Wave 玻璃器皿 by Elif Kurdas is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 廚具設計 Competition Category.

銅廚具· 2026

Wave 玻璃器皿

by Elif Kurdas

Client: Lav

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 廚具 Category

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The Design

About Wave 玻璃器皿

Wave係一個專為飲品同甜品而設計嘅玻璃器皿系列。呢個系列包括威士忌杯、長飲杯同雪糕杯。每件產品都有紋理表面，配以柔和嘅曲線，靈感來自海浪嘅幾何形態。富有節奏感嘅輪廓增添咗視覺深度，同時提供舒適嘅握感。呢啲玻璃杯採用鈉鈣玻璃，以自動壓製機生產。波浪形表面嘅壁厚經過優化，適合大批量生產。Wave以現代手法重新演繹經典嘅羅紋飲具。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Wave 玻璃器皿是 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Wave 玻璃器皿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。Wave 玻璃器皿出色地滿足需求，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: Wave collection embody the geometry of nature and its beauty, with their textured and patterned surface reminiscent of organic forms. The tactile design not only adds a visual appeal but also offers a pleasing grip, making them both practical and sumptuous. Gentle curves mirror the rhythmic flow of the waves, while enriching the interaction between light and depth. The collection includes one whiskey tumbler, one long drink glass, and an ice cream cup.
Dimensions & Packaging: Whiskey glass: H:91mm R:85mm, Long Drink Glass: H:145mm R:72mm, Ice cream cup: H:98mm R:99mm
Tags: Ocean, Wave, Glassware, Drinkware, Nature, Tableware
Production Technology: It is produced from soda lime glass using the automatic press machine. Glass is the most suitable material for both indoor and outdoor use, and it is healthy and environmentally friendly.
Design Challenge: Form of the products drew inspiration from the idea of translating the fluidity, rhythm, and harmony of ocean waves into tangible glass objects. Applying the wave form to products of varying sizes, ensuring continuity, and creating a product collection were challenging. The wall thickness distribution of the wavy surfaces had to be carefully optimized for mass production.
Research: The project aimed to reinterpret classic ribbed drinkware with a contemporary approach, imbuing it with dynamic and innovative qualities. By exploring how geometry of nature can influence both the aesthetic and functional aspects of glassware design, the form of the products was derived from organic forms and repetitive patterns found in nature. The resulting designs challenge traditional perceptions of form and texture while also providing a pleasant grip and offering a new sensory and visual experience.
Inspiration: Wave is inspired by the infinite cycle of ocean waves and the elegant geometry within water itself. Each curve of a wave carries the flawless mathematics of nature and a rhythm that invites a deep sense of serenity.
Project Duration: The project which started in February 2024, was completed in January 2025 and exhibited at the 2025 Ambiente fair.
Operation Flow: Its form creates a three dimensional sense of motion on glass with its dynamic lines inspired by the fluid energy of waves. The rhythmic contours on its surface capture a fleeting moment of the ever shifting form of water.Each line reflects the natural rise and fall of a wave, while its bold structure offers a modern and sculptural aesthetic.
Team Members: Product Design Lead: Elif Kurdaş
Product Design Manager: Özge Göksu Tezcan