Press Release
Golden A' Design Award in Furniture Accessories, Hardware and Materials Design Goes to Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Smart Door Lock by Yale and Bould Design Agency
The international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Yale and Bould Design Agency of Yale for furniture accessories, hardware and materials design
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COMO, Italy, April 14, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Smart Door Lock by Yale and Bould Design Agency of Yale has been granted the Golden A' Design Award in the Furniture Accessories, Hardware and Materials Design category. The recognition forms part of the 2023 - 2024 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 evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Golden A' Design Award Means
The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Regarding Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Smart Door Lock
Linus L2 is a smart door lock designed to be fitted to the inside of an existing door. Linus L2 allows a door to be locked and unlocked through a mobile application, a separate keypad or a contactless tag reader, and the door status can be checked remotely. Two mounting plates allow attachment to many lock types and most cylinders, including doors found in Finland. The body is metal and made by precision casting. The product size was reduced by twenty percent, and a rechargeable battery pack replaces disposable cells.
About Yale
At 180 years strong, Yale is a leading security brand that protects the people, places and things we love most. We secure millions of homes and businesses worldwide with our innovative mechanical locks, alarms, safes and smart locks for front doors, inter
Award Record
This recognition makes Yale and Bould Design Agency of Yale a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Furniture Accessories, Hardware and Materials Design Award
The A' Furniture Accessory Design Award is an international design competition recognizing good furniture accessories by leading designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to furniture accessory designers, hardware designers, material designers and industrial design studios from all countries. Entries typically include knobs, handles, hinges, casters, sliders and brackets. Awarded furniture accessory designs are published at https://desingers.org/design-category/furniture-accessory
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://desingers.org/157687
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/157687
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!157687
- Laureate Profile: https://desingers.org/d/347598
- Further Information from the Laureate: http://yalehome.com
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Smart Door Lock
- Function
- Smart Door Lock
- Category
- Furniture Accessories, Hardware and Materials Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Manufacturing
- Colors
- Silver, Dark Slate Gray, Dark Gray, White Smoke and Black
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Yale and Bould Design Agency
- Country
- Great Britain
- Brand
- Yale
- Recognition
- Golden A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #157687
Credits
- Team
- Bould Design Agency
- Image Credits
- Yale, ASSA ABLOY group
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Designed to increase convenience while not reducing security, the Linus® L2 Smart Lock combines aesthetics, functionality, and innovation in one product. It perfectly blends with different architectural styles, from more traditional to the most contemporary. The shape and size of the product allow it to be installed across EMEIA, including Finnish doors which pose a unique design challenge. The lock has two mounting plates that allow it to be attached to many types of locks and most cylinders.
- Inspiration
- We wanted to expand Linus into new markets that use a 22mm Round Cylinder, to improve its performance, and to make it more sustainable. This was achieved by redesigning the motor and gear train to increase speed/torque to unlock/lock stubborn locks. Our sustainability aims were achieved by adding a rechargeable battery pack for high-power operations to remove the need for non-rechargeable cells, and by reducing the size of the product by 20% to use less material for a more sustainable product.
- Research
- We employed a multidisciplinary approach combining design thinking, user research and technological feasibility studies using surveys, interviews, prototyping and market analysis gathered by global teams. Our insights guided the development of features such as Wi-Fi connectivity and the Yale Dot, enhancing user experience and convenience. Research informed strategic decisions, ensuring alignment with evolving market demands and sustainability goals, creating a next-generation access solution.
- Challenge
- The most daunting challenge was engineering Linus L2 to accommodate the unique door specifications in Finland. The larger door seals exert an increased sideload on the lock mechanism, to address this we shrunk the product's size by 20% while simultaneously doubling the torque to 2.5Nm. Collaborative efforts between local teams in Finland and engineering teams in Sweden and Korea resulted in a compact, high-torque solution that seamlessly integrates without compromising on quality or aesthetics.
- Realization and Technology
- Utilising advanced manufacturing techniques, the Linus Smart Lock L2 embodies cutting-edge production technology. Precision casting methods were employed to craft its fully metal design, ensuring maximum quality and durability. Additionally, state-of-the-art assembly processes were implemented to integrate the strongest motor on the market seamlessly. For a faster, quieter, world-class lock experience.
- Operation and Interaction
- Turn your regular door lock into a smart one. Following simple instructions on the Yale Home App, Linus L2 will fit to the inside of your existing door with all tools needed to fit the lock included in the box. Once installed, you can lock/unlock your door using the app, the keypad (sold separately) or by tapping your phone against our new NFC reader Yale Dot. Program the lock automatically to lock/unlock, or monitor the status of your door from anywhere in the world in the app. The Linus L2 is battery-powered and can communicate directly to mobile phones via Bluetooth and therefore would not be affected by the power being removed.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in November 2021, with collaborative efforts spanning multiple continents across the globe. Teams were strategically positioned in Korea, Sweden, and the UK to leverage their respective expertise. Internal teams from Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa ensured the product's compatibility with diverse door locks, encompassing a broad spectrum of geographical and cultural contexts. Despite these logistical complexities, Linus L2 successfully launched in March 2024.
- Specifications
- Compatible Smartphone: Yale Home app for your iOS or Android smartphone. Communication: Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 2.4 -5 GHz Two-factor security: Your Yale Home account is protected with 2-factor authentication, which means that on top of your password, the system will check your identity based on either an email or phone number. Encryption: 128-bit AES encryption Product dimensions (W x H x D): 51.7mm x 146.2mm x 45.75mm (without thumb turn). Battery type: Rechargeable battery pack with 2x 18650 Li-ion cells
- Keywords
- smart lock, smart security, security made simple, smart home, home automation, lock
