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DOSTLUK.
Dostluk Set.
A Turkish Coffee set that exemplifies the treasure that is a friendship between two individuals.
Role
Product Designer
Duration
5 Weeks (2023)
Type
Consumer Goods?
Turkish coffee Culture.
This labor-of-love beverage is often shared in company with a friend or loved one. A Turkish proverb states that "a conversation over a good cup of Turkish coffee will last you 40 years".
Dostluk (noun)
friendliness, camaraderie, amity, attachment, good fellowship
Components in a Turkish Coffee Set.
Cezve
(400-600 mL.)
Traditionally made from a conductive material like metal in order to disperse the heat evenly when brewing over a stove
Coffee Cups
(75-100 mL.)
Small portions, traditionally made from porcelain with a metal cover.
Water Glasses
(200-300 mL.)
Turkish coffee is commonly served with water, though many sets do not include a designated glass for water. This feature is implemented into the Dostluk set to ensure the a premium experience.
Candy Dish
Turkish delights are commonly paired with Turkish coffee to balance the bitterness of the coffee with the sweetness of a candied treat.
Aesthetic Inspiration
Clean lines for main forms with subtle detail.
Contrasting materiality (glass and metal).
Warm & inviting color pallet.
Sketch Ideation
Cezve
Water & Coffee Cups
Turkish Delight Dish
Low Fidelity Models
First Generation 2D models.
Fastest mock up to experiment with proportions for multiple concepts.
Second Generation 3D Models.
Chosen concept, exploring ergonomics and sizing in 3 dimension.
Materiality Exploration in CAD
Creating the set in Fusion 360 and experimenting with color and materiality, while using the proportions defined in earlier models.
High Fidelity White Models
By creating white models of each set piece in order to study the ergonomics and silhouette of each piece without the distraction of color or materiality.
Process:
Using automotive putty and primer, the 3D printed models were repeatedly step sanded and primed to achieve a near flawless finish before the final coat of matte white spray paint.
Contoured cezve handle for better control while pouring.
Cup proportions and grip.
Glass dish nests comfortably in a fitted brass holder.
DOSTLUK.
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