Popo: A Minimalist and Emotional Tableware Design

Blending Nature and Animation in a Delightful Collection

Popo stands out from other tableware designs with its abstract and imaginative approach. The collection features tiny creatures with small legs, sitting on your table and adding a touch of whimsy to your dining experience. The transparency and lightness of the bone china material used in Popo's production further enhance its unique properties, making it a truly one-of-a-kind product.

The production process of Popo involves casting methods, using a slurry of bone china that is made from 50% bone powder of cows. The original mold is made of aluminum, machined with CNC, and subsequent molds are created using plaster. This meticulous process ensures the highest quality and precision in the final product.

Popo offers a range of items, including a soup tureen, tea pot, sugar pot, creamer, cup, and salt and pepper shakers. Each item is designed with simplicity and ergonomic principles in mind, ensuring ease of use and functionality. The center of gravity is calculated for all items, making them completely static and stable on your table.

Popo's design specifications include dimensions for each item, such as the soup tureen measuring 247mm in length, 240mm in width, and 210mm in height. The packaging dimensions are also proportional to the arrangement of the services, accommodating different quantities of items.

This innovative design project was exhibited at the International Household Appliances Exhibition in Tehran, Iran, in November 2014. Mass production of Popo began in December 2015, following positive feedback and customer satisfaction. Extensive research was conducted to optimize the design, considering market trends and customer preferences.

Despite the creative and technical challenges faced during the design process, such as deformation in the cup's edge and the stability of the small legs and hands, the designer overcame these obstacles through trial and error and meticulous attention to detail.

Popo has received recognition for its outstanding design, winning the Bronze A' Design Award in the Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware, and Cookware Design category in 2020. This prestigious award acknowledges designs that demonstrate creativity, resourcefulness, and technical excellence, contributing to improvements in quality of life.

With its unique blend of nature and animation, Popo brings joy and a touch of fantasy to your dining table. Its minimalist and emotional design, combined with the high-quality bone china material, make it a standout choice for those seeking a truly exceptional tableware collection.