Platinum A' Design Award Winner 2025
Aurzen Design Team's Tri Fold Portable Projector emerges against a neutral lavender-gray gradient field that establishes an atmosphere of technological refinement and contemporary minimalism, the device captured in a dynamic three-quarter aerial perspective that reveals its ingenious tri-fold mechanical architecture in full deployment, with three distinct rectangular panels articulated at precise angles suggesting both origami-inspired engineering and the kinetic elegance of a butterfly mid-flight. The uppermost panel, rendered in deep graphite with subtle metallic silver edge banding, houses the optical projection element—a luminous cyan-blue lens aperture that serves as the compositional focal point, its cool cerulean glow creating chromatic tension against the predominantly neutral palette of gunmetal gray, charcoal, and brushed aluminum surfaces. The middle panel displays the product nomenclature in sans-serif typography, while the lowermost segment bears an inspirational inscription along its beveled edge, adding textual hierarchy to the visual composition. The figure-ground relationship demonstrates masterful negative space utilization, with the device floating dynamically against the seamless background, casting no visible shadow yet maintaining convincing three-dimensional presence through careful tonal gradation across each panel's surface. Leading lines created by the angular fold geometry direct visual attention upward toward the illuminated lens, while the asymmetrical balance achieves dynamic equilibrium through the counterweighting of the extended upper projection module against the broader base panels. Surface treatment reveals a sophisticated interplay between matte and satin finishes, with ventilation grilles introducing rhythmic linear texture to the otherwise smooth planar surfaces. The chromatic scheme adheres to a near-monochromatic harmony of cool neutrals punctuated solely by the technological blue of the active lens element, evoking associations with premium consumer electronics and aerospace-grade precision. Edge transitions between panels demonstrate crisp, machined precision while maintaining visual softness through the diffused studio lighting that wraps each form with gentle graduated tonality.
Aurzen Zip was inspired by the Aurzen team's challenging camping projection experience, where poor network signals, unstable brackets, and cumbersome setups highlighted the need for improvement. The frustrating experience led to the creation of Zip's innovative tri-fold design and advanced projection technology. Compact and lightweight when folded, it’s perfect for travel, outdoor use, or home entertainment. One-click screen mirroring casts content without Wi-Fi. The built-in battery lasts 1.5 hours, and Type-C PD fast charging replenishes power quickly.