Wave Light Txoj Saw Tes by Clement Molinier

Wave Light Txoj Saw Tes by Clement Molinier is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award Tooj in Tsim Khoom Dai Tes Competition Category.

ToojKhoom Dai Tes· 2023

Wave Light Txoj Saw Tes

by Clement Molinier

A' Design Award Tooj Winner in Khoom Dai Tes Category

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The Design

About Wave Light Txoj Saw Tes

Wave Light yog ib txoj saw tes ua los ntawm ib daim hlau nkaus xwb tsim ua ke ua ntau txoj kab dej nphau ntws tsis tu ncua. Txhua txoj kab raug muab dis kom raug qhov unghtsim tshwj xeeb kom sib zom lub duab thiab qhia tawm ib puag ncig chaw nyob. Cov kab dis ntawd tsim tau ib qho yeeb yaj kiab ntawm kev txav mus los hauv qhov kaj ntuj. Txoj saw tes no tsim los ntawm hlau uas rov siv dua (upcycled) siv thev naus laus zis 3D metal printing qib siab, tom qab ntawd muab txhua hlau nrhiav kom du ncaj ncees siv tes. Muaj ob hom kom xaiv, ib hom yog 925 silver thiab ib hom yog 18k kub. Txawm tias tus qauv tsim nws nyuaj, txoj saw tes no tseem hnyav sib npaug thiab muaj zog nyob ntev rau kev siv txhua hnub.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Tooj

Wave Light Txoj Saw Tes yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Tooj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev uas muab rau cov qauv tsim tshwj xeeb uas txawv los ntawm kev tsim tshiab, kev txawj tsim thiab kev ntse. Cov neeg yeej Tooj yog cov khoom muaj txuj ci heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas ua pov thawj txog kev paub ntau, kev xav thiab kev txawj ua ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Wave Light Txoj Saw Tes xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub, uas tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Tooj no siv cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis thiab zoo heev vim nws saib xyuas cov ntsiab lus. Wave Light Txoj Saw Tes ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau zoo kawg, kov cov kev xav, ntxias cov kev xav thiab txhawb kev xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Wave Light is a single piece of metal fused into the shape of a unique bracelet. Each fixed wave band is twisted at a precise angle to reflect light. It aims to mirror the surrounding environment and capture its brightness. The designers outlined the complexity of waves to give the illusion of movement with natural light. To get the right light reflection, a high level of precision in the band twists was required. The jewellery was precisely built with upcycled metal using advanced 3D metal printing technique. Polishing the printed design proved challenging due to the many fine details of the design, but this effort was well worth the trouble as it resulted in dynamic trompe l'oeil.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width: 40 mm x Length: 60 mm x Height: 47 mm
Tags: Jewellery, Bracelet, Silver,925 Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Wave, 3D, 3D Printing, Light, Reflection, Optics
Production Technology: Each waveband is continuous, and the ensemble is fixed together to balance the stability of twisted bands with the overall comfort of a large bracelet. This piece was designed with custom-made code in 3D-rendering software to precisely control the size, number and twist of the bands. Advanced 3D metal printing technology was used to produce the design which was lovingly hand-polished by an expert, French artisan. 2 versions are available: 925 Silver & 18k Gold.
Design Challenge: The challenge is to combine scientific properties with jewellery in a wearable and ergonomic piece to suit any wearer. As our first manufactured product, the biggest challenge was to find the right balance between the size of the bands and the intrinsic limitations of the metal properties. We have no academic background in design and jewellery but starting the project from scratch and educating ourselves permitted us to express our creativity in conjunction with my strong scientific background.
Research: The design of this bracelet is the result of a long study of light reflection and how to control the bands’ rotation in a 3D rendering program to generate the desired shape. The first prototypes were 3D printed using plastic to test the manufacturing feasibility. In order to test the ergonomics, the bracelet was worn in real life by a diverse user group who offered thoughtful feedback based on their experience.
Inspiration: The wave is a force of nature, spreading energy around the world. It represents the profound strength needed to move through our darkest moments and find hope in the future. In science, it refers to a movement taking place in both space and time. The Wave Light bracelet is inspired by optical properties. As a metaphor for life, the bracelet is a reminder to remain steadfast in a changing world. Every choice, every step forward can be made with confidence and power as long as one is ready to bring a positive mindset and see the bright side in even the most chaotic situations.
Project Duration: This project started in December 2021 in Paris and the manufacturing of this piece of jewellery was completed in July 2022.
Operation Flow: The bracelet is crafted as a single piece. However, the cascading, integrated bands give the impression of multiple bracelets seamlessly merged with each other. The wearer can find comfort by turning their wrist against the bracelet’s wave bands which will also throw light outward. Like a shield of power, this bracelet can complement a glamourous gala look or be worn with everyday outfits. Despite its complex design of twisted bands, the bracelet is both light weight and quite durable making it a very versatile accessory.
Patents: Patent is under process.
Copyrights belong to Clément MOLINIER, 2021.
Team Members: Clément MOLINIER
Image Credits: Clément MOLINIER