Lagoon Concept 咖啡檯 by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

Lagoon Concept 咖啡檯 by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 傢俱設計 Competition Category.

銅傢俱· 2026

Lagoon Concept 咖啡檯

by Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

Client: Eduardo Acero Rodriguez

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 傢俱 Category

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The Design

About Lagoon Concept 咖啡檯

Lagoon Concept係一張咖啡檯，靈感源自哥倫比亞瓜塔佩湖嘅自然景觀。實木底座採用層疊、不對稱嘅造型，令人聯想到湖畔周圍嘅地形。弧形玻璃檯面置於底座之上，其形態彷彿重現水嘅流動。玻璃上嘅鏤空部分令木結構得以穿透而上，猶如聳立嘅山峰。整個造型透過視覺研究、草圖繪畫同三維建模發展而成。Lagoon Concept將一片地域景觀化為一個實用嘅檯面。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Lagoon Concept 咖啡檯是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Lagoon Concept 咖啡檯將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Lagoon Concept 咖啡檯出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。

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