Ko te hoahoa Stoa Chess Set nā Fabian Haydt he kaitoa whakahirahira o te 2026 A' Design Award Koura i te Wāhanga Whakataetae Hoahoa Taonga Tākaro, Kēmu me ngā Hua Runaruna.

KouraTaonga Tākaro· 2026

Stoa Chess Set

nā Fabian Haydt

Kiritaki: Svarv Studio

Kaitoa o te A' Design Award Koura i te Wāhanga Taonga Tākaro

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Te Hoahoa

Mō Stoa Chess Set

Stoa is a chess set designed to be minimal without distracting from the character of each piece. While many minimal sets abstract forms to the point of obscuring them, Stoa preserves recognizability and focus. Crafted from recycled aluminum with a glass bead blasted finish, each piece is weighted for optimal balance, offering a precise, tactile, and premium experience, equally suited as a display piece in refined architectural settings or for immersive gameplay.

Te Whakamihi

Mō te A' Design Award Koura

Ko Stoa Chess Set te toa o te A' Design Award Koura, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke tuatahi, whakamīharo me te hiranga. Ko ngā toa Koura he mahi tino auaha, he tirohanga mamao, he kanapa ahi, e whakaatu ana i te pūmanawa, te mātauranga me te tohungatanga o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Stoa Chess Set he hanganga tūnga e whakatū ana i ngā ia, he whakanuia rawa, e kawe mai ana i te uara kāore anō kia kitea. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Koura he kaupapa whakamīharo, whakahonoretia e whakawhānui ana i ngā rohe o te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau. Ka whakaara a Stoa Chess Set i te hiahia nui, ka whakaoho i te kaingākau, ka whakatenatena i te auaha, ā, ka whakamīharo i a tātou.

I Muri i te Hoahoa

Kete Pāpāho

Ngā whakamihi, ngā mema o te rōpū me ngā taipitopito hangarau i whakaratohia e te kaihoahoa.

Āhuatanga Motuhake: Stoa is defined by a careful balance between reduction and recognition. Each chess piece is simplified to its essential geometry while preserving a clear identity.
Inenga & Pēketanga: King 68 mm H, Queen 62 mm H, Bishop 58 mm H, Knight 52 mm H, Rook 47 mm H, Pawn 32 mm H. Board: 280 mm × 280 mm.
Tūtohu: chess, chess set, minimal, modern, product design, scandinavian, design
Hangarau Whakanao: All pieces are CNC-machined from solid recycled aluminum. After machining, the surfaces are polished and treated with a fine glass bead-blasting process to achieve a uniform matte texture. The pieces are then anodized for durability. Internal brass weights and leather base pads are assembled manually to ensure precision and quality.
Wero Hoahoa: The main challenge was to design a minimal chess set that remains easy to read during a game. Reducing each piece while preserving its identity required many iterations. The Knight in particular demanded extensive experimentation to achieve a recognizable character within a simplified form. The project also involved learning the full development process, from early concept sketches to prototyping and final production methods.
Rangahau: The development process focused on refining proportions and improving visual clarity. Special attention was given to how players recognize pieces during fast gameplay. Multiple prototype stages helped test form, balance, and ergonomics until a clear and consistent design language was achieved.
Whakaaweawe: Stoa draws inspiration from Scandinavian design principles such as clarity, balance and calm visual expression. The goal was to create chess pieces that feel natural in modern interiors while still respecting the traditional language of the game. Architectural forms, simple geometry and restrained proportions influenced the design language.
Roanga o te Kaupapa: Designed in Paris, Stoa is manufactured in Germany.
Rerenga Mahi: Stoa embraces minimalism, allowing players to focus fully on the game. Each piece is easily recognizable and comfortable to hold, with weighted bases and leather pads for stability. Its clear, uncluttered forms prevent distraction, making moves precise and enjoyable. The premium finish enhances both visual appeal and tactile experience, creating a more immersive and satisfying chess experience.
Ngā Mema o te Rōpū: Fabian Haydt
Whakamana Whakaahua: Svarv Studio