"TRAGA is known for "redefining core utility objects," with a particular focus on glassware. Its name, TRAGA, comes from a Slavic word meaning "trace" - the act of leaving a mark. It's a fitting idea for a brand centered on objects that linger long after use, like the faint imprint a glass leaves on a tablecloth after a cozy evening. Though TRAGA often leans into Brutalist sensibilities, the Mario Mug taps into its more whimsical side."
"Named in homage to Mario Bellini, the mug draws inspiration from his 1980s tea and coffee set, where an inclined handle challenged convention. TRAGA carries that spirit forward, offering a fresh, contemporary take on Bellini's bold design move. "At TRAGA, our approach is simple: take everyday objects and reimagine them with a twist," shares Nikolovski. "The idea for Mario Mug came from the classic ceramic mug - we just tilted the handle. It's a small gesture, but it completely changes how the object feels.""
Designer Daniel Nikolovski, founder of Milanese brand TRAGA, created the Mario Mug featuring a tilted tubular handle that alters the drinking experience. TRAGA focuses on redefining core utility objects, with a particular emphasis on glassware, and its name derives from a Slavic word meaning "trace." The mug pays homage to Mario Bellini's 1980s tea and coffee set by adopting an inclined handle while presenting a contemporary interpretation of that bold gesture. Crafted from temperature-resistant borosilicate glass and hand-finished, the 320 ml mug is available in clear, lilac with a white handle, and green with a black handle. Transparency highlights the beverage inside and the angled handles enable neat stacking and a playful visual rhythm.
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