The winner entry of the Cultural Gala trophy competition by the Design Museum, Aallon kimallus represents the ups and downs often experienced in demanding creative projects. Navigating through challenges, expectations, deadlines, and budgets takes a person into a wavy ride, a ride that can be draining and exhausting. Regardless of the challenges, maintaining perseverance and direction is rewarding. The ups and downs combined create a natural balance where one can wander and contemplate the fruitful experience.

This metaphor is ultimately the core message of the concept. It is illustrated by a wavy ocean texture, brightened by a shiny golden covering. The ocean is sectioned into individual trophies that are given to the gala’s awardees. As individual trophies, each one is different from one another; together, all trophies form a continuous flowing golden ocean. The ocean is a showcase of all talent being awarded and the power of combined forces.

Design Museum's press release here

Process video can be accessed from Yle Areena here