{"product_id":"the-puzzle-designer-series-volume-i","title":"The Puzzle Designer Series: Volume I","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eDiscover a special limited-edition collection of collectible mechanical puzzles created by some of the world’s most respected puzzle designers and master makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eThe Puzzle Designer Series: Volume I was carefully curated to showcase four remarkable puzzles that each represent a completely different approach to mechanical puzzle design. Together, these creations highlight the artistry, engineering, and creativity that made their designers legendary within the mechanical puzzle community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eFrom elegant metal mechanisms and mathematical precision to handcrafted Japanese puzzle boxes, every puzzle in this collection delivers a unique tactile and intellectual experience designed to challenge, surprise, and reward curious minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ykmvk1\" data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eFirst Cross\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10c3i50\" data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eDesigned by Wil Strijbos - The Netherlands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vhb9w9\" data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e3.5\/5 - Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kubiyagames.com\/products\/first-cross-premium-metal-puzzle\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFirst Cross\u003c\/a\u003e is one of Wil Strijbos’ most iconic mechanical puzzle designs, celebrated for its deceptively simple appearance and deeply satisfying mechanical solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003eAt first glance, the puzzle appears minimal and straightforward, but hidden beneath its industrial form lies a carefully engineered interaction that rewards experimentation, patience, and logical thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eLike many of Strijbos’ creations, the challenge comes from understanding the mechanism itself rather than relying on brute force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ud17o7\" data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003eAbout the Designer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003eWil Strijbos is widely regarded as one of the most influential mechanical puzzle designers in the world. His puzzles are known for combining elegant engineering, originality, and playful deception into unforgettable solving experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15dwgih\" data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eWhy It’s Part of This Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2836\"\u003eFirst Cross represents the spirit of modern collectible mechanical puzzles: intelligent, minimalist, mechanically sophisticated, and deeply rewarding once solved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"udz8se\" data-start=\"2843\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eAndromeda\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"89dq0j\" data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003eDesigned by George I. Bell\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vhb9w9\" data-start=\"2888\" data-end=\"2909\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003e3\/5 - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kubiyagames.com\/products\/andromeda-unique-six-piece-burr-puzzle\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAndromeda \u003c\/a\u003eis a remarkable puzzle that blends mathematical precision with elegant mechanical interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3334\"\u003eKnown for creating highly original and intellectually challenging designs, George I. Bell approaches puzzle creation through geometry, structure, and carefully balanced logic. Andromeda reflects this philosophy perfectly, offering a challenge that feels thoughtful, refined, and beautifully constructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3471\"\u003eThe puzzle rewards observation, spatial reasoning, and persistence, gradually revealing its internal logic through careful interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ud17o7\" data-start=\"3473\" data-end=\"3495\"\u003eAbout the Designer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003eGeorge I. Bell is a highly respected puzzle designer known internationally for his inventive mechanical puzzles and geometric problem-solving concepts. His work is admired by collectors for its originality and intellectual depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15dwgih\" data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3763\"\u003eWhy It’s Part of This Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3905\"\u003eAndromeda adds a strong mathematical and conceptual dimension to the collection while showcasing George Bell’s distinctive design philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"kihizi\" data-start=\"3912\" data-end=\"3933\"\u003eTitan Brass Puzzle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"re3cc0\" data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"3977\"\u003eDesigned by Felix Ure - London, England\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vhb9w9\" data-start=\"3979\" data-end=\"4000\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4016\"\u003e3.5\/5 - Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4123\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kubiyagames.com\/products\/titan-brass-puzzle-by-felix-ure\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTitan Brass Puzzle by Felix Ure\u003c\/a\u003e combines precision engineering with minimalist industrial aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4125\" data-end=\"4378\"\u003eBeautifully machined from solid brass, the puzzle conceals a sophisticated mechanical interaction beneath its clean and elegant form. Every movement feels deliberate and refined, creating a tactile experience that rewards patience and careful reasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4477\"\u003eIts weight, finish, and mechanical precision make it especially satisfying to handle and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ud17o7\" data-start=\"4479\" data-end=\"4501\"\u003eAbout the Designer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4502\" data-end=\"4690\"\u003eFelix Ure is a highly respected British mechanical puzzle designer known for creating premium metal puzzles focused on precision movement, clean engineering, and elegant mechanical design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15dwgih\" data-start=\"4692\" data-end=\"4728\"\u003eWhy It’s Part of This Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4729\" data-end=\"4863\"\u003eThe Titan Brass Puzzle represents modern mechanical craftsmanship at its finest and adds a bold industrial presence to the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gu6syt\" data-start=\"4870\" data-end=\"4893\"\u003eExpansion Puzzle Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vwb3fa\" data-start=\"4894\" data-end=\"4953\"\u003eDesigned by Akio Kamei - Karakuri Creation Group, Japan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vhb9w9\" data-start=\"4955\" data-end=\"4976\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4977\" data-end=\"4992\"\u003e3\/5 - Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4994\" data-end=\"5179\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan by legendary puzzle artist Akio Kamei, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kubiyagames.com\/products\/karakuri-expansion-puzzle-box-new-version\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExpansion Puzzle Box\u003c\/a\u003e demonstrates the elegance and subtle craftsmanship that made Karakuri puzzle boxes famous worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5181\" data-end=\"5444\"\u003eBeautifully crafted from fine wood with extraordinary attention to detail, the box hides its mechanism behind smooth movements and carefully concealed interactions. Solving it requires intuition, observation, and a delicate understanding of movement and sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5446\" data-end=\"5563\"\u003eThe transformation of the box itself creates a solving experience that feels both magical and mechanically brilliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ud17o7\" data-start=\"5565\" data-end=\"5587\"\u003eAbout the Designer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5588\" data-end=\"5900\"\u003eAkio Kamei, founder and leader of the Karakuri Creation Group, is considered one of the most important figures in modern puzzle box craftsmanship. His work combines traditional Japanese woodworking with innovative mechanical concepts that have become highly collectible among puzzle enthusiasts around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15dwgih\" data-start=\"5902\" data-end=\"5938\"\u003eWhy It’s Part of This Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5939\" data-end=\"6126\"\u003eThe Expansion Puzzle Box introduces warmth, artistry, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship into the collection while showcasing one of the most respected names in puzzle design history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"86tqii\" data-start=\"6133\" data-end=\"6176\"\u003eA Celebration of Legendary Puzzle Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6178\" data-end=\"6303\"\u003eThe Puzzle Designer Series: Volume I was assembled to showcase multiple forms of collectible puzzle craftsmanship, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6304\" data-end=\"6474\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vss3j9\" data-start=\"6304\" data-end=\"6340\"\u003ePrecision-engineered metal puzzles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mylh4s\" data-start=\"6341\" data-end=\"6369\"\u003eMathematical puzzle design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ntmrio\" data-start=\"6370\" data-end=\"6405\"\u003eSequential mechanical interaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hzrjup\" data-start=\"6406\" data-end=\"6444\"\u003eHandcrafted Japanese puzzle artistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l46ks8\" data-start=\"6445\" data-end=\"6474\"\u003eRare collectible mechanisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6476\" data-end=\"6644\"\u003eTogether, these puzzles create a highly curated experience designed for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate originality, craftsmanship, and mechanical creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kubiya Puzzles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43105459142865,"sku":"KGUK2033","price":2361.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0512\/5039\/7393\/files\/PuzzleDesignerSeries.jpg?v=1779892188","url":"https:\/\/kubiyagames.com\/en-ae\/products\/the-puzzle-designer-series-volume-i","provider":"Kubiya Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}