Cell Çadër by Takanori Urata is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award in Dizajni i Pajisjeve të Kampingut dhe Aktiviteteve në Natyrë Competition Category.

ArgjendiPajisje Kampingu· 2024

Cell Çadër

by Takanori Urata

Client: Sunsetclimax

Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award Winner in Pajisje Kampingu Category

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The Design

About Cell Çadër

Çadra për kamping e sunsetclimax's, e quajtur Cell, prioritizon rehatin dhe synon një dizajn të bukur, duke përdorur montim të shpejtë dhe një strukturë minimale. Hyrja unike bllokon pamjet nga kampuesit e tjerë duke u mundësuar njëkohësisht banuesve të shijojnë peizazhin nga brenda. Pëlhura elegante në ngjyrë të bardhë krem dallitet në hapësira të hapura, duke krijuar një ambient të ndriçuar dhe freskues gjatë ditës. Në natë, ndriçimi i brendshëm ndriçon të gjithë çadrën, duke u ngjasuar me një element dekorativ. Cell harmonizon funksionalitetin dhe bukurinë, duke shërbyer si një vepër arti që përmirëson atmosferën me një përvojë të rehatshme dhe të këndshme në natyrë.

The Recognition

About the Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award

Cell Çadër është fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award, një njohje jashtëzakonisht prestigjioze që u akordohet dizajneve të nivelit më të lartë, mahnitëse dhe mbresëlënëse. Fituesit e Argjendtë janë vepra tejet brilante dhe jashtëzakonisht krijuese që ilustrojnë ekspertizën, talentin dhe mprehtësinë e shquar të dizajnerëve të tyre. Cell Çadër pritet të jetë një vepër e mrekullueshme, vitrinë e vërtetë e mjeshtërisë, jashtëzakonisht profesionale dhe thellësisht inovative. Ky dizajn fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award është një shpikje shumë e shquar dhe e admiruar që sjell dobi dhe zgjeron kufijtë e artit, shkencës, dizajnit dhe teknologjisë. Cell Çadër është një krijim shumë i dëshiruar që ngjall dëshira, sjell ndjenja pozitive dhe zgjon habi e mahnitje.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This tent emphasizes functionality while maintaining an undiminished sense of beauty. Designed for camping, it ensures privacy from other campers with a unique entrance shape that conceals the interior from external view while providing a stunning view from the inside. The elegant off-white fabric stands out outdoors, creating a bright and refreshing space inside during the day. At night, the internal lighting gives the tent the appearance of a decorative light fixture. This harmonious blend of functionality and beauty makes the tent an art piece that enhances the campsite ambiance, aiming to provide campers with a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: ・Size : W3700mm×D3320mm×H1900mm（ Inside H1800mm
・Weight： About 2.7Kg（Include Guy ropes）
・Total weight： About 9.5Kg ( Include accessories ）
Tags: Tent, Outdoor, Camp, Camping, Recreation,
Production Technology: The tent fabric, developed exclusively for Cell01, is a 70-denier ripstop nylon. It features silicon water repellent treatment on the surface and durable urethane coating on the reverse, deviating from traditional fabrics for hydrolysis resistance and exceptional durability. The frame, crafted from A7075 super-duralumin, known for aerospace strength, uses three frames to leverage material flexibility, achieving a beautiful form. Ventilators strategically placed in the lower fabric section and near frame bifurcation points enhance stability and aesthetics without compromising beauty.
Design Challenge: Amid the global impact of COVID-19, outdoor recreation has become crucial for health and happiness. Nature activities effectively ease pandemic-induced stress, and outdoor pursuits like camping strengthen the immune system. Beyond physical benefits, outdoor recreation nurtures social connections, offering a refreshing escape from daily challenges. This positively influences work and academic performance by activating concentration and stimulating creativity. Furthermore, outdoor activities foster environmental awareness and promote sustainable living. Prioritizing outdoor recreation in navigating the pandemic is essential for maintaining physical and mental well-being and shaping post-pandemic lifestyles. The interaction with nature is expected to play a crucial role in this transformation. Therefore, developing outdoor products, such as tents, is believed to hold societal significance as we collectively strive to overcome the challenges posed by the pandemic.
Research: The tent's elegant design was realized through sculpting-like iterative prototyping, meticulously pinching and fixing fabric for graceful curves. Drawing lines directly on the tent with markers during trial setups, followed by redesign, fabric cutting, and resewing, resulted in the exquisite final product. Skilled artisans, using advanced techniques, ensured a wrinkle-free appearance in the sewing process. Each tent undergoes individual trial setups and a thorough quality check before shipment in the manufacturing facility. Proudly Made in Japan, craftsmen communicate closely with artisans, incorporating diverse feedback during manufacturing, leading to a superior, perfected product.
Inspiration: While ensuring residential comfort and tent interior coziness, our tent is designed for easy assembly with minimal frames, prioritizing a simple yet aesthetically pleasing form. The tent boasts a natural and symmetrical shape, devoid of irregularities, incorporating the graceful curves inspired by leaves and stems. Tension is evenly distributed across the entire fabric, ensuring a beautiful, wrinkle-free appearance when set up. The emphasis lies in achieving a tent that not only provides habitability and comfort but also exhibits an elegant presence, harmonizing with the natural world.
Project Duration: The design was crafted by sunsetclimax Inc. in Tokyo in April 2020, and after prototyping and production phases starting in 2021, it was launched for sale in September 2023. The product has been successfully sold in Japan and other Asian countries.
Operation Flow: This tent is named Cell, and it is anticipated to be set up in various camping sites. The goal is for users to meet and connect with each other through the tent, creating a community that expands much like the process of cell division and fusion.
Patents: Copyrights belong to sunsetclimax inc.
Image Credits: Main image is Image:Takanori Urata
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