Revolutionizing Writing: The Full Ballpoint Pen

Lei Wang and Song Liu's Award-Winning Design Merges Function and Aesthetics

The Full Ballpoint Pen is part of a series of products that carry the design language of "hollow out". This design breaks the boundary between the inside and outside of the pen, integrating the inner part that supports the writing function with the hand-holding part through a hollow section. This unique feature provides a fresh experience for users, allowing them to perceive the relationship between the inside and outside of the pen.

Constructed from aerospace alloy material, the Full Ballpoint Pen showcases industrial beauty. The pen is formed through a series of processes including CNC milling, surface blasting, and oxidation. A slender hollow is milled on the body, revealing the Schneider metal refill inside. This hollow is cleverly designed to avoid the finger contact area when holding the pen, striking a balance between beauty and ergonomics.

The Full Ballpoint Pen is not just about aesthetics. The designers have also considered functionality. The pen's opening shuttle shape divides the interaction area between the finger and the pen body when held. The pen's weight has been reduced to just 19 grams, effectively controlling the weight. The hollow part in the middle also prevents the pen from rolling when laid flat. The color of the refill can be intuitively learned through the ribbon of the refill, and the inner movement of the refill can be seen when the tip of the pen is rotated.

The design project started in April 2017 in Beijing and was completed in August 2017. The designers explored the relationship between the inside and outside of the pen, interpreting these two relationships through the metaphor of design. They also invited participants to participate in sensory and human-factor testing to evaluate the design elements such as the product's shape and mechanism.

One of the major challenges the designers faced was balancing the expression of ergonomic factors and design concepts. They had to carefully consider the size and shape of the interaction surface between the fingers and the pen to meet comfortable requirements. Despite these challenges, Lei Wang and Song Liu have successfully created a product that is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.

In conclusion, the Full Ballpoint Pen by Lei Wang and Song Liu is a testament to the power of innovative design. It is a product that challenges traditional boundaries, offering a fresh user experience while maintaining functionality. With its award-winning design, the Full Ballpoint Pen is set to redefine the way we think about everyday objects like pens.