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Riposo Coffee Set by Mikhail Chistiakov
Riposo Coffee Set by Mikhail Chistiakov
Riposo Coffee Set by Mikhail Chistiakov
Riposo Coffee Set by Mikhail Chistiakov
Riposo Coffee Set by Mikhail Chistiakov

Silver Kitchenware · 2020

Riposo Coffee Set

by Mikhail Chistiakov

  • Silver A' Design Award 2020 in Kitchenware
  • CLIENT: Altavolo
  • Estimated Number of Design Views: 46,147
  • Verification code 2A93676E7C · Verify this award
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About Riposo Coffee Set

The design of this service was inspired by two schools of the early 20th century the German Bauhaus and the Russian avant-garde. Strict straight geometry and well-thought-out functionality fully corresponds to the spirit of the manifestos of those times: "what is convenient is beautiful". At the same time following modern trends the designer combines two contrasting materials in this project. Classic white milk porcelain is complemented by bright lids made of cork. Functionality of the design is supported by simple, convenient handles and the overall usability of the form.

About the Silver A' Design Award

Riposo Coffee Set is a Silver A' Design Award winner, an extraordinarily prestigious recognition granted to top-of-the-line, gorgeous, and impressive designs. Silver winners are tremendously brilliant and exceedingly creative works that illustrate the outstanding expertise, talent, and acuity of their designers. Riposo Coffee Set is expected to be a wonderful, showpiece work that is remarkably professional and profoundly innovative. This Silver A' Design Award-winning design is a highly notable, admired invention that benefits and advances the boundaries of art, science, design, and technology. Riposo Coffee Set is a vastly envied creation that evokes desires, introduces positive feelings, and sparks amazement and wonderment.

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Unique Properties
Thoughtful functionality and a bright contrast of textured cork and smooth milk-white porcelain for those who follow the latest trends and always choose comfort.
The handles of the teapot and cup are set aside a little more than usual so that they are less heated. The lid made of cork is also functional - it is impossible to burn yourself with it and because of its elasticity, it will not fall when pouring. The simple shape without hidden cavities or sharp corners means that the teapot, sugar bowl and cup are easy to wash.
Dimensions & Packaging
Coffeepot 150х95х165mm 633g 600ml
Sugar bowl 110х110х80mm 382g 300ml
Cup 72x72x85mm 210g 220ml
Tags
Сoffee set, Coffee pot, Cup, Sugar bowl, Tableware, Porcelain
Production Technology
Hard-paste porcelain
Pressed cork
Design Challenge
The main technological challenge was to achieve a strict geometry of objects. As you know, it is quite difficult to get even lines in ceramics, and especially in porcelain. It was possible to solve this problem by selecting the optimal wall profiles and minor changes in the external surfaces. However, the basic design concept (straight geometric lines) remained unchanged.
Research
Contrast is a key element of the design language of this project. Contrast of hard and soft, warm and cold, smooth and rough and so on. As part of the design, study different types of materials were tested such as wood, dark ceramics, and others. However, only the cork material has become the link that connects functionality, aesthetics and technology together.
Inspiration
The concept is based on an approach to classical subjects from the point of view of functionalism and strict geometry. This project was inspired by the manifestos of the Russian avant-garde, the German Bauhaus and constructivism: what is functional and convenient is also beautiful.
Project Duration
The project started in 2018 and finished in 2019 in Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
Operation Flow
The design of this project addresses to an audience that is a little tired of the modern complex and dynamic world and promises honesty and simplicity.
Image Credits
Image #1: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #2: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #3: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #4: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev
Image #5: Photographer Kirill Kobyzev/ Art Director Iurii Solovev

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