Jonde Àpò Ìbòrí Ìwé by Darekabarai UG is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award in Àpẹẹrẹ Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Àṣà àti Ìrìnàjò Competition Category.

IrinOhun Ọ̀ṣọ́· 2025

Jonde Àpò Ìbòrí Ìwé

by Darekabarai UG

Client: Jonde

Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award Winner in Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Category

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The Design

About Jonde Àpò Ìbòrí Ìwé

Àpò ìbòrí tó lè yípadà yìí dàpọ̀ ìwúlò àti ẹwà papọ̀ lọ́nà tó péye, ó ń pèsè ààbò àti ìgbékọ̀ rọrùn fún àwọn ohun èlò ìkàwé rẹ. Apá òde rẹ̀ ní àwọn àpò onírúurú fún àwọn nǹkan pàtàkì kékeré àti àpò owó kékeré kan, nígbà tí apá inú rẹ̀ dì àwọn ìwọ̀n oríṣiríṣi mú dáradára pẹ̀lú pàǹtí aláròdodo àti àpò iwájú tó ṣe pàtó. Pẹ̀lú ibi ìdìímú pẹ́ẹ̀nù àti àmì-ojú-ìwé tó parapọ̀, ó lè yípadà láìnírà láti àpò èjìká sí àpò kékeré tó dára. A ṣe é látinú awọ apple tó tọ́jú àyíká, àgbékalẹ̀ náà ń ṣàfihàn ìfọkànsí sí ọlá ọ̀de-òní àti ojúṣe sí àyíká.

The Recognition

About the Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award

Jonde Àpò Ìbòrí Ìwé jẹ́ olùborí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award, ìdánimọ̀ olókìkí tí a fún àwọn àwòṣe tó dára tí wọ́n pàdé àwọn ohun tí iṣẹ́ àti ilé-iṣẹ́ nílò tí a retí láti ọ̀dọ̀ àwọn ẹ̀dá tí a ṣàwòṣe dáradára. Àwọn olùborí Irin ń fi ìjáfáfá ńlá, ìmọ̀ pàtó gíga, òye ògbóǹtarìgì àti agbára ìṣẹ̀dá àwọn olùṣẹ̀dá wọn hàn. A retí pé Jonde Àpò Ìbòrí Ìwé yóò jẹ́ ẹ̀dá tí a kà sí gidigidi, tí a gbóríyìn fún tí a sì nífẹ̀ẹ́, tó wúlò tó sì ní ìmúṣẹ̀dá tuntun. Àwòṣe tó borí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award yìí ń kó àwọn ọ̀nà tó dára jùlọ ilé-iṣẹ́ jọ, ó sì ní àwọn ànímọ́ ìmọ̀-ẹ̀rọ tó péye tí a so mọ́ ìmọ̀ ṣíṣe àti ẹ̀bùn. A bọ̀wọ̀ fún Jonde Àpò Ìbòrí Ìwé nítorí ìfọ̀kànbalẹ̀ rẹ̀, a sì ṣàwòṣe rẹ̀ láti pèsè ìmúdára ìgbésí ayé tó ń ran ayé lọ́wọ́ láti di ibi tó dára jù.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This design offers portability and protection, ideal for reading enthusiasts. The exterior has multifunctional pockets for small items and a mini wallet. Inside, an elastic band and tailored pocket securely hold both softcover and hardcover publications. The pen holder and integrated bookmark add convenience, while sustainable apple leather provides luxury and eco-consciousness. This design combines functionality and modern style, ensuring durability and environmental responsibility.
Dimensions & Packaging: L: 23 x 15 x 4.5cm
M: 23 x 15 x 4.5cm
removable and adjustable strap
Double zippers closure
Exterior snap-closure pocket x1
Exterior zipper pocket with 2 card slots inside x1
Flat pocket on one side of the main compartment for storing the front cover of a book
Elastic band on the other side of the main compartment for securing the back cover of a book
Bookmark
Pen holder
Jonde logo
Made from apple leather
Tags: bag, book, bookcover, reading, shoulder bag, read, clutch, book cover, cross body bag
Production Technology: This bag is made from apple leather, a sustainable material crafted from discarded apple skins and cores. These byproducts are combined with a bio based resin, creating a durable, eco conscious material aligned with reducing environmental impact. The design includes multifunctional pockets and elastic bands, developed through user research. Each bag is carefully crafted by skilled artisans, ensuring a high quality finish that balances functionality with luxury.
Design Challenge: The hardest part of this project was not only finding a factory to process apple leather, but also navigating the limitations of sustainable materials in terms of production capabilities. While apple leather is an eco friendly option, few manufacturers offer processing services. This was an external challenge due to limited technological availability. Internally, balancing aesthetics with durability was another creative hurdle, as I aimed to maintain both quality and sustainability in the final design.
Research: The research involved visiting bookstores and libraries to observe various book sizes and the behavior of avid readers. Feedback was collected from customers at the Frankfurt exhibition, providing valuable insights. Additionally, I personally tested the product multiple times, refining the design to address any inconvenience. This process helped improve functionality and user experience.
Inspiration: The inspiration for this design came from the desire to protect books while on the go without causing any damage. I often noticed that when carrying books in a backpack, the corners would bend, leading to wear and tear. This drove me to create a solution that was both protective and portable. Moreover, seeing people read during their busy commute or while waiting for public transportation inspired me to design a cover that could be easily accessed during those moments. Using apple leather, a material derived from recycled apple skins, aligns with my belief in sustainability and responsible consumption.
Project Duration: The concept for this project was conceived in 2022, with the first prototype exhibited at the Frankfurt Book Fair in 2023. The product is scheduled for launch in September 2024.
Operation Flow: Place your favorite book in the main compartment, whether it is a novel, manga, or paperback. The built in bookmark lets you easily return to your page. With a pen holder, you can jot down notes on the go. The three sided zipper keeps the book securely protected. There is also a zippered pocket that functions as a mini wallet with space for coins and cards, plus a snap pocket for small items or a phone. You can go out with just this bag.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Moeko Kakizoe, 2024
Team Members: Moeko Kakizoe
Image Credits: Image 1: Photographer Moeko Kakizoe, Book Cover Bag front 2024.
Image 2: Photographer Moeko Kakizoe, Book Cover Bag back 2024.
Image 3: Photographer Moeko Kakizoe, Book Cover Bag pocket detail 2024.
Image 4: Photographer Moeko Kakizoe, Book Cover Bag wallet detail 2024.
Image 5: Photographer Moeko Kakizoe, Book Cover Bag