SKY: A New Horizon in Fountain Pen DesignKACO's Award-Winning Design Balances Simplicity, Quality, and Innovation
SKY, a fountain pen by KACO, is a testament to the power of simplicity and innovation. This design, which won the Silver A' Design Award in 2019, is a perfect blend of ergonomic design, quality materials, and affordability. The pen's unique features and the inspiration behind its creation offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of design.
SKY is not just another fountain pen. Its unique properties set it apart from other designs in the market. Made from German Makrolon™ material and equipped with a German SCHMIDT nib, feed, and converter, the pen ensures a stable and fluent ink flow. Its triangular ergonomic design makes it comfortable to hold and easy to master the right posture. The barrel features a special buckle design for easy and accurate rotation. These features embody KACO's commitment to originality and simplicity in achieving excellence.
The inspiration for SKY came from a desire to create a simple, lightweight, yet stylish pen for everyday use. The design team at KACO drew ideas from various fairs and exhibitions, resulting in a design that strikes a balance between style, quality, and price. The pen has since become one of KACO's best sellers.
The realization of SKY involved precise injection molding and the use of high-quality materials. The pen comes in four versions, each designed to meet different requirements. Each pen is packaged in an environmentally friendly PP case, which can be reused as a storage box. The case contains the SKY fountain pen and a European standard cartridge.
The design process was not without its challenges. The team aimed to create a pen that combined good design, affordability, and high quality. This required a careful balance of aesthetics, functionality, and cost. The project, which took place over three months in Shanghai, was one of the first to be designed and manufactured by KACO.
SKY's recognition at the A' Design Award is a testament to its innovative design. The Silver A' Design Award is given to designs that demonstrate outstanding expertise and innovation. These designs are admired for their strong technical characteristics and artistic skill, and they evoke positive feelings, amazement, and wonder. The award is a fitting tribute to a design that embodies the essence of simplicity and excellence.
Project Details and Credits
Project Designers: KACO
Image Credits: KACO
Project Team Members: KACO
Project Name: Sky
Project Client: KACO