Upcycled Echo Keramični zvočnik – avtor Chao Yang and Yang Xiang

Delo Upcycled Echo Keramični zvočnik avtorja Chao Yang and Yang Xiang je izjemno cenjeni dobitnik prestižne nagrade 2026 Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award v tekmovalni kategoriji Oblikovanje izdelkov za dom.

SrebrnaIzdelki za dom· 2026

Upcycled Echo Keramični zvočnik

avtor/ica: Chao Yang and Yang Xiang

Naročnik: Beihang University

Dobitnik nagrade Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award v kategoriji Izdelki za dom

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Preverite status nagrade za #181229

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Dizajn

O dizajnu Upcycled Echo Keramični zvočnik

Upcycled Echo je serija keramičnih pametnih zvočnikov, izdelanih iz zavrženih keramičnih nalepk. V Jingdezhenu vsako leto zavržejo približno 5 odstotkov keramičnih nalepk. Te ponovno pridobljene nalepke so razrezane, na novo sestavljene in nameščene kot kolaž na vzdržljive porcelanaste lupine, nato pa z visoko natančnostjo žgane, da se zaščiti površina. Vgrajene visokozmogljive zvočne komponente zagotavljajo uravnotežen zvok, zvočniki pa se povezujejo s pametnimi telefoni za predvajanje glasbe in glasovno interakcijo. Zasnova zmanjšuje industrijske odpadke ter povezuje keramično tradicijo s sodobno avdio tehnologijo.

Priznanje

O nagradi Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award

Upcycled Echo Keramični zvočnik je prejemnik Srebrne nagrade A' Design Award, izjemno prestižnega priznanja, ki se podeljuje čudovitim, impresivnim vrhunskim oblikovanjem. Prejemniki Srebrne nagrade so izjemno briljantna in zelo ustvarjalna dela, ki ponazarjajo izjemno strokovnost, talent in bistrost svojih oblikovalcev. Od Upcycled Echo Keramični zvočnik se pričakuje, da bo čudovito, zgledno delo, opazno profesionalno in globoko inovativno. To oblikovanje, nagrajeno s Srebrno nagrado A' Design Award, je zelo opazen, občudovan izum, ki koristi in premika meje umetnosti, znanosti, oblikovanja in tehnologije. Upcycled Echo Keramični zvočnik je stvaritev, ki ji mnogi zavidajo, ki prebuja želje, prinaša pozitivna čustva in vzbuja začudenje in občudovanje.

V ozadju dizajna

Komplet za medije

Zasluge, člani ekipe in tehnične podrobnosti, ki jih je posredoval oblikovalec.

Edinstvene lastnosti: This design transforms discarded ceramic decals into handcrafted HiFi ceramic speakers through artistic collage. By upcycling industrial waste, it reduces environmental impact while creating unique surfaces and strong cultural identity. Integrating durable ceramic craftsmanship with modern acoustic technology, it delivers high-quality sound and meaningful sustainable value.
Dimenzije in embalaža: 50 x 50 mm x 60 mm
Oznake: Ceramic Speakers, Smart Audio, HiFi Sound, Upcycled Materials, Sustainability, Jingdezhen Ceramic, Handcrafted Collage, Cultural Heritage, Interactive Design, Eco-friendly Design
Proizvodna tehnologija: The speakers are handcrafted from reclaimed ceramic decals, which are cut, recombined, and collaged onto durable porcelain shells. High-precision ceramic firing ensures surface integrity, while integrated HiFi components provide balanced acoustic performance. The process merges traditional ceramic craftsmanship with modern audio engineering, enabling compact, ergonomic, and visually unique speakers that combine sustainability, aesthetics, and functionality.
Oblikovalski izziv: The main challenge was transforming discarded ceramic decals into functional, aesthetic HiFi speakers. Internally, we balanced tradition, cultural motifs, and modern design. Externally, constraints included industrial waste quality, material durability, and integrating audio technology. Overcoming these required iterative prototyping, precise collage techniques, and collaboration with local artisans to merge craftsmanship, sustainability, and high-quality sound.
Raziskave: This design research is a sustainability-driven, applied study aiming to reduce ceramic decal waste and explore cultural innovation. Using field surveys, interviews with Jingdezhen artisans, and analysis of industrial waste data, we identified that about 5% of decals are discarded annually. Experiments with collage techniques and prototype speakers demonstrated functional, artistic upcycling. The insights show that combining tradition with modern technology can create socially and environmentally responsible products, impacting design, culture, and sustainable business practices.
Inspiracija: Inspired by Jingdezhen’s ceramic industry, where about 5% of decals are discarded annually, this project transforms waste into artistic HiFi speakers. Recombining and handcrafting motifs merges traditional ceramic heritage with modern design, promoting sustainability, cultural preservation, and playful, meaningful interaction.
Trajanje projekta: The project started in April 2025 in Jingdezhen and finished in September 2025 in Jingdezhen.
Potek delovanja: This is a series of ceramic smart speakers that connect to smartphones, delivering high-fidelity (HiFi) music playback and voice interaction, providing users with a versatile audio experience.
Člani ekipe: Designer: Chao Yang
Designer: Yang Xiang
Designer: Qiang Sun
Designer: Chunlong Xiang
Zasluge za slike: Image #Main Image: Designer Chao Yang, Upcycled Echo, 2025.
Image #1: Designer Chun Long, Upcycled Echo, 2025.
Image #2: Designer Qiang Sun, Upcycled Echo, 2025.
Image #3: Designer Chao Yang, Upcycled Echo, 2025.
Image #4: Designer Chao Yang, Upcycled Echo, 2025.