Lagoon Concept 茶几 by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

Lagoon Concept 茶几 by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 铜奖 in 家具设计 Competition Category.

铜家具· 2026

Lagoon Concept 茶几

by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

Client: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

A' Design Award 铜奖 Winner in 家具 Category

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The Design

About Lagoon Concept 茶几

“泻湖概念”是一款以哥伦比亚瓜塔佩湖景观为灵感的茶几。实木底座由层叠而不对称的形体构成,呼应湖畔起伏的地貌。曲面玻璃台面架于底座之上,其造型令人联想到水流的动态。玻璃上的镂空区域让部分木质结构得以穿出,宛如高耸的山峰。该造型通过视觉研究、手绘草图与三维建模逐步发展而成。“泻湖概念”将一处地域景观转化为可供使用的实用台面。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 铜奖

Lagoon Concept 茶几是 A' Design Award 铜奖得主，这是授予以创造力、独创性和敏锐见长的杰出设计的极具声望的认可。铜奖得主是技艺娴熟、创意惊人的作品，印证了其设计师丰富的经验、想象力与机智。预计Lagoon Concept 茶几将成为一件备受推崇、令人钦佩且被珍爱的物品，兼具显著的专业性与创新性。这件赢得 A' Design Award 铜奖的设计融入艺术、科学、设计和技术领域的最佳实践，并因注重细节而出类拔萃。Lagoon Concept 茶几出色地满足需求，触动渴望，迷住情感，并吸引好奇心。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This coffee table is unique because it transforms the geography of Guatape lake into a sculptural form, merging cultural inspiration with functional design. Its solid wood base rising through a wave shaped glass top symbolizes the meeting of land and water. The piece stands out for its storytelling, the contrast of natural and transparent materials, and the combination of digital precision with handcrafted detail.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 1229 cm x Depth 899 mm x Height 355 mm
Tags: Guatape, Colombian design, conceptual furniture, coffee table design, organic shapes, sculptural furniture, solid wood, glass top table, nature inspired design, contemporary furniture
Production Technology: This conceptual design was developed through digital sketching and 3D modeling techniques, using CAD software to shape an asymmetrical solid wood base that evokes the organic geography of the Guatape region. The tabletop is envisioned in thermoformed glass with soft, wave-like curves to represent water movement. Openings in the glass allow the wood structure to emerge through, mimicking mountain peaks. The design combines expressive form making with material contrast and precision detailing.
Design Challenge: The main creative challenge was translating the complex geography of Guatape Lake into a balanced, functional form without losing its emotional and cultural essence. Achieving harmony between organic shapes and structural stability proved difficult. Limited technical references and material behavior for conceptual elements like sculpted glass required extensive experimentation and adaptation within digital modeling constraints.
Research: This project followed a self initiated design research process aimed at transforming regional identity into functional form. The objective was to capture the essence of Guatape Lake through material and shape exploration. Using visual research, sketches, and 3D modeling tools, the study focused on user perception and emotional response. Insights revealed that nature driven narratives enhance user connection and design value in both cultural and commercial contexts.
Inspiration: The inspiration for this design stems from the striking geography of Guatape lake in Colombia. It is intricate shoreline and vivid natural patterns guided the creation of a sculptural coffee table that reflects the harmony between land and water. Motivated by a desire to honor my roots, I conducted visual and topographic research to abstract the lake organic forms into a functional, artistic piece.
Project Duration: The project initially began in February 2023 in New York but was temporarily set aside due to uncertainties in its direction. Development resumed with renewed clarity and purpose in July 2025, also in New York, where the conceptual design is currently being refined.
Operation Flow: The coffee table is designed to invite visual and tactile interaction. Its sculptural wooden base flows naturally beneath a smooth glass top, where gentle curves and openings reveal layers beneath inviting the user to explore its form from different angles. The raised wooden elements create a dynamic presence, sparking curiosity and emotional connection while maintaining full functionality as a central, usable surface.
Team Members: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez
Image Credits: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez