Riposo Coffee Set

Riposo Coffee Set is an innovative tableware design that exemplifies the harmonious fusion of early 20th-century design principles with contemporary aesthetics and functionality. Created by designer Mikhail Chistiakov, this coffee service draws profound inspiration from the German Bauhaus movement and Russian avant-garde, embodying their fundamental principle that beauty emerges from functional design. The set, which earned the Silver A' Design Award in the Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design category, consists of a coffeepot (600ml), sugar bowl (300ml), and cup (220ml), each crafted with meticulous attention to geometric precision and practical utility. The design's distinctive characteristic lies in its masterful combination of contrasting materials: pristine white hard-paste porcelain juxtaposed with cork lids, creating a compelling visual and tactile dialogue between smooth and textured surfaces. The set's thoughtful engineering is evident in its carefully positioned handles, which are strategically placed to minimize heat transfer, while the cork lids provide both thermal insulation and enhanced user safety. The clean, straight lines and absence of ornamental complexity not only pay homage to constructivist ideals but also facilitate easy maintenance. Developed between 2018 and 2019 in Saint Petersburg, Russia, the Riposo Coffee Set represents a significant achievement in contemporary tableware design, where technological challenges in achieving precise geometric forms in porcelain were successfully overcome through innovative profile engineering, resulting in a product that seamlessly integrates historical design principles with modern functionality.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: minimalist design, functional tableware, porcelain craftmanship, bauhaus inspiration, contemporary coffee set, geometric aesthetics

SOURCES:
https://competition.adesignaward.com/99268

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