Sculptural yet functional, Cove is more than a kitchen island. It is an architectural statement — a monobloc volume defined by the kind of fluid geometry that has come to embody the legacy of Zaha Hadid. With a continuous, curved silhouette that flows without interruption, Cove transforms the kitchen into a dynamic and welcoming space — a setting not just for food preparation, but for social connection, performance, and visual impact.
Zaha Hadid, one of the most influential figures in contemporary architecture and design, left behind a legacy defined by fluidity, experimentation, and visionary form-making. Known for pushing the boundaries of spatial perception, her work embraced movement, asymmetry, and a dynamic interplay between structure and sculpture. With the Zaha Hadid Design studio continuing her philosophy, the Cove Kitchen is a natural extension of her approach — where everyday objects become powerful architectural gestures.
The island’s minimal surface is punctuated by seamless transitions and ergonomic recesses, reflecting the studio’s unique ability to reconcile expressive form with practical utility. Though rooted in formal simplicity, the result is anything but conventional. Its expressive presence feels at once sculptural and rational, futuristic yet calm.
The 2024 iteration introduces new materiality to the piece — most notably spatula-applied clay, which adds tactile depth and a handcrafted quality to the smooth curvature of the volume. This subtle, matte texture contrasts with the precision of the form, creating a compelling dialogue between material and geometry, craft and innovation.
Cove stands as a testament to Boffi’s ethos of embracing the avant-garde while honoring the values of craftsmanship and refined detail. It is also a tribute to the enduring influence of Zaha Hadid’s design philosophy — one that challenges static norms and embraces flow, movement, and emotional resonance in every spatial element.
Receiving the Archiproducts Design Award marks not only a recognition of formal excellence but also a celebration of the kitchen as a site of creativity, architecture, and experiential living. With Cove, the domestic environment becomes a space for design to speak boldly, without compromise.
