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During the pandemic, face masks became an indispensable item when going out. However, the mask designs on the market only satisfied functional aspects and were not suitable for special occasions. With the desire to create a mask suitable for attending weddings or celebratory events, Japanese designer Yuriko Wada created the Origami Mask.
This mask design is inspired by the art of origami, combined with the traditional Japanese washi paper material. The product is "decorated" with gold leaf at the folds and can be easily folded and stored.
Instead of being glued or sewn, the mask is designed to create a three-dimensional dome, leaving space around the mouth when both ends of the straps are pulled. The washi paper material is breathable and soft, providing comfort for the user.
Yuriko Wada's innovative design won the Silver award in the Fashion and Accessories Design category of the A' Design 2020-2021 competition.
The A' Design Award & Competition is a leading international award in the field of design, established in 2009, to honor the best architectural and creative design works of the year. With over 100 different categories, entries can be submitted in groups such as: interior design, decorative and household items; interior space and exhibition design; packaging design; fashion and accessories design, etc.
The works were selected by a prestigious international jury comprising leading designers, critics, influential journalists, academics, and prominent business leaders.
Additional information
Registration is now open for the A' Design Award & Competition 2021-2022. Interested designers, artists, architects, and businesses can register and submit their entries.here, which includes full details such as: evaluation criteria, important deadlines, list of jury members, registration form and guidelines for presenting the work.
