Lagoon Concept Tebulo la Khofi by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Fenicha Competition Category.
BronzeFenicha· 2026
Lagoon Concept Tebulo la Khofi
Client: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez
Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award Winner in Fenicha Category
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About Lagoon Concept Tebulo la Khofi
Lagoon Concept ndi tebulo la khofi lomwe lidalimbikitsidwa ndi malo ozungulira Nyanja ya Guatape ku Colombia. Maziko ake a matabwa olimba ali ndi mawonekedwe osanjikizana komanso osalingana omwe akuimira nthaka yozungulira nyanjayo. Pamwamba pa maziko amenewa pali galasi lokhota, lopangidwa kuti likumbutse mayendedwe a madzi. Malo otseguka mu galasilo amalola kuti mbali zina za matabwa zitulukire pamwamba, zooneka ngati nsonga za mapiri. Mawonekedwe ake adapangidwa kudzera mu kafukufuku wa zithunzi, kujambula ndi kupanga zitsanzo za mbali zitatu. Lagoon Concept limasandutsa malo achilengedwe a m'dera lina kukhala pamwamba pogwiritsira ntchito.
The Recognition
About the Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award
Lagoon Concept Tebulo la Khofi 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. Lagoon Concept Tebulo la Khofi 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. Lagoon Concept Tebulo la Khofi amakwaniritsa zosowa mokongola, kukhudza zilakolako, kukopa mitima ndi kudzutsa chidwi.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This coffee table is unique because it transforms the geography of Guatape lake into a sculptural form, merging cultural inspiration with functional design. Its solid wood base rising through a wave shaped glass top symbolizes the meeting of land and water. The piece stands out for its storytelling, the contrast of natural and transparent materials, and the combination of digital precision with handcrafted detail.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 1229 cm x Depth 899 mm x Height 355 mm
- Tags
- Guatape, Colombian design, conceptual furniture, coffee table design, organic shapes, sculptural furniture, solid wood, glass top table, nature inspired design, contemporary furniture
- Production Technology
- This conceptual design was developed through digital sketching and 3D modeling techniques, using CAD software to shape an asymmetrical solid wood base that evokes the organic geography of the Guatape region. The tabletop is envisioned in thermoformed glass with soft, wave-like curves to represent water movement. Openings in the glass allow the wood structure to emerge through, mimicking mountain peaks. The design combines expressive form making with material contrast and precision detailing.
- Design Challenge
- The main creative challenge was translating the complex geography of Guatape Lake into a balanced, functional form without losing its emotional and cultural essence. Achieving harmony between organic shapes and structural stability proved difficult. Limited technical references and material behavior for conceptual elements like sculpted glass required extensive experimentation and adaptation within digital modeling constraints.
- Research
- This project followed a self initiated design research process aimed at transforming regional identity into functional form. The objective was to capture the essence of Guatape Lake through material and shape exploration. Using visual research, sketches, and 3D modeling tools, the study focused on user perception and emotional response. Insights revealed that nature driven narratives enhance user connection and design value in both cultural and commercial contexts.
- Inspiration
- The inspiration for this design stems from the striking geography of Guatape lake in Colombia. It is intricate shoreline and vivid natural patterns guided the creation of a sculptural coffee table that reflects the harmony between land and water. Motivated by a desire to honor my roots, I conducted visual and topographic research to abstract the lake organic forms into a functional, artistic piece.
- Project Duration
- The project initially began in February 2023 in New York but was temporarily set aside due to uncertainties in its direction. Development resumed with renewed clarity and purpose in July 2025, also in New York, where the conceptual design is currently being refined.
- Operation Flow
- The coffee table is designed to invite visual and tactile interaction. Its sculptural wooden base flows naturally beneath a smooth glass top, where gentle curves and openings reveal layers beneath inviting the user to explore its form from different angles. The raised wooden elements create a dynamic presence, sparking curiosity and emotional connection while maintaining full functionality as a central, usable surface.
- Team Members
- Eduardo Acero Rodriguez
- Image Credits
- Eduardo Acero Rodriguez
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