Press Release
A' Design Award in Building Materials and Construction Components Design Goes to 5.1 Switches and Sockets Collection by Oriol Guimera and Joan Cinca
The international grand jury of the 2019 - 2020 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Oriol Guimera and Joan Cinca of Font Barcelona for building materials and construction components design
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COMO, Italy, April 23, 2020 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the A' Design Award in the Building Materials and Construction Components Design category for 5.1 Switches and Sockets Collection by Oriol Guimera and Joan Cinca of Font Barcelona. The award was conferred within the 2019 - 2020 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the A' Design Award
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
More About 5.1 Switches and Sockets Collection
5.1 is a collection of electrical switches and sockets designed for architectural interiors. The collection is defined by pure lines, a plate thickness of 6 mm and a minimal ergonomic toggle. Plates are made of stainless steel, brass, aluminium or Corian. A wide range of functions is offered, including switches, sockets, push buttons, dimmers, thermostats and USB chargers. The plates fit universal boxes and can be mounted horizontally or vertically. Each piece can be adapted in material, finish and format to suit a specific project.
About Font Barcelona
Font Group is a family industrial group, born in Barcelona in 1950, which specializes its professional activity towards the design and manufacturing of high-range decorative electrical installation parts. We are a company with an international outreach an
Award Record
Oriol Guimera and Joan Cinca of Font Barcelona is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Building Materials and Construction Components Design Award
The A' Building Components Design Award is an international design competition recognizing good building components by best brands and designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to building material manufacturers, building material brands, construction product designers and industrial designers from all countries. Typical entries include bricks, beams, windows, doors, insulation materials and roofing materials. The awarded building components designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/building-components
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/101808
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/101808
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!101808
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/273628
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://fontbarcelona.com/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- 5.1 Switches and Sockets Collection
- Function
- Switches and Sockets Collection
- Category
- Building Materials and Construction Components Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Manufacturing
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Peru, Sienna, Black and Dark Olive Green
- Images
- 4
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Oriol Guimera and Joan Cinca
- Country
- Spain
- Brand
- Font Barcelona
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2019 - 2020
- Design ID
- #101808
Credits
- Team
- Oriol Guimerà” : “Designer: Joan Cinca”
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Follows the latest decoration trends such as minimalist architectural design, pure and avantgarde design. It is characterised by the purity of its constructive lines and the fine material of the toggle and plate. The exclusive design toggle and its sound, gives a unique personality compared to any other luxury segment brand. Combines state-of-the-art design, high quality finishes and the possibility of installing fully customizable luxury pieces for each project.
- Inspiration
- Designed for architectural needs and markets, in order to cover the particularities of each project. Inspiration in other sectors of luxury. It allows you to customize by choosing every detail: plate material (steel, brass, corian & aluminum), the type of mechanism (function / power, etc) and global aesthetics (finishes of plates, hands, washers, frames, buttons and plug bases covers). Fitting installation, plate thickness 6mm. Manufactured locally using the minimum material.
- Challenge
- 5.1 is born from a need: to provide architects and interior designers with electrical mechanisms that introduce design into their dna and complement their projects, offering endless customization possibilities that enhance the uniqueness of each space. We consider innovation in the design of a product to be the best way to present itself and that is why we strive to ensure that all our products convey a formal, unique and exclusive message. We adapt our products to the specific needs of each case (materials, sizes, formats, colors, etc.) in order to provide products that give a distinctive touch to each space.
- Realization and Technology
- High end designs, noble materials, tailored products, and artisan culture. A process of artisanal and sustainable manufacturing, the use of noble materials of local origin -such as aluminum, stainless steel, brass or Corian-, a design of pure lines that aspires to timelessness, exclusive technical specifications and our commitment to offer bespoke products are our hallmarks, the heart of our luxury concept. A luxury that is manufactured in Barcelona, permeating the products of authentic Mediterranean culture and tradition.
- Project Duration and Location
- 5.1 is the first collection and icon of the Font Barcelona brand, founded in 2010 oriented to the prescription. Recognised with the Red Dot (2013) and Maison Objet (2014) international awards.
- Specifications
- Mechanism dimensions: A* mm x 6 mm (with toggle 19mm) x h90mm. *A - 90 mm (1 element)/ 161 mm (2 elements) / 232 mm (3 elements) / 303 mm (4 elements)... x elements (infinite elements). Positions: horizontal and vertical. Plates for universal boxes. Plate thickness 6mm. Minimalistic ergonomic toggle. Ring and frame options. Complete range of functions: switch, sockets (universal, french, british, chinese,...), push button, dimmers, beacon, wall washer, key card, USB charger, TV & Telephone sockets, info socket, digital, thermostat, loudspeaker, buzzer, presences detector, cabler outlet cover, blind cover...). Complies with regulations according to market.
- Keywords
- 5.1, fontbarcelona, luxuryswitches&sockets, minimal, switches, uniquepieces, creatingsensations, interiordesign, minimaldesign, luxurymaterials, design, handmade, minimalsockets, platefinishes, togglefinishes, technicaldetails, bestmaterials
