Neptune Crochadan by Alexia Ciaudo is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Duais Iarainn A' Design Award in Dealbhadh Seudraidh Competition Category.

IarannSeudraidh· 2026

Neptune Crochadan

by Alexia Ciaudo

Client: Noble Code Design Sàrl

Duais Iarainn A' Design Award Winner in Seudraidh Category

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The Design

About Neptune Crochadan

'S e crochadan a th' ann an Neptune a chaidh a dhealbhadh mar phìos seudraidh sònraichte. Tha lùban sguabach neo-chothromach a' cruthachadh motif neo-chrìochnachd a fhuair brosnachadh bho fhàinneachan planaidean agus sruthan a' chuain. Tha acuamarain gearradh-peura sa mheadhan ag acrachadh an structair, agus tha daoimeanan gearradh-lainnireach air an suidheachadh còmhnard air feadh nan stuaghan. Leigidh an geoimeatraidh fosgailte le solas a thighinn a-steach bho gach taobh, agus mar sin glacaidh na clachan an solas fhad 's a ghluaiseas an neach a bhios ga chaitheamh. 'S e òr geal 18kt làn-lìomhaichte an stuth a thathar a' moladh. Tha an cruth air a roinn ann an trì pàirtean, rud a lùghdaicheas an cuideam gu 10.9 gramaichean agus a nì lìomhadh, suidheachadh seudan agus tàthadh nas fhasa.

The Recognition

About the Duais Iarainn A' Design Award

Tha Neptune Crochadan air Duais Iarainn A' Design Award a bhuannachadh, aithneachadh urramach a bheirear do dhealbhaidhean math a choinnicheas ris na riatanasan proifeiseanta is gnìomhachais a thathar a' sùileachadh bho chruthachaidhean a chaidh an dealbhadh gu math. Tha buannaichean Iarainn a' nochdadh sgil mhòr, speisealachadh àrd, tuigse eòlaiche agus comas cruthachail an luchd-cruthachaidh. Thathar an dùil gum bi Neptune Crochadan na chruthachadh air a bheil mòran meas, ion-mholta agus gràdhach a tha practaigeach agus ùr-ghnàthach. Tha an dealbhadh seo a bhuannaich Duais Iarainn A' Design Award a' cur nan cleachdaidhean as fheàrr sa ghnìomhachas còmhla agus tha feartan teignigeach comasach aige ceangailte ri eòlas-dèanamh agus tàlant. Tha meas air Neptune Crochadan airson a dhùrachd agus chaidh a dhealbhadh gus leasachaidhean càileachd beatha a thoirt seachad a chuidicheas le bhith a' dèanamh an t-saoghail na àite nas fheàrr.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This pendant merges the ocean’s fluid energy with the airy dance of the stars into a bold silhouette evocative of a mysterious marine or celestial creature. Asymmetrical sweeping loops create a sophisticated infinity motif, capturing the powerful rhythm of planetary rings and tides in motion. At their heart, a central gemstone acts as a focal point, anchoring the structure with a deep, peaceful presence. Flush-set diamonds along the arcs mimic sunlight dancing on water or shimmering stars.
Dimensions & Packaging: Height x Width x Thickness : 4.9 x 1.9 x 0.5 cm. Weight in 18kt gold : 10.9 g
Tags: jewelry, pendant, gem, futuristic, poetical, talisman, shimmering
Production Technology: Neptune is engineered via high-precision CAD, optimized for lost-wax casting. To honor the design's spirit, the recommended realization is high-polished 18kt white gold for a mirror-like finish with a central pear-cut aquamarine and brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds are flush-set into the sweeping arcs and the main body to achieve a seamless shimmering wake and a sleek modern feel.
Design Challenge: The challenge was to create an intricate statement structure that remains lightweight and practical for production. The solution involved a strategically voided geometry, splitting the design into three components. This modular approach reduced the final weight to only 10.9g in 18kt gold and significantly improved access for precision polishing and gem-setting. Integrated joints allow for fast, easy welding, bridging high-end complexity with practical, workshop-friendly craftsmanship.
Research: Research focused on engineering digital models to streamline physical workshop workflows. Through direct collaboration with craftsmen, objectives prioritized polishing access, welding efficiency, and gem-setting tolerances. Methodology involved iterative weight balancing to ensure cost-efficiency for small and medium-sized workshops. Results yielded a three-part modular assembly that simplifies production. This research empowers jewelers of all sizes to create outstanding, high-end pieces in a time-efficient way, bridging digital precision with traditional craftsmanship.
Inspiration: Neptune explores two unfathomable frontiers: the silent oceanic abyss and the cosmic reaches of deep space. Inspired by the duality of its namesake—the Roman god of the seas and the distant gas giant—the design explores the shared mystery of these unknown worlds. It is not just a pendant, but a talisman for the explorer, reminding us that whether we look down into the water or up at the stars, some infinite wonder still stands before us.
Project Duration: The Neptune pendant was developed as a flagship concept for Noble Code Design, a jewelry design studio based in Geneva, Switzerland. The project transitioned from conceptual research to final rendering in 2025. The design reached a global audience when it was officially selected for exhibition at the Digital Jewelry Week in October 2025 in Milan, Italy.
Operation Flow: Neptune is designed as a statement pendant that interacts dynamically with light and body movement. Its airy silhouette allows it to rest gracefully against the wearer, providing a bold look without the weight of traditional heavy jewelry. The carefully placed openings ensure that light enters from all sides, causing the central gemstone and the "shimmering wake" of diamonds to sparkle from every angle. This creates a rhythmic, living glow that changes as the wearer moves through different environments.