Whirlpool Lapis Grande Qispi Punkuyuq Chiriyachiq by Whirlpool India Design Studio

Whirlpool Lapis Grande Qispi Punkuyuq Chiriyachiq by Whirlpool India Design Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Qullqi Premiu in Wasi Llamkana Kamay Competition Category.

QullqiWasi Llamkana· 2026

Whirlpool Lapis Grande Qispi Punkuyuq Chiriyachiq

by Whirlpool India Design Studio

Client: Whirlpool Of India Limited

A' Design Award Qullqi Premiu Winner in Wasi Llamkana Category

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The Design

About Whirlpool Lapis Grande Qispi Punkuyuq Chiriyachiq

Whirlpool Lapis Grande nisqaqa huk qispi punkuyuq chiriyachiqmi, kunan pacha wasikunapaq ruwasqa. Ñawpaq uyanqa marmol hina llimp'iwan quri t'ikrachikuykunawan tukusqam kachkan, chaywanmi askha chiriyachiqkunapa aceropi rikch'ayninmanta karunchakun. Chay llimp'isqa ruwayqa qispiman kikinpi ñit'isqam, hinaspa qispipa qumir llimp'i kayninta allinchanapaqmi tupachisqa llimp'i pruebakuna ruwakurqa. Qispipa uyanqa pichay atiyllam, huk ch'ulla rikch'aytam qun. Kay chiriyachiqqa chunka tikrakuq imayna kaykunatam qun, hinaspa qasachiq t'aqata chiriyachiqman tikrayta atin chunka minutu hinallapi.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Qullqi Premiu

Whirlpool Lapis Grande Qispi Punkuyuq Chiriyachiq A' Design Award Qullqi Premiu mishak kan, ancha jatun yupaychay, kayta hanak, sumak shinallatak mancharina diseñukunaman kun. Qullqi mishak kashkakunaka ancha achikyaska shinallatak ancha mushuk ruraykunami, paykunata rurakkunapak yachayta, yuyayta shinallatak ushayta rikuchinku. Whirlpool Lapis Grande Qispi Punkuyuq Chiriyachiq ruray yachak, ñawpak shinallatak mushuk yuyayta charik sumak rurashka kanata munanku. Kay Qullqi Premiu japishka diseñuka ancha riksishka shinallatak yupaychashka yuyay kan, arti, siensia, diseñu shinallatak tekinolojía ñawpak ñankunata kichuk. Whirlpool Lapis Grande Qispi Punkuyuq Chiriyachiq achka runakunapak munashka rurashka kan, munayta kallarichin, alli yuyaykunata kun shinallatak mancharichin.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: The Jade Marble glass door refrigerator redefines kitchen norms, moving beyond conventional steel. Its sleek facade, featuring marble patterns and gold accents, transforms the appliance into an architectural centerpiece. Designed for modern living, it offers a seamless, premium look with easy-to-clean glass. By merging high-end materials with refrigeration technology, it delivers a functional masterpiece, a bold expression of luxury and contemporary taste.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions(WHD)(In cm): 61.5 x 167.6 x 71.6
Weight: 57Kg
India's Fastest Convertible Refrigerator
Convert Freezer to Fridge in ~10 mins
Exquisite Glass Finishes
10-in-1 Convertible Modes
Upto 15 days of freshness in fridge and freezer
Upto 2X longer Vitamin Preservation with 6th Sense Nutrilock Technology Prevents excess ripening of fruits and vegetables with Zeolite Technology Upto 50% Energy Saving with Mini Ref Mode
Tags: whirlpool, glassdoor, nature, makeinindia, glass, refrigerator, refrigeration, cooling, precious
Production Technology: Leveraging deep material expertise, the In-house Design team collaborated with global suppliers to turn a vision into reality. By printing directly onto glass, they preserved the artwork's richness and depth. To overcome the glass’s natural green tint, the team conducted rigorous calibrated trials, balancing dark marble tones with warm gold accents. This meticulous color correction ensured the final production matched the intended premium visual impact.
Design Challenge: The primary research challenge was navigating India’s immense cultural and regional diversity. Defining a universally accepted "premium" aesthetic is highly complex when regional sensibilities and acceptance of modern finishes vary drastically. These fragmented geographical preferences had to be reconciled while also addressing the stark contrasts in taste between mass and premium buyers. The core hurdle was synthesizing diverse consumer feedback on various marble and stone patterns to find a unifying design language. The intent was to craft a distinctive, modern finish that satisfied the premium segment's desire for differentiation while achieving broad cultural resonance across the diverse Indian market.
Research: A detailed consumer and market research was conducted by the In-house research team across different regions of India to better understand changing lifestyles and design preferences in the refrigerator category. The research showed that many consumers, especially in the premium segment are seeking modern yet differentiated home appliances. It also highlighted clear differences between mass and premium buyers in their expectations and taste. These insights guided the development of the Jade Marble glass door refrigerator, helping the team create a design that feels modern, distinctive, and relevant to its audience.
Inspiration: Modern homes are now personal sanctuaries reflecting individual taste. As luxury shifts toward meaningful storytelling, interiors blend natural materials with modern style. Inspired by Kintsugi, embracing beauty in imperfection, and the prestige of marble, Whirlpool’s glass-finish refrigerator translates stone into contemporary art. More than an appliance, it is a statement of elegance and individuality, crafted by Whirlpool to define the future of elevated living in premium homes.
Project Duration: Duration: 1 yr
Design: Whirlpool Design Studio, Gurgaon
Engineering & Production: Whirlpool Plant, Ranjangoan, Pune
Operation Flow: This glass door refrigerator challenges the monotony of the steel refrigeration industry. With the application of marble inspired facade,the refrigerator brings a refined material story into the kitchen, one that resonates strongly with the growing use of marble and natural surfaces in modern Indian homes. As kitchens evolve into curated, design-led spaces, the Jade Marble finish integrates effortlessly, complementing contemporary and premium interiors.
Patents: NA
Team Members: Chandradhar Singh Rathore, Rayika Biswas, Tulika Panda, Shreya Dixit, Ritesh Ramankutty
Image Credits: NA