Gondola Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Doon Korontada Hydrofoil-ka ah by Wang Yuchen and Wang Xuanzheng

Gondola Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Doon Korontada Hydrofoil-ka ah by Wang Yuchen and Wang Xuanzheng is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Doonyaha Raaxada iyo Maraakiibta Badda Competition Category.

BirDooni· 2025

Gondola Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Doon Korontada Hydrofoil-ka ah

by Wang Yuchen and Wang Xuanzheng

Client: Central Academy of Fine Arts-Mobility Innovation (Transportation) Design

Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Dooni Category

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The Design

About Gondola Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Doon Korontada Hydrofoil-ka ah

Qoraalka Buugga: Gondola waa doon korontada hydrofoil-ka ah oo loogu talagalay dalxiiska biyaha. Naqshaddu waxay isku darsaneysaa qaabka gondola-ga dhaqameed ee Venetian iyo dhaqdhaqaaqa hydrofoil-ka casriga ah. Badhtamaha doonta (hull) wuxuu dhererkiisu yahay 13450 mm, ballaadhkiisuna yahay 2820 mm, wuxuuna qaadi karaa afar rakaab. Aluminium leh dhammaystir bir-macdaneed midab platinum ah ayaa sameeya bad-hood-ka doonta, halka hydrofoil-yada iyo qaab-dhismeedyada taageerada ay isticmaalaan fiber-ka kaarboonka iyo walxaha kale ee isku-darka ah (composite materials). Daboolka sare (canopy) waxaa laga sameeyay maro (canvas) ku qasan xarrago bir-macdaneed ah, halka barga alaabta (luggage deck) laga sameeyay alwaax teak ah. Mootarka korontadu wuxuu u oggolaadaa safar aamusan oo xawaare sare leh ama socodka gaabis ee tartiib-tartiibka ah.

The Recognition

About the Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award

Gondola Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Doon Korontada Hydrofoil-ka ah waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf leh oo la siiyo naqshado wanaagsan oo buuxiya shuruudaha xirfadeed iyo kuwa warshadeed ee laga filayo hal-abuurro si wanaagsan loo naqshadeeyay. Guuleystayaasha Birta waxay muujiyaan xirfad weyn, takhasus sare, fahan khabiir iyo awood hal-abuur oo abuurayaashooda. Gondola Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Doon Korontada Hydrofoil-ka ah waa hal-abuur la filayo inuu noqdo mid aad loo tixgeliyo, la ixtiraamo oo la jecel yahay, wax ku ool ah oo cusub. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award wuxuu isku daraa hab-dhaqannada ugu wanaagsan warshadda wuxuuna leeyahay sifooyin farsamo oo karti leh oo ku xiran aqoon iyo hibo. Dhammaystirkeeda awgeed, Gondola Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Doon Korontada Hydrofoil-ka ah waa mudan ixtiraam, waxaana loo naqshadeeyay inay keento hagaajin nololeed oo ka caawisa in adduunka laga dhigo meel ka wanaagsan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Combining the elegance of a gondola with the dynamism of a hydrofoil, it blends traditional culture with modern aesthetics to create a new water sports experience. And it echoes the long history of Venice's culture. At the same time, this is an electric boat, quiet, elegant and environmentally friendly. It can accommodate 4 passengers.
Dimensions & Packaging: Hull length 13450 mm, width 2820 mm, normal draft 2300 mm, draft with hydrofoils up 1200 mm. Maximum rotation angle of hydrofoil 70 degrees. Accommodates 4 passengers.
Tags: Gondola, Hydrofoil, Yacht Design, Venice Tourism, Zero Emissions
Production Technology: The boat's hull is made of aluminum with a platinum-colored metallic paint finish that echoes the glossy metal used throughout, providing a good sense of texture. The hydrofoils and hull support structures have versatile attributes and are made of stronger carbon fiber and other composite materials that add to the boat's sporty feel. The canvas soft top of the canopy is made of a high-grade fabric mixed with metallic filaments. Meanwhile, the luggage compartment deck is made of high-grade teak, adding to the boat's luxurious feel.
Design Challenge: I strolled along the riverbanks of Venice and saw gondolas and luxury yachts, which sparked my passion and inspiration for design. How to perfectly incorporate the gondola design elements into the hydrofoil design posed a challenge to me. It required a lot of sketches and modeling to ensure the traditional aesthetics of elegance and luxury, but also the futuristic aesthetics of modern technology. There were also challenges of cultural differences from different countries, and I needed to study the relevant materials in greater depth.
Research: Taking inspiration from Venice's elegant and luxurious gondolas, combining traditional culture with modern aesthetics, a new hydrofoil has been designed to create a new water tourism experience based on Venetian culture for Venice as well as other waterfront regions. The research project has not only resulted in the design of a hydrofoil, but has also explored a new research path for tourism experiences in other culturally diverse regions.
Inspiration: The design draws inspiration from the traditional Venetian boat, the gondola. In terms of structural design, the classical Italian design culture plays an important role. The curved moon-like lines of the gondola, especially the detailing on the six-toothed battle-axe halberd at the bow, were a major source of inspiration. This cultural influence is evident throughout the project.
Project Duration: The project launched in Qingdao, China in August 2023, and the preliminary model of the project was presented at Milan Design Week in April 2024, and reached its final stages by June 2024.
Operation Flow: The boat is equipped with hydrofoils that can be rotated and propellers that can be raised and lowered, as well as an electric motor for high maneuverability. At the same time, the boat is capable of switching between high-speed movement and leisurely cruising, ensuring that it meets the needs of users in different situations and enhances the traveling experience.
Team Members: Wang Yuchen
Wang Xuanzheng
Wang Shutong
Ye Feng
Image Credits: Image #1: Creator Yuchen Wang, Gondola, 2024.
Image #2: Creator Yuchen Wang, Gondola, 2024.
Image #3: Creator Yuchen Wang, Gondola, 2024.
Image #4: Creator Yuchen Wang, Gondola, 2024.
Image #5: Creator Yuchen Wang, Gondola, 2024.