Jurybegründung
Device, konzipiert von Victoria Fernandez und Zaur Huseyn-Zada, überzeugt durch seine Originalität und die Auseinandersetzung mit der hochaktuellen Frage nach der wachsenden Rolle künstlicher Intelligenz in unserem Alltag.
Das Projekt
Since the dawn of humanity, the kitchen has always been more than just a place to prepare meals. It was a social gathering space, where people came together around a fire, sharing stories and warmth while preparing their food. This primitive kitchen was a community hub, strengthening social bonds through shared experiences. Over time, the kitchen became a separate room in homes, equipped with the necessary tools and appliances for efficient meal preparation. However, this evolution often led to a separation between the social and culinary aspects of the kitchen. Modern open kitchen designs attempt to bridge this gap by integrating the kitchen into living spaces, reflecting our innate desire to gather. In a post-COVID era, it is more important than ever to rethink our living spaces to promote conviviality and well-being. We propose moving to a new stage with a fully autonomous kitchen integrated into a living space. This concept is based on an intelligent monolithic block (named “Device”), driven by AI, which optimizes space and manages stocks, budgets, and time. The integrated AI monitors inventory, suggests recipes based on available ingredients, and plans purchases to stay within budget, thereby reducing food waste. The Device also acts as a culinary assistant, offering detailed cooking instructions, tips, and techniques suitable for all skill levels. For those who lack time or skills, it can even take over the cooking, ensuring meals with minimal effort. After meals, it automates cleaning through its integrated systems, allowing users to relax and enjoy their time at the table. Additionally, it serves as a communication hub, enabling users to stay connected, manage appointments, and access useful information directly from the block. By freeing up the space typically occupied by a large traditional kitchen, this solution allows for the integration of an autonomous object that recedes into the background of our daily lives.Reinvesting in living spaces such as the living room and dining room restores these areas to their roles as places of relaxation and conviviality.
Biografie
Zaur Huseyn-zada, ursprünglich aus Baku, Aserbaidschan, und Victoria Fernandez, geboren in Paris, sind zwei in Paris ansässige Designer mit ergänzenden Werdegängen. Zaur hat einen Bachelor-Abschluss von der Architektur- und Bauuniversität Aserbaidschans sowie einen Master-Abschluss von der École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Lyon (ENSAL). Victoria studierte Raumdesign an der École Boulle und absolvierte einen Master in Innenarchitektur an der ESAM. Gemeinsam vereinen sie vielfältige Erfahrungen und teilen eine gemeinsame Leidenschaft für innovatives und durchdachtes Design.