Press Release
Hoverpen Interstellar Ballpoint Pen by Novium Receives the Platinum A' Design Award in Art and Stationery Supplies Design
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Novium for art and stationery supplies design
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Hoverpen Interstellar Ballpoint Pen by Novium has been granted the Platinum A' Design Award in the Art and Stationery Supplies Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined 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 Platinum A' Design Award
The Platinum A' Design Award is recognized for honoring designs that stand at the forefront of creativity and innovation. It is the highest accolade bestowed by the A' Design Awards, acknowledging works that blend remarkable innovation with impactful societal contributions. These designs not only showcase exceptional artistic and technical proficiency but also highlight their creators' commitment to advancing the boundaries of art, science, design, and technology. Recipients of this award are celebrated for their role in shaping the aesthetics and trends of our time, contributing significantly to the enhancement of quality of life and promoting sustainable development.
Regarding Hoverpen Interstellar Ballpoint Pen
Hoverpen Interstellar reimagines the ballpoint pen as a functional installation art piece. This unique writing tool balances itself without electricity at a striking 23.5 degree angle, echoing Earth's axial tilt. Crafted from aircraft grade aluminum and a proprietary neodymium magnet system, its futuristic form strikes a delicate balance of precision engineering and modern artistry.
About Novium
At Novium, even the name tells a story. “Nov” captures the spirit of innovation and forward thinking, while “ium”—like in Titanium—evokes the strength and rarity of extraordinary elements rarely found in everyday life. This Taiwan-based design brand is committed to creating objects the world has never seen before—bold, original pieces defined by a sleek, modern metallic aesthetic. Each product is more than a tool; it’s a companion for those who embrace challenges and carve out a path that’s uniquely their own. With Novium, design becomes a way of life.
Award Record
Novium is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Art and Stationery Supplies Design Award
The A' Art Supplies Design Award is an international industrial design competition recognizing best art supplies by leading brands and manufacturers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to art supplies designers, stationery designers, industrial design studios and art supplies brands from all countries. Entries typically include brushes, paints, sketchbooks, pencils, pastels and easels. Awarded art supply designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/art-supplies
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/163853
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/163853
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!163853
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/331271
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://reurl.cc/XZpxrj
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Hoverpen Interstellar Ballpoint Pen
- Function
- Ballpoint Pen
- Category
- Art and Stationery Supplies Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Packaging & Retail and Arts
- Colors
- White Smoke, Dim Gray, Dark Slate Gray, Dark Slate Blue and Black
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Novium
- Country
- Taiwan (China)
- Recognition
- Platinum A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #163853
Credits
- Team
- Kuo-Hung Liang, Ming-Wei Kuo
- Image Credits
- Image#1#3#4:Photographer Ming-Wei Kuo / Image:#0#2: Choa-Hung Yin / Design: Tzu-Jung Su
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Just as Earth's gravity fades in space, the Hoverpen Interstellar defies physics. Its new ridged design makes spinning mesmerizing, with visible acceleration and deceleration. A simple twist keeps it spinning for up to 20 seconds in perfect motion. Fun to fidget with and hypnotic to watch, the Hoverpen offers entertainment during dull workdays. Spin it and ponder the mysteries of the universe as it endlessly revolves.
- Inspiration
- From ancient times to the present, humanity's steps in exploring the unknown realms of the universe have never stopped. Inspired by spacecraft, sci-fi, and all things cosmos, we have created the first-ever levitating pen that integrates into daily life. It reminds people of their longing for the vast universe and the adventurous spirit of exploring the unknown. If you look up at the starry sky, the stars symbolize humanity's ultimate pursuit of the unknown. We hope that the Hoverpen Interstellar can sit on your desk, constantly reminding you that everything is possible, and accompany you in exploring your own limits.
- Research
- Studies show that task switching enhances creativity and problem-solving. By alternating tasks, people improve both logical and out-of-the-box thinking. A Harvard Business Review study found that frequent micro-breaks during brainstorming lead to more idea generation. The Hoverpen was designed with this concept in mind. Imagine you're stuck on a difficult problem. You give the Hoverpen a spin, and throughout the hour, you keep spinning it. Without realizing it, you've turned your brain into an idea machine, solving the problem effortlessly.
- Challenge
- We explored many versions to achieve the levitation effect and eventually succeeded in making the Hoverpen float at a 23 5 degree angle. The spiral often showed creases during production affecting its aesthetics. After multiple discussions with manufacturers, we achieved the final design. Another challenge was the base mold which initially required three molds. However, we optimized the process and successfully used only two molds while maintaining cost and aesthetics.
- Realization and Technology
- The development and production of the Hoverpen involve numerous processes. It begins with researching magnetic configurations and testing various possibilities for levitation, followed by meticulous metal processing and fabrication. A total of 103 precise manufacturing steps are required to complete the pen. All factories involved in the production process are carefully selected from local Taiwanese manufacturers, allowing for hands-on verification to ensure the implementation and perfection of every step.
- Operation and Interaction
- The Hoverpen Interstellar is refillable with international standard ink, featuring Schmidt cartridges which renowned for their German-engineered luxury and precision in ballpoint pens. The design allows for easy access and effortless replacement of the pen refill.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project began in May 2020 in Taipei, Taiwan, and continues to refine its production processes and materials. It has already been launched and sold through various global channels. In 2020, the project was honored with the Muse Design Award, and in 2022, it was recognized as one of TIME's Best Inventions.
- Specifications
- Hoverpen Interstellar: Height: 150mm Width: 110mm Depth: 70mm. Package: Height: 640mm Width: 208mm Depth: 113mm.
- Keywords
- Hoverpen, Luxury pen, Ballpoint pen, Gift
