Maize Teuga Lauulu by New Elegant Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Auro in Mamanu Mea Teuteuga Competition Category.
AuroMea Teuteuga· 2025
Maize Teuga Lauulu
Client: Modemaya
A' Design Award Auro Winner in Mea Teuteuga Category
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The Design
About Maize Teuga Lauulu
O le Teuga Sana ua musuia mai le Atua Sana a Maya o lo'o alu ae mai se fuga, o lo'o fa'atusatusaina ai le ola, toe fanau mai, ma le mauoa. Ua faia mai le Jade Guatemala lanumeamata loloto ma petelo fa'alilolilo, o le mamanu e tu'ufa'atasia ai fa'ailoga fa'ale'aganu'u ma le tomai fa'aonaponei. O vaega auro e fa'amalosia ai le jade maaleale, e auauna i fa'amoemoega fa'a-matagofie ma fa'avae. E fa'aaoga ai le fa'ata'ita'iga 3D ma le tomai poto masani, o lenei vaega e galue e avea ma teuteu lauulu ma se fa'aaloalo fa'a-vane i le tala'aga fa'a-Mesoamerica, o lo'o fa'atino ai le matagofie, tu ma aga, ma le mea fou.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Auro
O le A' Design Award Auro na manumalo ai Maize Teuga Lauulu, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu o le tulaga muamua, matagofie ma maoaʻe. O ē manumalo i le Auro o galuega fou tele, matuā vaai i le lumanaʻi ma susulu e faaalia ai le atamai, le poto ma le tomai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Maize Teuga Lauulu e avea ma mea fou e matuā vivii, e faatulaga ai uiga fou ma tetele, e tuuina mai ai se tau e leʻi iai muamua. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Auro o se galuega ofoofogia, ua faaaloalogia, e aogā tele ma tuleia atu tapulaʻa o le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi. Maize Teuga Lauulu e fatuina ai lagona malosi o le manaʻo, faaosofia le tuinanau, faalauiloa le fatufatuaʻi ma faamalosia i tatou.
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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