Gold Wind of Life Hengi by Zoi Roupakia is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award í járni in Skartgripahönnun Competition Category.

JárnSkartgripir· 2023

Gold Wind of Life Hengi

by Zoi Roupakia

Client: Zoi Roupakia

A' Design Award í járni Winner in Skartgripir Category

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The Design

About Gold Wind of Life Hengi

Gold Wind of Life er hengi framleitt með þrívíddarprenttækni. Grunnefnið er ródíumhúðað messing og hengið er parað við fínlega 9 karata hvítgull-curb keðju. Hengið er 3 sentimetrar í þvermál og keðjan er 45 sentimetrar að lengd. Hönnunin sækir innblástur í gríska menningu, naumhyggjulegan stíl og línu úr ljóði eftir Odysseas Elytis. Hleðsluframleiðsla (e. additive manufacturing) gerir kleift að skapa flókna yfirborðsáferð á meðan hluturinn helst léttur og endingargóður. Gold Wind of Life má bera sem áberandi skartgrip eða sem lágstemmda fylgihlut.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award í járni

Gold Wind of Life Hengi vann A' Design Award í járni, virta viðurkenningu sem veitt er góðum hönnunarverkum sem uppfylla þær faglegu og iðnaðarlegu kröfur sem gerðar eru til vel hannaðra sköpunarverka. Sigurvegarar í járni sýna mikla færni, mikla sérhæfingu, sérfræðiskilning og skapandi getu höfunda sinna. Þess er vænst að Gold Wind of Life Hengi sé mjög metið, dáð og elskað sköpunarverk sem er hagnýtt og nýstárlegt. Þetta hönnunarverk sem vann A' Design Award í járni sameinar bestu starfsvenjur greinarinnar og hefur hæfa tæknilega eiginleika tengda þekkingu og hæfileikum. Gold Wind of Life Hengi er virt fyrir nákvæmni sína og er hannað til að veita lífsgæðabætur sem hjálpa til við að gera heiminn að betri stað.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This project stands out for its unique features that set it apart from other jewelry pieces. Firstly, the use of 3D printing technology allows for the creation of intricate and precise designs that would be difficult to achieve using traditional jewelry-making techniques. Secondly, the incorporation of Greek culture, including the poetry of Odysseus Elytis and the minimalistic style of Zoi Roupakia, adds a layer of meaning and significance to the design, making it unique and meaningful. Finally, the pendant features a unique artwork designed specifically for this project, resulting in a visually striking and one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.
Dimensions & Packaging: This is a pendant that has been produced using 3D printing technology, with the base material being rhodium-plated brass. It is accompanied by a 9ct white gold 18 diamond cut curb chain, which is delicate in nature. The pendant has a diameter of 3cm, while the chain's length is 45cm. The product is packaged in a box, with a small card that displays the title of the artwork's name.
Tags: jewellery, pendant, art, wearable art, 3D printing
Production Technology: Additive manufacturing. 3D Printing.
Design Challenge: The challenge was to design a visually appealing pendant that incorporates Greek culture and minimalistic style while overcoming the limitations of 3D printing technology and ensuring durability and lightness. The designer needed to represent cultural elements aesthetically and create an intricate design within 3D printing's technical constraints. The objective was to create a visually striking and meaningful pendant that meets technical and material requirements.
Research: This research project investigates the creation of a visually striking pendant using 3D printing technology and rhodium-plated brass. It incorporates elements of Greek culture and minimalist design inspired by Zoi Roupakia, as well as a line from a poem by Odysseus Elytis. The designer utilized CAD software to create a digital model of the pendant, which was refined and printed using a high-resolution 3D printer. The project demonstrates how cultural elements and artwork can be incorporated into the design process to create a unique and meaningful product.
Inspiration: This piece of art is influenced by Zoi Roupakia's minimalistic style and draws inspiration from elements of Greek culture. Specifically, it is inspired by the line "Gold wind of life..." from "The Little Mariner," a poem by Odysseus Elytis, a Greek poet who was awarded the Nobel Prize. This artwork is also a tribute to Alekos Fassianos, a renowned Greek painter.
Project Duration: The project started in 2018, in Cambridge, UK.
Operation Flow: The pendant is easy to operate, with the user attaching the chain and securing it using the clasp. It can be worn as a statement piece or a subtle accessory, adding sophistication and elegance to any outfit. Interacting with the pendant involves admiring the intricate design and texture achieved through 3D printing. The use of rhodium-plated brass and delicate 9ct white gold chain adds luxury and durability, complementing the overall aesthetic.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Team Members: Zoi Roupakia
Image Credits: Image #1: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #2: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #3: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #4: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #5: Zoi Roupakia, 2018