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Elite Crest Fungsi Utama: Jam Tangan Mewah by Dheeraj Bangur

Elite Crest Fungsi Utama: Jam Tangan Mewah by Dheeraj Bangur is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Gangsa in Reka Bentuk Grafik, Ilustrasi dan Komunikasi Visual Competition Category.


GangsaGrafik· 2026

Elite Crest Fungsi Utama: Jam Tangan Mewah

by Dheeraj Bangur

Client: Brandsthan

A' Design Award Gangsa Winner in Grafik Category

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The Design

About Elite Crest Fungsi Utama: Jam Tangan Mewah

Teks Buku: Elite Crest berasaskan monogram yang dibina melalui geometri berstruktur dan perkadaran terkawal. Simbol ini menggabungkan bentuk huruf berinspirasikan serif dengan asas bulat, membentuk hubungan antara elemen lurus dan melengkung. Butiran empat titik di tengah bertindak sebagai titik fokus dan membantu pengecaman pada saiz yang lebih kecil. Ruang negatif mengekalkan kejelasan, manakala kontur yang dipermudahkan menyokong penghasilan semula yang konsisten. Tipografi serif disusun dengan jarak yang terukur untuk mengekalkan hierarki dan penjajaran visual antara simbol dan logotaip.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Gangsa

Elite Crest Fungsi Utama: Jam Tangan Mewah ialah pemenang A' Design Award Gangsa, pengiktirafan yang amat berprestij yang dianugerahkan kepada reka bentuk cemerlang yang dicirikan oleh kreativiti, kecerdikan dan ketajaman fikiran. Pemenang Gangsa ialah artifak yang amat mahir dan sangat kreatif yang membuktikan pengalaman luas, imaginasi dan akal budi pereka bentuknya. Elite Crest Fungsi Utama: Jam Tangan Mewah diharapkan menjadi objek yang sangat dihargai, dikagumi dan disayangi, sangat profesional dan inovatif. Reka bentuk pemenang A' Design Award Gangsa ini merangkumi amalan terbaik dalam seni, sains, reka bentuk dan teknologi, dan cemerlang dalam perhatiannya terhadap butiran. Elite Crest Fungsi Utama: Jam Tangan Mewah memenuhi keperluan dengan indah, menyentuh keinginan, memikat perasaan dan menarik rasa ingin tahu.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
Elite crest luxury watches embody precision engineering and refined craftsmanship. The design integrates a sculpted crown engraved with a bespoke insignia, symbolizing authority and exclusivity. Premium-grade materials, micro-detailed finishing, and balanced proportions ensure durability with timeless elegance. The harmonious fusion of technical accuracy and aesthetic restraint distinguishes the elite crest as a statement of contemporary horological excellence.
Dimensions & Packaging
Primary logo constructed on a modular 100 mm × 100 mm vector grid system for proportional accuracy. Crown engraving application optimized for diameters 5–8 mm with relief depth 0.15–0.25 mm for CNC micro-engraving. Stroke tolerances are maintained at a minimum of 0.20 mm for metal reproduction. Master artwork delivered in SVG, AI, and EPS formats with Pantone metallic reference and CMYK/RGB specifications for cross-medium consistency.
Tags
Elite Crest, Luxury Watches, Premium Watch, Watch Branding, Watch Logo, Brandsthan, Brand, Luxury Brand
Production Technology
The logo was developed through precision vector construction using modular geometry and optical balance correction. Bezier curve refinement ensured scalable integrity from micro-engraving on watch crowns to large-format applications. The metallic executions were prototyped via CNC-engraved brass and stainless steel samples to test depth tolerance, edge sharpness, and reflectivity. Finishing simulations included brushed, polished, and PVD-coated surfaces to validate luxury-grade reproduction.
Design Challenge
The primary challenge was creating a timeless luxury identity that remained highly legible at micro-engraving scale while preserving elegance. Balancing historical watchmaking references with modern geometric clarity required extensive qualitative study and proportion testing. Production limitations at 5 mm, engraving tolerances, and minimal stroke thickness influenced design decisions. Iterative vector prototyping and visual audits ensured clarity, brand recall, and premium perception without compromising manufacturability.
Research
Qualitative visual identity research was conducted to develop a crest-based logo with strong legibility and scalability. The objective was to balance heritage symbolism with modern clarity. Historical crest references and geometric proportion systems were studied, followed by sketch exploration and grid-based construction, then refined using vector tools in Adobe Illustrator. The design was tested through size reduction across print and digital formats. Simplified geometry improved clarity and recognition. The outcome supports consistent branding, enhances recall, and ensures adaptable application across business communication and design usage.
Inspiration
The inspiration for the Elite crest emerged from the timeless precision of horology and the symbolism of authority embodied in classical crests. The monogram integrates sculpted geometry with a central star element, representing guidance, excellence, and aspiration. Research into luxury watch heritage, material finishing, and crown detailing informed the balanced proportions, ensuring the mark translates seamlessly from flat identity to engraved metal applications.
Project Duration
The project started in November 2025 in Jaipur and finished in November 2025 in Jaipur.
Operation Flow
The elite crest mark is designed to adapt seamlessly across touchpoints. On the watch crown, it becomes a tactile element that users interact with daily while adjusting time, reinforcing brand presence through touch. On dials, packaging, and digital platforms, the symbol maintains clarity and recognition at any size. Its balanced form ensures legibility, elegance, and consistency, delivering a refined and memorable user experience.

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