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Tomi Rantasaari Is Honored with the A' Design Award for Voltti Integrated EV Charger in Generative, Algorithmic, Parametric and AI-Assisted Design
Tomi Rantasaari acknowledged for generative, algorithmic, parametric and ai-assisted design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Voltti Integrated EV Charger by Tomi Rantasaari, designed for Skyline Legal Oy, has been granted the A' Design Award in the Generative, Algorithmic, Parametric and AI-Assisted Design category. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 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 scored 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 Voltti Integrated EV Charger
Voltti is an electric vehicle charging station designed for urban environments. The station measures 800 mm in width, 400 mm in depth and 1800 mm in height, giving a compact profile. A 100 kWh solid-state battery stores energy and supports 150 kW DC fast charging while lowering demand on the power grid. Power management software adjusts output according to battery status and grid load. Charging is started by connecting a vehicle, and can be monitored through a touchscreen display or a mobile application. The exterior is made of lightweight composite materials with a weather-resistant coating.
Award Record
With this recognition, Tomi Rantasaari is a winner of 4 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2023 - 2024 and the 2024 - 2025 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Generative, Algorithmic, Parametric and AI-Assisted Design Award
The A' Generative Design Award is an international design competition recognizing good generative designs from leading creators and designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to generative designers, algorithmic design professionals, ai-assisted design experts and parametric designers from all countries. Typical entries include algorithmic artworks, parametric architectures, generative graphics, ai-assisted illustrations, computational sculptures and procedural patterns. The awarded generative designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/generative
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/169605
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/169605
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!169605
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/355068
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.skylinelegal.fi
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Voltti Integrated EV Charger
- Function
- Integrated EV Charger
- Category
- Generative, Algorithmic, Parametric and AI-Assisted Design
- Discipline
- Design Strategy
- Industry
- Innovation and Design Industry
- Colors
- Black, Dark Slate Gray, Dim Gray and Dark Olive Green
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Skyline Legal Oy
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Tomi Rantasaari
- Country
- Finland
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #169605
Credits
- Team
- Tomi Rantasaari, CEO and Head of Design
- Image Credits
- Skyline Legal Oy
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This Integrated EV Charger redefines urban charging infrastructure with a sleek, space-efficient design that seamlessly blends into modern architecture. Featuring an advanced battery storage system, it optimizes energy distribution, enabling fast charging while reducing grid dependency. Its minimalist form, enhanced by ambient lighting, ensures aesthetic harmony in premium environments. The design visualization was enhanced using AI-assisted photo generation.
- Inspiration
- The inspiration for this Integrated EV Charger comes from the growing demand for efficient energy storage and seamless charging solutions in urban environments. As electric mobility expands, the need for fast, reliable, and grid-independent charging becomes critical. This design integrates advanced battery storage to optimize energy distribution, reducing peak grid load while ensuring uninterrupted charging.
- Research
- This project is based on sustainable energy and smart mobility research, aiming to develop a high-efficiency, grid-independent EV charging solution. The objective was to address energy storage limitations, peak grid demand, and user convenience. The research involved market analysis, technological feasibility studies, and AI-driven energy management modeling. Data was collected from existing EV charging networks, energy consumption reports, and user experience surveys. Simulation tools were used to optimize battery storage efficiency and adaptive charging algorithms.
- Challenge
- The biggest challenge in developing Voltti was balancing high-performance energy storage with seamless urban integration. Ensuring fast charging without overloading the grid required innovative AI-assisted power management and solid-state battery technology. External challenges included energy regulations, infrastructure limitations, and production feasibility. Overcoming these obstacles involved extensive research on grid flexibility, modular battery designs, and smart charging algorithms. By leveraging AI-driven predictive modeling and material innovations, we created a scalable, efficient, and visually harmonious solution for the future of EV charging.
- Realization and Technology
- Voltti utilizes advanced energy storage and high-efficiency charging technology, incorporating solid-state batteries for enhanced durability and performance. AI-driven power management ensures adaptive charging based on grid demand and vehicle needs. The design process employed parametric modeling and AI-assisted photo generation, refining form and function for an optimized user experience.
- Operation and Interaction
- Voltti operates seamlessly with a plug-and-charge system, allowing users to connect their electric vehicle effortlessly. The integrated AI-powered smart system optimizes charging speed based on battery status, grid load, and energy pricing. Users can interact via a touchscreen display or mobile app, enabling real-time monitoring and scheduling. The built-in battery storage ensures fast, uninterrupted charging, even during peak grid demand, making EV charging more efficient and convenient.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project was conceptualized in August 2024 in Rome, inspired by the need for efficient and sustainable EV charging solutions. The design process took place between January and mid-February 2025, integrating advanced energy storage and AI-assisted power management. The final designs were completed in mid-February 2025
- Specifications
- Voltti features a compact and efficient design optimized for urban environments. Its dimensions are 800 mm (Width) x 400 mm (Depth) x 1800 mm (Height), ensuring a sleek and space-saving profile. The charger integrates a 100 kWh solid-state battery storage system, providing reliable energy buffering to reduce grid dependency. It delivers 150 kW DC fast charging, allowing for rapid vehicle charging with minimal downtime. Equipped with AI-assisted smart grid integration and IoT remote monitoring, Voltti dynamically adjusts power output based on real-time energy demands.
- Keywords
- EV charger, energy storage, fast charging, AI-assisted charging, smart grid, sustainable mobility, solid-state battery, urban infrastructure, renewable energy, smart charging station
