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308a Makinë Kafeje by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

308a Makinë Kafeje by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Çmimi i Hekurt A' Design Award in Dizajni i Pajisjeve Shtëpiake Competition Category.


HekuriPajisje Shtëpiake· 2026

308a Makinë Kafeje

by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

Client: Segnoinverso

Çmimi i Hekurt A' Design Award Winner in Pajisje Shtëpiake Category

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The Design

About 308a Makinë Kafeje

308a është një makinë kafeje multikapsulë e projektuar për përdorim në shtëpi dhe zyrë. Makina pranon kapsula, pods dhe kafe të bluar, dhe përgatit espresso, kafe të gjatë, çaj dhe pije me bazë qumështi. Një pompë presioni dhe ngrohja e shpejtë mbështesin një ekstraktim të qëndrueshëm dhe krema. Temperatura dhe vëllimi mund të rregullohen për shije të ndryshme. Trupi është prodhuar nga ABS i derdhur me injektim, me sipërfaqe të vazhdueshme dhe kalime të buta që zvogëlojnë kompleksitetin vizual. Kapsula futet, doreza e sipërme mbyllet dhe pija zgjidhet përmes ndërfaqes me prekje.

The Recognition

About the Çmimi i Hekurt A' Design Award

308a Makinë Kafeje është fitues i Çmimit të Hekurt A' Design Award, një njohje prestigjioze që u akordohet dizajneve të mira që plotësojnë kërkesat profesionale e industriale që priten nga krijimet e dizajnuara mirë. Fituesit e Hekurt shfaqin aftësi të madhe, specializim të lartë, kuptim ekspert dhe kapacitet krijues të autorëve të tyre. 308a Makinë Kafeje pritet të jetë një krijim shumë i vlerësuar, i admiruar e i dashur, praktik dhe inovativ. Ky dizajn fitues i Çmimit të Hekurt A' Design Award integron praktikat më të mira të industrisë dhe ka karakteristika teknike të afta, të lidhura me njohuri dhe talent. 308a Makinë Kafeje respektohet për përpikërinë e tij dhe është dizajnuar për të ofruar përmirësime të cilësisë së jetës që ndihmojnë ta bëjnë botën një vend më të mirë.

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

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