Nikita Konkin, a Moscow-based designer, has revolutionized pasta packaging with a design that is as simple as it is innovative. The unique properties of this design lie in its use of the strands and shapes of pasta to create an engaging series of packaging. The design is not only visually appealing but also communicates the high-quality and naturalness of the pasta it contains.
The inspiration for this design, according to Konkin, came from a personal place. While working on the packaging, he was in love, and this emotion may have influenced his creative process. Regardless of its source, the design certainly brings a good mood to people with good taste, as Konkin intended.
The packaging was realized using paper and plastic, with specific dimensions for each package. The sizes range from 75mmx25mmx270mm to 150mmx80mmx200mm, accommodating different pasta shapes and sizes. The design's simplicity and humor are reflected in its tags, which include "Simple," "Nice," "Funny," "Pasta," "Hair," "Healthy," "Tasty," and "Delicious."
The project, which started in 2015 and concluded in 2016, faced the challenge of starting production. However, the end result was well worth the effort. The design has not only made buying pasta more fun but also earned Konkin the Golden A' Packaging Design Award in 2017. This award is granted to marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creations that advance art, science, design, and technology.
The intellectual property rights for this innovative design belong to Nikita Konkin. The design's success is a testament to Konkin's creativity and his ability to transform a common product into a piece of art. It's a reminder that design can be found in the most unexpected places, and that even the simplest of items can be transformed into something extraordinary with a bit of creativity and innovation.
Project Designers: Nikita Konkin
Image Credits: Nikita Konkin
Project Team Members: Nikita Konkin
Project Name: Pasta Nikita
Project Client: Nikita Konkin