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Meama Dropper Coffee Capsules Vending by Tornike Chelidze

Meama Dropper Coffee Capsules Vending

Golden A' Design Award Winner 2021

Tornike Chelidze's Meama Dropper Coffee Capsules Vending presents a striking duality of material expression, positioning two structurally identical dispensing units in harmonious bilateral symmetry against a backdrop of vertical oak slats that echo the linear rhythm of the design itself. The composition divides precisely at center, with the left unit rendered in cool cement gray suggesting industrial modernity and mineral weight, while the right unit glows with warm honey-toned oak suggesting organic warmth and craft tradition. Each unit features a transparent glass vitrine housing vertical transparent tubes containing stacked coffee capsules in chromatic sequences—deep forest greens, terracotta oranges, soft blush pinks, and rich burgundies—creating a mesmerizing display of chromatic abundance that transforms functional product storage into visual spectacle. The horizontal stratification of the base pedestals, articulated through stepped planes resembling geological strata or modernist architectural vocabulary, anchors each unit with gravitational stability while the diamond-shaped dispensing apertures create focal points of geometric precision. Natural illumination enters from the right, casting soft gradations across surfaces and revealing the tactile contrast between rough-cast concrete and smooth-sanded timber. The background architectural context features perforated dark metal panels forming a diagonal staircase element that introduces dynamic triangulation against the dominant verticality, while flanking potted plants with lush schefflera foliage provide organic softening. The polished concrete floor reflects subtle luminosity, extending the spatial depth and contributing to an atmosphere of contemporary sophistication. This composition operates within traditions of contemporary retail design and premium product presentation, evoking affinities with Scandinavian material honesty, Japanese attention to craft detail, and minimalist spatial philosophies that celebrate the inherent beauty of well-considered materials and proportional relationships.

Dropper is an innovative vending machine for coffee capsules - with a distinctive design that follows Meama’s Head Office design concept. Dropper is presented in two visuals - concrete and wood. Customers have the opportunity to match them with different interiors. Dropper’s upper section’s transparent design allows the customers to view all six cylinders filled with various coffee capsules, which makes it easier to choose their preferable flavor. In addition to its ease of use and design, Dropper is energy efficient and eco-friendly.