Unico Multifunctionele Wijnstopper door Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini

Het ontwerp Unico Multifunctionele Wijnstopper door Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini is een hoog aangeschreven winnaar van de zeer prestigieuze 2025 A' Design Award in Brons in de competitiecategorie Bakgerei, Serviesgoed, Drinkgerei en Kookgerei Ontwerp.

BronsKeukengerei· 2025

Unico Multifunctionele Wijnstopper

door Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini

Opdrachtgever: Pour Different

Winnaar van de A' Design Award in Brons in de categorie Keukengerei

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Het Ontwerp

Over Unico Multifunctionele Wijnstopper

Unico is een multifunctionele wijnstopper die wijnaccessoires herdefiniëert met zes geïntegreerde functies. Naast een lekvrije schenktuit, stromingsregelaar en directe wijnbeluchter, introduceert het drie exclusieve innovaties: Easy Open voor moeiteloos gebruik, Safety Stop om morsen te voorkomen, en een NFC-ondersteunde standaard voor toegang tot voortdurend evoluerende wijngerelateerde content. Geproduceerd via SLS 3D-printing, maakt het snel maatwerk mogelijk, zelfs bij kleine series, wat unieke ontwerpen met korte productietijden garandeert.

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Over de A' Design Award in Brons

Unico Multifunctionele Wijnstopper is winnaar van de A' Design Award in Brons, een hoogst prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan uitstekende ontwerpen die zich onderscheiden door creativiteit, vindingrijkheid en scherpzinnigheid. Winnaars in Brons zijn ruimschoots vaardige en opvallend creatieve artefacten die de grote ervaring, verbeelding en het vernuft van hun ontwerpers bevestigen. Unico Multifunctionele Wijnstopper wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerd, bewonderd en gekoesterd object te zijn dat opmerkelijk professioneel en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in Brons heeft gewonnen, verwerkt de beste praktijken in kunst, wetenschap, ontwerp en technologie en is uitstekend door zijn aandacht voor detail. Unico Multifunctionele Wijnstopper bevredigt schitterend behoeften, raakt verlangens, charmeert gevoelens en spreekt de nieuwsgierigheid aan.

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Unieke Eigenschappen: Unico combines six functions in a single solution. In addition to being a drip-free pourer, flow reducer, and instant wine aerator, it introduces three exclusive innovations: Easy Open, allowing you to open and close the bottle without removing it; Safety Stop, the first system that seals the bottle in case of accidental tipping; and a smart stand with integrated NFC, providing access to exclusive wine-related content simply by bringing your smartphone close.
Afmetingen & Verpakking: Length 25 mm
Width 25 mm
Height 100 mm
Tags: stopper, winestopper, winetool, wine
Productietechnologie: Unico was developed through an iterative design process combining advanced engineering, digital fabrication, and user-centered research. Produced via SLS 3D printing, it integrates PA12 nylon, food-grade silicone, stainless steel, and neodymium magnets for durability and performance. 3D printing enables rapid customization, even for small batches, allowing unique designs tailored to specific needs. All this is complemented by NFC integration, enhancing interactivity and making Unico a wine stopper bridging tradition and innovation.
Ontwerpuitdaging: The project was conceived with the ambition of integrating all the most sought-after functions in the industry into a single tool. Its functional complexity and intricate geometries were made possible through laser sintering 3D printing.
In addition to reducing production waste by over 40% compared to traditional manufacturing methods, this technology is the only one capable of creating the complex internal geometries that would otherwise be impossible to achieve.
Onderzoek: The research began with a market analysis to understand wine enthusiasts' needs and accessory limitations. The goal was to create a multifunctional stopper without compromising aesthetics or practicality. Using an iterative approach with tests and simulations, we optimized design and functionality. Surveys, sommelier interviews, and user testing validated comfort and efficiency. The integrated NFC enhances interactivity, impacting product innovation and functional design evolution.
Inspiratie: Unico is not only an elegant synthesis of innovation but a tribute to the essence of wine itself. Inspired by its deep cultural heritage and the rituals of sharing, Unico enhances both the serving and tasting experience while fostering the exchange of knowledge and stories about wine. Every design choice reflects the fluidity and refinement of wine, blending tradition and technology into a seamless interaction that connects people through a shared passion.
Projectduur: Born in Florence in December 2023, the project was recognized among the best Italian design projects of 2024 by the ADI Design Index, earning a nomination for the Compasso d’Oro 2026. It was exhibited at the ADI Design Museum in Milan and Spazio WeGil in Rome between October and November 2024. Unico is also the winner of the 2025 Global Design Awards in Hong Kong. Developed through extensive research and innovation, it embodies a balance of functionality and aesthetics, setting a new standard in contemporary design and redefining the user experience.
Werkproces: Once applied to the bottle, Unico opens and closes with a simple half-turn, allowing pouring without removal. The same motion resets it if the Safety Stop is activated. During pouring, it instantly aerates the wine. After use, a 180-degree turn allows full disassembly for deep cleaning, even in the dishwasher. Its interactive stand acts as both a support and a gateway to expertly curated, AI-enhanced wine content, simply by bringing your smartphone close.
Patenten: Patent application for industrial invention. No. 102023000006048. 29/03/2023. Italy
Utility model patent application. No. 202023000001290. 29/03/20233. Italy
Teamleden: Mauro Di Girolamo
Tommaso Marzolini