Circus 玻璃雕塑系列 by Egemen Kemal Vurusan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 美術設計 Competition Category.

鐵美術· 2025

Circus 玻璃雕塑系列

by Egemen Kemal Vurusan

Client: Usta Design

A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 美術 Category

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The Design

About Circus 玻璃雕塑系列

《马戏团》係一系列以马戏团表演者为灵感嘅玻璃雕塑作品。造型采用高级钠钙玻璃,以热吹制同塑形工艺制作而成。大胆而不协调嘅色彩配搭,加上夸张嘅不对称造型,反映出现代都市生活嘅纷乱状态。每件雕塑嘅球体同支脚部分均以热熔接合方式连接,再经热退火处理以稳定最终形态。每件作品皆经由手工精细打造,确保平衡同稳定性。《马戏团》专为观赏而设计,其外观会随住环境光线同观赏角度嘅变化而呈现出不同面貌。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 鐵獎

Circus 玻璃雕塑系列是 A' Design Award 鐵獎得主，這是授予滿足人們對設計精良的創作所期待的專業與工業要求的優良設計的聲望認可。鐵獎得主展現出其創作者的高超技藝、高度專業化、專家級的理解力和創造能力。預計Circus 玻璃雕塑系列將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的創作，既實用又創新。這件贏得 A' Design Award 鐵獎的設計整合了行業最佳實踐，並擁有與專業知識和才華相結合的稱職技術特性。Circus 玻璃雕塑系列因其嚴謹而受到尊重，旨在提供有助於讓世界變得更美好的生活品質改善。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Circus is a contemporary glass art series created using hot glass blowing and shaping techniques. Inspired by circus performers, the sculptures reflect the chaos and unpredictability of urban life through bold, mismatched colors and dynamic forms. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, emphasizing craftsmanship and artistic expression. The use of exaggerated shapes and vibrant contrasts sets this series apart, offering a critical yet playful commentary on modern cityscapes.
Dimensions & Packaging: (Left to Right) Product dimensions:
1. 300 mm (W) x 250 mm (D) x 750 mm (H)
2. 350 mm (W) x 230 mm (D) x 280 mm(H),
3. 420 mm (W) x 250 mm (D) x 300mm (H) Fabricated using advanced hot glass sculpture techniques, the ball and legs are attached via a hot bonding process to ensure robust integration. Each piece's legs were meticulously produced with high precision for optimal balance and stability. The design process began with detailed 2D sketches on an iPad using Sketchbook, guiding the creation of dynamic, asymmetrical forms.
Tags: Circus, hot glass sculpture, urban chaos, dark humor, asymmetrical forms, precision hot bonding, contemporary art, dynamic color contrasts
Production Technology: Utilizing advanced hot glass blowing and shaping techniques, Circus was crafted from high-grade soda-lime glass. Thermal annealing was applied for form stabilization, while precision color segmentation accentuated contrasting hues. The design process began with detailed 2D sketches on an iPad using Sketchbook, guiding the iterative creation of asymmetrical, dynamic forms inspired by circus performers.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was translating the unpredictability of urban chaos into controlled glass forms while maintaining artistic intent. Hot glass blowing requires precision, yet the concept demanded organic, dynamic shapes. Socially, balancing dark humor with meaningful critique posed a challenge. Limited access to specialized pigments and shaping tools added complexity. Overcoming these obstacles led to a fusion of satire and craftsmanship, pushing the boundaries of narrative-driven glass art.
Research: This research explores the intersection of satire, social critique, and glass artistry. The objective was to reflect urban chaos through circus-inspired sculptural forms using advanced hot glass blowing techniques. A practice-based methodology combined material experimentation with color theory analysis. Data was collected through iterative prototyping and audience feedback. The findings revealed how form and color evoke emotions, offering insights into visual storytelling. This research contributes to contemporary art and design by fostering deeper engagement with societal themes.
Inspiration: Inspired by the disorder and unpredictability of modern urban life, Circus references circus performers to critique social chaos with dark humor. Motivated by a desire to merge satire and artistry, the series employs advanced hot glass blowing techniques and color theory exploration to achieve visually striking, sculptural forms.
Project Duration: The project commenced in 2024 in Istanbul. It is regularly featured in local art exhibitions and cultural events, reflecting its evolving creative vision and the dynamic spirit of contemporary urban art.
Operation Flow: This sculpture is designed for passive observation, without the need for direct interaction. Its appearance subtly changes with the ambient light and viewer's perspective, revealing different textures and vibrant hues. Key moments occur when light and shadow interplay to highlight its form, creating an engaging experience that captures the dynamic energy of urban life
Image Credits: Photo Credit: Okan Kaya