Leather Gem Akpa by Theyknow Design Team

Leather Gem Akpa by Theyknow Design Team is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz in Nhazi Ihe Mgbakwunye Ejiji na Njem Competition Category.

BronzIhe Mgbakwunye· 2024

Leather Gem Akpa

by Theyknow Design Team

Client: Theyknow

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz Winner in Ihe Mgbakwunye Category

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The Design

About Leather Gem Akpa

Theyknow Leather Gem Bag, ihe akaebe nke imewe mara mma na ọrụ aka nke ezigbo nlezianya. E ji akpụkpọ anụ a kpụrụ akpụ mee ya, ọdịdị ya na-enweghị mgbaji nke sitere n'ike mmụọ nkume bara uru na-egosi nkenke. Site na ngwa ọrụ dị mfe na nha dị iche iche, ọ na-ejide ihe ndị dị mkpa kwa ụbọchị nke onye yi ya n'ụzọ dị mfe. Ebumnuche kacha mkpa nke ndị otu imewe bụ ịgbagha echiche ndị a maara tupu oge eruo banyere nkume bara uru, ịnakwere ụdị nha dị iche iche, ihe e ji eme ya, na ọrụ ya, ebe ha na-echekwa ịma mma na-adịghị agabiga nke akpa akpụkpọ anụ nke na-eso onye yi ya n'oge dị iche iche.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz

Leather Gem Akpa meriri A' Design Award nke Bronz, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị pụtara ìhè nke a ma ama maka nzụlite ihe, ọgụgụ isi na nghọta. Ndị meriri na Bronz bụ ihe e mere nke ndị nwere nka nke ukwuu ma dị mma n'imepụta nke na-egosi ahụmahụ buru ibu, echiche na ọgụgụ isi nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Leather Gem Akpa ga-abụ ihe a na-asọpụrụ nke ukwuu, a na-eto na a hụrụ n'anya, nke dị oke ọrụ ma dị ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Bronz na-agụnye ụzọ kacha mma n'ime nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ, ma dị mma nke ukwuu maka nlebara anya ya n'obere ihe. Leather Gem Akpa na-emezu mkpa nke ọma, na-emetụ ọchịchọ aka, na-adọrọ mmetụta obi ma na-adọta ọchịchọ ịmara.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Leather Gem Bag, a testament to exquisite design and meticulous craftsmanship. Crafted from molded leather, its seamless, gemstone-inspired shape exudes precision. With minimalist hardware and versatile dimensions, it effortlessly holds essentials while complementing any outfit. The Leather Gem Bag is the epitome of functionality and timeless elegance, a sophisticated accessory for those who value impeccable style.
Dimensions & Packaging: Bag: 17*17*9cm
Handle: 18cm
Tags: THEYKNOW, leather gem bag, top handle bag
Production Technology: The outer layer of the Leather Gem Bag is meticulously molded from a single piece of calf leather, resulting in a strikingly smooth and seamless surface that accentuates the sharp edges of the gemstone-inspired shape. The lining is made of microfiber leather, offering a luxurious touch and durability. Enhancing both functionality and aesthetics, a geometric-shaped leather puller adorns the top, facilitating easy access while maintaining a minimalist hardware design. The bag features a magnetic closure for effortless opening and closing, while the inclusion of metal feet adds a subtle touch of sophistication.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge in designing the Leather Gem Bag was finding the right leather and technique to achieve a smooth and seamless surface while retaining the sharp edges of the gemstone-inspired shape. The most difficult part involved creating flat side surfaces using molded calf leather. Unlike organic or spherical surfaces, achieving a flat surface without wrinkles was a daunting task. To overcome this challenge, extensive testing was conducted with different depths of metal molds. The goal was to find the optimal depth that would prevent wrinkles during production, while maintaining the desired size and shape of the bag.
Research: The research for the Leather Gem Bag involved compiling technical knowledge from team members experienced in the jewelry industry and fashion houses. By combining their expertise with market research, we selected the best materials and construction methods. Through analyzing various leather types and molding techniques, we achieved a balance between sharp edges and supple softness. Careful attention was given to the bag's dimensions, striking a balance between spaciousness to hold everyday essentials like a phone, earphones, and keys, while ensuring it seamlessly complements both daily and formal outfits, allowing for effortless incorporation into the wearer's lifestyle with style and practicality in mind.
Inspiration: Taking inspiration from the success of the iconic THEYKNOW acrylic Gem Bag, we aimed to push the boundaries further by skillfully combining the supple softness of leather with the exquisite facets of gemstones, deriving the new Leather Gem Bag. Our ultimate goal is to challenge preconceived notions of gemstones, embracing a diverse range of sizes, materials, and functionality, while preserving the timeless elegance of a leather bag that effortlessly accompanies the wearer on various occasions.
Project Duration: Design concept through production and distribution of Gem Bag was completed in 2022 from Shanghai.
Operation Flow: Operating the Leather Gem Bag is as seamless as its gemstone-inspired shape. With a gentle pull on the geometric-shaped leather puller, the magnetic closure effortlessly reveals the spacious interior. Despite its unique 3D gem shape, crafted from soft leather, the bag maintains its functionality. Minimalist hardware adds a touch of elegance without compromising the bag's sleek design. This harmonious blend of form and function ensures the Leather Gem Bag is both a statement piece and a practical accessory for any occasion.
Team Members: Designer: Yumeng Xie
Designer: Fangoulan Zhang