, kuwonetsetsa mapangidwe apadera ndi nthawi yopanga yothamanga.
About the Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award
Unico Chotsekera Vinyo Chogwira Ntchito Zingapo ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka kwambiri komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe abwino kwambiri omwe amaonekera ndi luso lolenga, kuchenjera ndi nzeru zakuthwa. Opambana a Bronze ndi zinthu zaluso kwambiri ndi zolenga modabwitsa zomwe zimatsimikizira zochitika zazikulu, kulingalira ndi kuchenjera kwa opanga awo. Unico Chotsekera Vinyo Chogwira Ntchito Zingapo akuyembekezeka kukhala chinthu choyamikiridwa, chosirira ndi chokondedwa, chaukatswiri wapadera ndi chatsopano. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award awa amaphatikiza machitidwe abwino kwambiri a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo ndipo ndi abwino kwambiri chifukwa cha kusamala kwawo zazing'ono. Unico Chotsekera Vinyo Chogwira Ntchito Zingapo amakwaniritsa zosowa mokongola, kukhudza zilakolako, kukopa mitima ndi kudzutsa chidwi.
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- Unique Properties
- Unico combines six functions in a single solution. In addition to being a drip-free pourer, flow reducer, and instant wine aerator, it introduces three exclusive innovations: Easy Open, allowing you to open and close the bottle without removing it; Safety Stop, the first system that seals the bottle in case of accidental tipping; and a smart stand with integrated NFC, providing access to exclusive wine-related content simply by bringing your smartphone close.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Length 25 mm
Width 25 mm
Height 100 mm - Tags
- stopper, winestopper, winetool, wine
- Production Technology
- Unico was developed through an iterative design process combining advanced engineering, digital fabrication, and user-centered research. Produced via SLS 3D printing, it integrates PA12 nylon, food-grade silicone, stainless steel, and neodymium magnets for durability and performance. 3D printing enables rapid customization, even for small batches, allowing unique designs tailored to specific needs. All this is complemented by NFC integration, enhancing interactivity and making Unico a wine stopper bridging tradition and innovation.
- Design Challenge
- The project was conceived with the ambition of integrating all the most sought-after functions in the industry into a single tool. Its functional complexity and intricate geometries were made possible through laser sintering 3D printing.
In addition to reducing production waste by over 40% compared to traditional manufacturing methods, this technology is the only one capable of creating the complex internal geometries that would otherwise be impossible to achieve. - Research
- The research began with a market analysis to understand wine enthusiasts' needs and accessory limitations. The goal was to create a multifunctional stopper without compromising aesthetics or practicality. Using an iterative approach with tests and simulations, we optimized design and functionality. Surveys, sommelier interviews, and user testing validated comfort and efficiency. The integrated NFC enhances interactivity, impacting product innovation and functional design evolution.
- Inspiration
- Unico is not only an elegant synthesis of innovation but a tribute to the essence of wine itself. Inspired by its deep cultural heritage and the rituals of sharing, Unico enhances both the serving and tasting experience while fostering the exchange of knowledge and stories about wine. Every design choice reflects the fluidity and refinement of wine, blending tradition and technology into a seamless interaction that connects people through a shared passion.
- Project Duration
- Born in Florence in December 2023, the project was recognized among the best Italian design projects of 2024 by the ADI Design Index, earning a nomination for the Compasso d’Oro 2026. It was exhibited at the ADI Design Museum in Milan and Spazio WeGil in Rome between October and November 2024. Unico is also the winner of the 2025 Global Design Awards in Hong Kong. Developed through extensive research and innovation, it embodies a balance of functionality and aesthetics, setting a new standard in contemporary design and redefining the user experience.
- Operation Flow
- Once applied to the bottle, Unico opens and closes with a simple half-turn, allowing pouring without removal. The same motion resets it if the Safety Stop is activated. During pouring, it instantly aerates the wine. After use, a 180-degree turn allows full disassembly for deep cleaning, even in the dishwasher. Its interactive stand acts as both a support and a gateway to expertly curated, AI-enhanced wine content, simply by bringing your smartphone close.
- Patents
- Patent application for industrial invention. No. 102023000006048. 29/03/2023. Italy
Utility model patent application. No. 202023000001290. 29/03/20233. Italy
