Maize Hárskraut by New Elegant Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award í gulli in Skartgripahönnun Competition Category.
GullSkartgripir· 2025
Maize Hárskraut
Client: Modemaya
A' Design Award í gulli Winner in Skartgripir Category
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About Maize Hárskraut
Maísskraut er innblásið af Maya maísgúðnum sem rís fram úr blómi og táknar líf, endurfæðingu og gnægð. Hönnunin er úr djúpgrænum Guatemala jade með hálfgegnsæjum blómblöðum og blandar saman menningartáknmáli og nútímalegri listfengleika. Gullelement styrkja hinn viðkvæma jade og gegna bæði fagurfræðilegu og byggingarlegu hlutverki. Með 3D-módelun og sérfræðilegri handverkslist virkar verkið sem hárskraut og höggmyndaverk sem heiðrar arfleifð Mið-Ameríku og felur í sér fegurð, hefð og nýsköpun.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award í gulli
Maize Hárskraut vann A' Design Award í gulli, óendanlega virta viðurkenningu sem veitt er fyrsta flokks, dásamlegum og framúrskarandi hönnunarverkum. Sigurvegarar í gulli eru afar nýstárleg, framsýn og töfrandi glæsileg sköpunarverk sem endurspegla snilld, visku og hæfni hönnuða sinna. Þess er vænst að Maize Hárskraut sé mjög lofuð, brautryðjandi og stórfengleg uppfinning sem skilar fordæmislausu virði. Þetta hönnunarverk sem vann A' Design Award í gulli er stórbrotið, virt verkefni sem gagnast mörkum listar, vísinda, hönnunar og tækni mjög vel og færir þau fram á við. Maize Hárskraut skapar sterkar þráartilfinningar, vekur ástríðu, hvetur til sköpunar og heillar okkur.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- At the heart of this design is the Maize God, intricately crafted from deep green Guatemala Jade, one of the rarest and most treasured jades, embodying the spiritual and cultural essence of Maya mythology. Surrounded by semi-translucent petals symbolizing renewal and growth, the figure pays tribute to the cycle of life and abundance. Accented with 18K gold plating, the design elevates this sacred figure into a wearable work of art, doubling as both a hair ornament and sculptural piece.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 50 mm* Depth 36 mm* Height 200 mm
- Tags
- Jade, Gold, Maya, Guatemala, Jewelry, Hair
- Production Technology
- The creation process combined advanced 3D modeling with modern CNC machining to carve the delicate Guatemala jade components with precision. Artisans crafted and seamlessly applied the 18K gold plate, ensuring they complemented the jade's natural beauty. Each piece was carefully polished to enhance the vibrant colors and textures of both Guatemala jade and gold, reflecting the highest standards of craftsmanship and blending innovation with tradition.
- Design Challenge
- Crafting this jewelry piece involved significant challenges due to its intricate design and the precision required for every component. From the Guatemala Jade petals to the Maize God figure and the thin, elongated stick, each element demanded exceptional skill and innovative carving techniques. For example, the petals broke multiple times during the carving process, highlighting the difficulty of achieving such fine detail. These challenges were overcome through persistence and expert craftsmanship.
- Research
- The research delved into the profound connection between the Maya civilization's history, the cultural significance of Guatemala Jade, and the geographical roots of the design. The Maize God, central to Maya sacred beliefs, embodies themes of life, rebirth, and agricultural abundance. Guatemala Jade, sourced from the same region where these beliefs originated, was studied for its historical and symbolic relevance. This exploration bridged the sacred traditions of the Maya with the natural richness of their homeland.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the Maya “Maize God Emerging from a Flower”, symbolizing the cycles of life, rebirth, and abundance. The design transforms the iconic imagery of the Maize God into a modern, wearable form, reflecting the spiritual connection between nature and humanity. Utilizing Guatemala jade as the main jewelry piece to honor its ancient history, a material deeply tied to the region's cultural heritage.
- Project Duration
- The project started in November 2023 in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. The item piece is crafted from March 2024 and finished in October 2024.
- Operation Flow
- The jewelry invites both personal and visual interaction. The smooth, polished jade and radiant gold elements enhance its tactile appeal, creating an engaging sensory experience. Light interacts beautifully with the semi-translucent jade petals, casting soft reflections onto the deep green Maize God figure at the center. This dynamic interplay transforms the piece into more than just jewelry, it becomes a profound expression of individuality, heritage, and cultural storytelling.
- Team Members
- Director: Wei-Liang Chou
Designer: Aditya Cipta Sugandha
Designer: Jian-Cheng Pan
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