Elite Crest שעוני יוקרה by Dheeraj Bangur is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 פרס הארד של A' Design Award in עיצוב גרפיקה, איור ותקשורת חזותית Competition Category.
ארדגרפיקה· 2026
Elite Crest שעוני יוקרה
Client: Brandsthan
פרס הארד של A' Design Award Winner in גרפיקה Category
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About Elite Crest שעוני יוקרה
Elite Crest מבוסס על מונוגרמה הבנויה מגיאומטריה מובנית ופרופורציות מבוקרות. הסמל משלב צורת אות בהשראת סריף עם בסיס עגול, ויוצר קשר בין אלמנטים לינאריים לאלמנטים מעוקלים. פרט מרכזי בעל ארבע נקודות משמש כמוקד ומסייע לזיהוי בגדלים קטנים יותר. החלל השלילי שומר על בהירות, בעוד שקווי המתאר הפשוטים תומכים בשעתוק עקבי. הטיפוגרפיה בסגנון סריף מסודרת עם ריווח מדוד כדי לשמר את ההיררכיה ואת היישור החזותי בין הסמל לבין הלוגוטייפ.
The Recognition
About the פרס הארד של A' Design Award
העיצוב Elite Crest שעוני יוקרה זכה בפרס הארד של A' Design Award, הכרה יוקרתית מאוד הניתנת לעיצובים בולטים שמצטיינים ביצירתיות, בתושייה ובחוכמה. זוכי הארד הם חפצים מיומנים לרוב ויצירתיים באופן בולט שמעידים על הניסיון הרב, הדמיון והתבונה של מעצביהם. מהעיצוב Elite Crest שעוני יוקרה מצפים שיהיה חפץ מוערך מאוד, מוערץ ואהוב, מקצועי וחדשני בצורה בולטת. העיצוב הזה שזכה בפרס הארד של A' Design Award משלב את השיטות הטובות ביותר באמנות, במדע, בעיצוב ובטכנולוגיה, ומצוין בתשומת הלב שלו לפרטים. העיצוב Elite Crest שעוני יוקרה מספק להפליא צרכים, נוגע ברצונות, מקסים רגשות ומושך סקרנות.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Elite crest luxury watches embody precision engineering and refined craftsmanship. The design integrates a sculpted crown engraved with a bespoke insignia, symbolizing authority and exclusivity. Premium-grade materials, micro-detailed finishing, and balanced proportions ensure durability with timeless elegance. The harmonious fusion of technical accuracy and aesthetic restraint distinguishes the elite crest as a statement of contemporary horological excellence.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Primary logo constructed on a modular 100 mm × 100 mm vector grid system for proportional accuracy. Crown engraving application optimized for diameters 5–8 mm with relief depth 0.15–0.25 mm for CNC micro-engraving. Stroke tolerances are maintained at a minimum of 0.20 mm for metal reproduction. Master artwork delivered in SVG, AI, and EPS formats with Pantone metallic reference and CMYK/RGB specifications for cross-medium consistency.
- Tags
- Elite Crest, Luxury Watches, Premium Watch, Watch Branding, Watch Logo, Brandsthan, Brand, Luxury Brand
- Production Technology
- The logo was developed through precision vector construction using modular geometry and optical balance correction. Bezier curve refinement ensured scalable integrity from micro-engraving on watch crowns to large-format applications. The metallic executions were prototyped via CNC-engraved brass and stainless steel samples to test depth tolerance, edge sharpness, and reflectivity. Finishing simulations included brushed, polished, and PVD-coated surfaces to validate luxury-grade reproduction.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge was creating a timeless luxury identity that remained highly legible at micro-engraving scale while preserving elegance. Balancing historical watchmaking references with modern geometric clarity required extensive qualitative study and proportion testing. Production limitations at 5 mm, engraving tolerances, and minimal stroke thickness influenced design decisions. Iterative vector prototyping and visual audits ensured clarity, brand recall, and premium perception without compromising manufacturability.
- Research
- Qualitative visual identity research was conducted to develop a crest-based logo with strong legibility and scalability. The objective was to balance heritage symbolism with modern clarity. Historical crest references and geometric proportion systems were studied, followed by sketch exploration and grid-based construction, then refined using vector tools in Adobe Illustrator. The design was tested through size reduction across print and digital formats. Simplified geometry improved clarity and recognition. The outcome supports consistent branding, enhances recall, and ensures adaptable application across business communication and design usage.
- Inspiration
- The inspiration for the Elite crest emerged from the timeless precision of horology and the symbolism of authority embodied in classical crests. The monogram integrates sculpted geometry with a central star element, representing guidance, excellence, and aspiration. Research into luxury watch heritage, material finishing, and crown detailing informed the balanced proportions, ensuring the mark translates seamlessly from flat identity to engraved metal applications.
- Project Duration
- The project started in November 2025 in Jaipur and finished in November 2025 in Jaipur.
- Operation Flow
- The elite crest mark is designed to adapt seamlessly across touchpoints. On the watch crown, it becomes a tactile element that users interact with daily while adjusting time, reinforcing brand presence through touch. On dials, packaging, and digital platforms, the symbol maintains clarity and recognition at any size. Its balanced form ensures legibility, elegance, and consistency, delivering a refined and memorable user experience.
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