Platinum A' Design Award Winner 2025
Aurzen Design Team's Aurzen Zip Tri Fold Portable Projector represents a significant achievement in contemporary portable electronics design, demonstrating how thoughtful engineering can transform utilitarian technology into an object of considered aesthetic merit. The tri-fold configuration draws upon traditions of space-efficient design that span from traditional folding screens and portable writing desks to modern laptop engineering, yet advances these precedents through the integration of projection capabilities within an remarkably compact form factor. The design team appears to have approached the challenge of miniaturization not merely as a technical constraint but as an opportunity for formal innovation, resulting in a device whose deployed state possesses sculptural presence transcending pure functionality. The material palette of graphite polymer housings with brushed metallic accents suggests influence from premium smartphone and tablet design conventions, while the ventilation grille treatment introduces industrial character reminiscent of professional audio equipment. Particularly noteworthy is the chromatic restraint exercised throughout—the singular accent of illuminated cyan at the projection lens creates a focal hierarchy that guides user attention toward the device's essential function while establishing brand identity through technological luminosity. The inclusion of motivational text along the lower edge introduces an unexpected humanistic dimension, suggesting the designers conceived this object not merely as a tool but as a companion for creative endeavors and shared experiences. The floating presentation against an ethereal gradient background positions the projector within visual traditions of aspirational product photography, inviting viewers to imagine the possibilities this portable cinema might enable in their own lives.
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.