Gold Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design · 2026
Zoey Drinkware
by Ozlem Sahin
- A' Design Award 2026 Gold Winner in Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design
- Awarded April 15, 2026
- CLIENT: Lav
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About Zoey Drinkware
Zoey is a glassware collection designed for everyday use. The collection includes a whiskey tumbler, two long drink glasses, and a tea glass with a matching saucer. The design is inspired by the vertical forms of Gothic architecture and the geometry of rib vaults. Engraved lines cross each surface and create a subtle play of light. The pieces are made from soda lime glass using the press blown technique. Controlled forming gives balanced wall thickness for durability and a comfortable grip. Zoey brings an architectural character to the table setting.
Zoey Drinkware by Gürok exemplifies the intersection of functional innovation and aesthetic refinement that characterizes the finest contemporary tableware design. The distinctive double-walled construction visible in these faceted vessels represents both thermal engineering achievement and visual poetry, creating an ethereal floating effect where the vibrant coral beverage appears suspended within crystalline geometry. This design approach draws upon modernist traditions of revealing structural honesty while simultaneously creating optical delight, the inner wall holding liquid while the outer faceted form transforms ordinary refreshment into visual spectacle. The angular faceting introduces a geometric vocabulary that distinguishes these vessels from conventional rounded drinkware, suggesting influences from both Art Deco prismatic forms and contemporary Scandinavian design minimalism. Technical accomplishment manifests in the precise execution of the double-wall seal, the consistent facet angles, and the optical clarity that allows complete appreciation of beverage color and carbonation. The presentation context, thoughtfully arranged with complementary organic elements including fresh citrus and aromatic rosemary, demonstrates how considered design elevates quotidian ritual to sensory ceremony. The warm coral liquid harmonizes with the equally warm surrounding elements, creating chromatic cohesion that speaks to both the photographer's skill and the vessel's versatility as a canvas for colorful beverages. Beyond mere containment, these glasses propose that drinking becomes an aesthetic experience, that the vessel shapes not only the liquid but the moment itself. One might contemplate how functional objects, when designed with such intentionality, transform routine hydration into mindful appreciation of form, color, light, and the fleeting pleasures of everyday life.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- The Zoey collection is a modern glassware family inspired by the elegant vertical forms of Gothic architecture. The engraved surface lines give each piece a refined character while creating a subtle play of light. The collection includes one whiskey tumbler, two long drink glasses, and a tea glass with a matching saucer. Perfectly suited for everyday enjoyment, Zoey adds a touch of graceful sophistication to any table setting.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Whiskey glass: H:86mm R:82mm, Long Drink Glass 1: H:130mm R:72mm, Long Drink Glass 2: H:150mm R:75mm, Tea glass: H:95mm R:59mm, Tea Saucer: H:15mm R:124mm.
- Tags
- Drinkware, Gothic, Architecture, Glassware, Tableware
- Production Technology
- Zoey is produced from soda lime glass using the press blown technique, a process that ensures precision, consistency, and high quality results in production. The carefully controlled forming achieves optimal wall thickness and balance, providing both durability and a comfortable feel in daily use. Each piece is designed to showcase light, texture, and form while maintaining stability and ease of handling. The result is a collection that transforms architectural elegance into a tactile experience, blending visual sophistication with everyday practicality.
- Design Challenge
- Creating the Zoey collection presented the challenge of transforming Gothic architectural motifs into contemporary glassware that reflects both the strength and refined elegance of Gothic design. Preserving the expressive visual presence of these elements while achieving comfort, balance, and manufacturability was central to the design process. Multiple iterations with press blown glass techniques were necessary to perfect proportions and clean geometries. Zoey results in a distinctive, sophisticated collection that is visually compelling and fully suited for mass production.
- Project Duration
- The project which started in February 2024, was completed in January 2025 and exhibited at the 2025 Ambiente fair.
- Operation Flow
- The Zoey collection draws its expressive character from the vertical rhythm of Gothic architecture, a motif celebrated for harmony, height, and quiet drama. These repeating lines guide the eye upward, creating a graceful sense of movement that feels both structured and poetic. The refined geometry of design not only enhances its sculptural presence but also supports a natural interaction, allowing the hand to find a steady and intuitive grip. Balanced proportions ensure a smooth flow in everyday use, making each piece feel familiar, comfortable, and effortlessly integrated into daily rituals.
- Research
- The project aimed to translate the expressive character of Gothic architecture into a contemporary glassware collection that combines aesthetic refinement with everyday usability. Research into the vertical rhythm and structural harmony of Gothic structures guided the design toward a form conveying height, lightness, and understated strength. Inspired by the repeated arrangement of architectural lines, multiple variations in line spacing, proportions, and engraving depth were explored to achieve a balanced, coherent identity. The Zoey collection transforms architectural elegance into a tactile, modern experience, bringing poetic structure and refined simplicity to daily rituals.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the timeless grace of Gothic forms, particularly the intricate and striking geometry of rib vaults, Zoey combines architectural precision with modern simplicity. Each piece transforms everyday moments into refined experiences, bringing subtle elegance and a sense of architectural harmony to the table.
- Image Credits
- Copyright 2023 Gürok Turizm ve Madencilik A.Ş
- Patents
- Copyright 2023 Gürok Turizm ve Madencilik A.Ş