Dhvaja Kaklarota by Bowie Wong is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Dzelzs balva A' Design Award in Juvelierizstrādājumu dizains Competition Category.

DzelzsJuvelierizstrādājumi· 2024

Dhvaja Kaklarota

by Bowie Wong

Client: Bowie Wong

Dzelzs balva A' Design Award Winner in Juvelierizstrādājumi Category

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The Design

About Dhvaja Kaklarota

Dhvaja ir kaklarota, ko var atvērt, lai tajā glabātu nelielas piemiņas lietas. Tās forma iedvesmota no dhvadžas – viena no astoņiem budisma laimes simboliem, kas simbolizē uzvaru un spēku pārvarēt ļaunumu. Kaklarota izgatavota no 18 karātu zelta un apdarināta ar spoguļspodrinājumu un pērlīšu apmales apdares tehniku. Rotaslietu veido divas galvenās daļas: dekoratīva dhvadža un noslēgts konteiners. Dhvadžu var uzmanīgi pagriezt, lai atdalītu to no ķēdītes, tādējādi ļaujot iekšpusē ievietot tādus priekšmetus kā matu šķipsnu, svētos tekstus vai vēstules. Ūdensdrošais dizains ļauj rotaslietu valkāt ilgstoši.

The Recognition

About the Dzelzs balva A' Design Award

Dhvaja Kaklarota ir Dzelzs balvas A' Design Award ieguvējs, prestiža atzinība, ko piešķir labiem dizainiem, kas atbilst profesionālajām un rūpnieciskajām prasībām, kādas sagaidāmas no labi izstrādātiem darbiem. Dzelzs ieguvēji parāda to radītāju lielo prasmi, augsto specializāciju, ekspertu izpratni un radošo spēju. Sagaidāms, ka Dhvaja Kaklarota būs augsti vērtēts, apbrīnots un cienīts darbs, praktisks un inovatīvs. Šis ar Dzelzs balvu apbalvotais dizains integrē nozares labāko praksi un tam ir kompetentas tehniskās īpašības, kas saistītas ar zinātību un talantu. Dhvaja Kaklarota tiek cienīts par rūpību un ir izstrādāts, lai uzlabotu dzīves kvalitāti un palīdzētu padarīt pasauli labāku.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: Firstly, drawing inspiration from the dhvaja in the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism adds deep cultural significance, symbolizing victory and the power to overcome evil. Secondly, the necklace incorporates modern and sleek design techniques, showcasing a fashionable and delicate style that meets the aesthetic needs of modern individuals. Furthermore, the necklace's ability to open up allows for the storage of sentimental items or texts, providing a special way for people to keep them safe.
Dimensions & Packaging: Size: High 27.4mm wide 8.2mm
Weight: 6 grams
Tags: Dhvaja, Auspicious symbols, Memorabilia, Jewelry design, Container necklace, Waterproof design, Decorative functional necklace
Production Technology: Techniques: Mirror polishing, beaded edge craftsmanship
Material: 18k gold
Design Challenge: The challenge lies in the intricate and elaborate nature of the original form of the dhvaja, requiring the designer to express it in a minimalist way without losing its essence. In the iterative process, constant decision-making and evaluation were necessary, making it a challenging balance to maintain.
Research: This piece represents a profound exploration of Buddhist culture, auspicious symbols, and personal memorabilia preservation methods. The designer employed modern design approaches, combined with innovative craftsmanship techniques, for prototyping and testing.
Inspiration: The design inspiration for this necklace comes from the dhvaja among the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism. The designer used modern and simple techniques to create this necklace that can be opened and used to store items. It is typically used to hold items of significance, such as a baby's first hair, umbilical cord, or to store scriptures and letters. The necklace features a waterproof design for long-term wear.
Project Duration: Design Start Time: March 2018
Design Completion Time: July 2018
Operation Flow: This necklace is exquisitely simple. It consists mainly of two parts: a decorative dhvaja and an openable container. Users simply need to gently rotate the dhvaja to detach it from the necklace chain to access or store items. Additionally, the container seals tightly to ensure the safety and confidentiality of the stored items.
The designer hopes to bring a vision of a bright future to everyone by incorporating this auspicious element, where all good wishes lead to victory.
Patents: Patent No.: ZL2021 30721981.X
Team Members: Bowie Wong
Image Credits: Photo and video credits@Bowie Wong