308a Mashiinka Kafeega by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

308a Mashiinka Kafeega by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Qalabka Guriga Competition Category.

BirQalabka Guriga· 2026

308a Mashiinka Kafeega

by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

Client: Segnoinverso

Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Qalabka Guriga Category

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The Design

About 308a Mashiinka Kafeega

308a waa mashiin kafee oo kaabsulo badan qaabili kara oo loogu talagalay isticmaalka guriga iyo xafiiska. Mashiinku wuxuu aqbalaa kaabsulo, boodhadh (pods) iyo kafee shiidan, wuxuuna diyaariyaa espresso, kafee dheer, shaah iyo cabitaanno caano ku saleysan. Bamka cadaadiska iyo kululaynta degdegga ah waxay taageeraan soo saarid joogto ah iyo crema. Heerkulka iyo mugga waa la hagaajin karaa si loo waafajiyo dhadhanno kala duwan. Jidhka waxaa laga sameeyay ABS lagu shubay qaab-dhismeed (injection molded) oo leh dusha isku xiran iyo kala-guur jilicsan oo yareeya kakanaanta muuqaalka. Kaabsulka waa la geliyaa, gacan-qabsiga sare waa la xiraa, cabitaankana waxaa lagu doortaa muuqaalka taabashada.

The Recognition

About the Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award

308a Mashiinka Kafeega 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. 308a Mashiinka Kafeega 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, 308a Mashiinka Kafeega waa mudan ixtiraam, waxaana loo naqshadeeyay inay keento hagaajin nololeed oo ka caawisa in adduunka laga dhigo meel ka wanaagsan.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This coffee machine stands out for its exceptional versatility, combining multiple brewing systems in one compact device. It is compatible with a wide range of capsules, ESE pods, and ground coffee, allowing users to prepare espresso, long coffee, tea, and milk-based drinks. A 19-bar pressure system and fast heating ensure rich extraction and consistent crema, while adjustable temperatures and volumes offer a highly personalized brewing experience for different tastes and beverages.
Dimensions & Packaging: 124x317x290h 1400 W 20bar pump
Tags: multicapsule, capsule, pod, espresso, cappuccino, coffee, machine
Production Technology: ABS injection molding
Design Challenge: The creative challenge was to design a coffee machine that feels friendly and approachable while standing out in a crowded market of technical-looking products. The goal was to achieve a fluid, compact form with continuous surfaces that visually soften the object and reduce perceived complexity. The design avoids aggressive geometries, aiming instead for a balanced and timeless aesthetic that can naturally fit into different environments, from domestic kitchens to office spaces.
Research: The design research began with a detailed benchmark analysis of existing single-serve coffee machines, identifying limits in compactness, visual coherence, and user perception. Early concepts were explored through sketches to define proportions and fluidity, followed by 3D models to refine volumes around internal components. Prototyping was used to validate ergonomics and visual balance. CMF studies finalized the design, enhancing surface continuity, tactile quality, and integration in different environments.
Inspiration: The design is inspired by the idea of fluidity and the expressive nature of liquid in motion. Soft, continuous surfaces flow seamlessly from one volume to another, creating a sense of natural continuity and visual calm. The form avoids sharp interruptions, favoring smooth transitions that recall the movement of water and coffee extraction itself. This fluid geometry conveys lightness, precision, and harmony, transforming a compact machine into an intuitive and elegant object.
Project Duration: Italy, 03/2022 to 06/2022
Operation Flow: The machine is designed for intuitive and seamless operation. The user inserts the preferred capsule or coffee pod, using the dedicated holder, close the top handle, selects the desired beverage setting through the touch interface, and starts brewing with a single action. Visual indicators guide each step, while automatic dosing and flow control simplify the interaction, creating a smooth and effortless coffee-making experience.
Team Members: Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque