Element Wayk'una Wasipaq Q'usñi Ch'unqaq by Fabrizio Crisa

Element Wayk'una Wasipaq Q'usñi Ch'unqaq by Fabrizio Crisa is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Platinu Premiu in Wasi Llamkana Kamay Competition Category.

PlatinuWasi Llamkana· 2026

Element Wayk'una Wasipaq Q'usñi Ch'unqaq

by Fabrizio Crisa

Client: Elica

A' Design Award Platinu Premiu Winner in Wasi Llamkana Category

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The Design

About Element Wayk'una Wasipaq Q'usñi Ch'unqaq

Element nisqaqa kunan pacha wayk'una wasikunapaq ruwasqa q'usñi ch'unqaqmi. Cuerponqa qhispi hinallataq yana acerowan hukllachasqa kachkan, yuraq k'anchayniyuq llamiyna controlkunapiwan. Huk yapasqa modular churana yapakuyta atin, chaywanmi kay q'usñi ch'unqaqqa aswan tukuy imapaq allin, sapa munasqaman hina kaqchasqa kanman. K'anchayqa wayk'una patapi mast'arikun, chay k'anchaypa kallpantaq dimmer nisqa ruwaywan allchakuyta atin. Muyuriqpi ch'unqayqa mana rikukunchu pakasqa kaspa, Wi-Fi hinallataq Bluetooth t'inkikuykunataq huk aplicacionwan, kunkawan kamachiq yanapaqkunawan utaq makiwan controlkunawan purichiyta saqin. Huk ch'in motorqa llamk'achkaptin pisi ch'aqwallata ruwan.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Platinu Premiu

Element Wayk'una Wasipaq Q'usñi Ch'unqaq A' Design Award Platinu Premiu mishak kan, ancha jatun yupaychay, kayta mana shuk shina, sumak shinallatak mancharina diseñukunaman kun. Platinu mishak kashkakunaka ruray yachaypak mancharina rurashkakunami, yuyaypak tupukunata rikuchik wiñay yachaymi, shinallatak paykunata rurakkunapak mana tupushka ushayta rikuchinku. Kay diseñukunaka ashtawan riksishka rurashkakuna kanata munanku, paykunaka shuk pachapak sumak kayta rikuchinku, llaktakunapak alli kawsaymanpash yanapanku shinallatak arti, siensia, diseñu shinallatak tekinolojía ñawpak ñankunata kichunku. Element Wayk'una Wasipaq Q'usñi Ch'unqaq hatun alli kayta rikuchin shinallatak pachata ashtawan alli kachun ruran. Element Wayk'una Wasipaq Q'usñi Ch'unqaq A' Design Award Platinu Premiu mishak rurashka kan, munayta kallarichin, yuyayta kallarichin, kushichin shinallatak hatun kushikuyta kun.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The minimalist design, the combination of glass and black steel, and the backlit touch controls in white make the product design-friendly and in line with today's appliances. The additional shelf makes the cooker hood even more versatile and customisable, adapting to different customer requirements. The lighting is diffused over the hob and is adjustable in intensity thanks to the dimmer function.
Dimensions & Packaging: 1200 x 487 mm x 694-1289 mm
Tags: hood, shelf, dimmer, kitchen hood, Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth, whisper-quiet motor, energy efficiency, modular design, remote control, auto mode, extended filter life, smart appliance
Production Technology: The Element hood by Elica is made using precise glass cutting and stainless steel bending. The components are assembled with welding and finishing for an elegant and functional design.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was blending cutting-edge technology with a clean, modular aesthetic. Achieving whisper-quiet operation required redesigning motor components within space constraints. Additionally, integrating Wi-Fi and Bluetooth systems that seamlessly communicate with induction hobs demanded advanced software and hardware coordination, all while ensuring easy maintenance and environmental sustainability.
Research: The research focused on integrating smart connectivity and noise reduction in kitchen hoods. Objectives included enhancing user interaction via apps and voice commands, improving energy efficiency, and prolonging filter lifespan. Methodologies encompassed electronic motor innovation, materials research, and user behavior analysis. Results demonstrated superior performance and user satisfaction, influencing smart appliance trends.
Inspiration: The Element hood is a perfect balance between tradition and innovation. Its essential lines recall classic forms, reinterpreted in a modern key. The invisible perimeter suction and integrated Wi-Fi technology highlight the focus on minimalist design, perfectly adapting to contemporary spaces while maintaining a clean and functional aesthetic.
Project Duration: The project started in november 2023 in Fabriano at Elica HQ, and was exhibited in Salone del Mobile in April 2024
Operation Flow: Users interact with Element via the Elica app, voice assistants, or manual controls. The hood auto-adjusts extraction power in real time by connecting with induction hobs via Bluetooth. Its whisper-quiet motor ensures minimal noise during use. Modular shelves can be added for customized storage, enhancing kitchen aesthetics and functionality.
Patents: P08042/EM
Team Members: Fabrizio Crisà