Elysian Kuwintas by Britta Schwalm is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award nga Puthaw in Disenyo sa Alahas Competition Category.

PuthawAlahas· 2025

Elysian Kuwintas

by Britta Schwalm

Client: www.BrittasSchmiede.de

A' Design Award nga Puthaw Winner in Alahas Category

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The Design

About Elysian Kuwintas

Ang Elysian usa ka kuwintas nga bulawang dilaw 750 nga adunay nag-unang piraso nga adunay 11 x 7 mm nga masidlak nga berdeng turmalina ug usa ka gihubak nga perlas sa tubig-tabang. Ang kuwintas, gihimo gikan sa baga nga lingin nga alambreng bulawan, adunay saklob nga hinimo sa kamot. Ang nag-unang piraso, nga giinspirar sa Art Nouveau, naggamit sa pinong hinabi nga alambreng bulawan aron makamugna og mga elemento nga sama sa pako sa palibot sa turmalina. Ang bag-ong teknik sa paghubak sa 8 mm nga perlas nagpausbaw sa natural niining sidlak. Kining makabag-ong piraso nagdayeg sa katahom sa kinaiyahan ug sa kahanas sa paggama sa tawo.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award nga Puthaw

Elysian Kuwintas usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw, usa ka dungganon nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa maayong mga disenyo nga nakatagbo sa propesyonal ug industriyal nga mga gikinahanglan nga gipaabot gikan sa maayo ang pagkadisenyo nga mga paglalang. Ang mga mananaog sa Puthaw nagpakita og dakong kahanas, taas nga espesyalisasyon, eksperto nga pagsabot, ug mamugnaon nga abilidad sa ilang mga tiglalang. Gilauman nga ang Elysian Kuwintas mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga paglalang nga praktikal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Puthaw naghiusa sa labing maayong mga praktis sa industriya ug adunay hanas nga teknikal nga mga kinaiya nga nalambigit sa kahibalo ug talento. Elysian Kuwintas gitahod tungod sa pagkamaabtik niini ug gidisenyo aron maghatag og mga pagpaayo sa kalidad sa kinabuhi nga makatabang sa paghimo sa kalibutan nga mas maayong dapit.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Elysian features a 750 yellow gold necklace with a central piece housing a vibrant green tourmaline. The tourmaline is accompanied by a freshwater cultured pearl, faceted with a new technique to enhance its natural shimmer. The necklace itself is made from a solid 750 yellow gold round wire with a handcrafted clasp. The central piece is a woven 0.5 mm gold wire setting with wing-like elements flanking the tourmaline. The pearl's facets and the intricate design make this piece truly unique.
Dimensions & Packaging: Central piece: 12 x 6 mm green tourmaline, 8 mm faceted freshwater pearl. Necklace: solid 750 yellow gold round wire with handcrafted clasp. Length: 42 cm.
Tags: Green tourmaline, 750 yellow gold, faceted pearl, Art Nouveau, handmade necklace, unique jewelry, luxurious design
Production Technology: Elysian is crafted using 750 yellow gold, with a combination of round wire and finely woven wire for the central piece. The tourmaline is bezel-set with gold wire loops at each corner, and the freshwater pearl is faceted using a novel technique that requires a thick, flawless nacre layer.

The necklace "Elysian" was awarded a prize money at the LIV NRW (Germany) competition "Schmuckvisionen".
Design Challenge: The main challenge was developing the faceting technique for pearls and ensuring the intricate wire design could securely hold the gemstones. Overcoming these challenges required meticulous craftsmanship and innovative thinking.
Research: The research focused on incorporating innovative faceting techniques for pearls and exploring intricate wire designs inspired by Art Nouveau. The goal was to create a unique piece that combines classic elegance with modern craftsmanship. The findings demonstrate the potential for new techniques in enhancing the natural beauty of pearls.
Inspiration: The inspiration for Elysian came from the desire to combine timeless elegance with innovative craftsmanship. The tourmaline's vibrant green and the faceted pearl symbolize nature's beauty, while the intricate gold wire design reflects the delicacy and fluidity of Art Nouveau. This piece aims to evoke a sense of wonder and sophistication.
Project Duration: The project started in April 2024 and was completed in July 2024 in Frankfurt/Main.
Operation Flow: The necklace can be securely fastened with the handcrafted clasp. The central piece, with its vibrant tourmaline and faceted pearl, catches the eye and adds elegance to any outfit.