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308a Kahve Makinesi by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

308a Kahve Makinesi by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Demir Ödülü in Ev Aletleri Tasarımı Competition Category.


DemirEv Aleti· 2026

308a Kahve Makinesi

by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

Client: Segnoinverso

A' Design Award Demir Ödülü Winner in Ev Aleti Category

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The Design

About 308a Kahve Makinesi

308a, ev ve ofis kullanımı için tasarlanmış çok kapsüllü bir kahve makinesidir. Makine kapsül, pod ve çekilmiş kahve ile çalışır; espresso, uzun kahve, çay ve süt bazlı içecekler hazırlar. Basınç pompası ve hızlı ısıtma, tutarlı bir ekstraksiyonu ve krema oluşumunu destekler. Sıcaklık ve hacim, farklı damak tatlarına göre ayarlanabilir. Gövde, görsel karmaşıklığı azaltan kesintisiz yüzeylere ve yumuşak geçişlere sahip, enjeksiyon kalıplama yöntemiyle üretilmiş ABS malzemeden yapılmıştır. Kapsül yerleştirilir, üstteki kol kapatılır ve içecek dokunmatik arayüz üzerinden seçilir.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Demir Ödülü

308a Kahve Makinesi, A' Design Award Demir Ödülü kazananıdır; bu, iyi tasarlanmış yaratımlardan beklenen profesyonel ve endüstriyel gereklilikleri karşılayan iyi tasarımlara verilen prestijli bir tanınırlıktır. Demir kazananlar, yaratıcılarının büyük becerisini, yüksek uzmanlaşmasını, uzman kavrayışını ve yaratıcı kapasitesini gösterir. 308a Kahve Makinesi, çok itibar gören, hayranlıkla izlenen ve sevilen, pratik ve yenilikçi bir yaratım olması beklenir. A' Design Award Demir Ödülü kazanan bu tasarım, sektörün en iyi uygulamalarını bütünleştirir ve bilgi birikimi ve yetenekle bağlantılı yetkin teknik özelliklere sahiptir. 308a Kahve Makinesi titizliği nedeniyle saygı görür ve dünyayı daha iyi bir yer haline getirmeye yardımcı olan yaşam kalitesi iyileştirmeleri sunmak üzere tasarlanmıştır.

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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