Wave Light Sekhwahla by Clement Molinier

Wave Light Sekhwahla by Clement Molinier is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Mekgabiso Competition Category.

BoronseMekgabiso· 2023

Wave Light Sekhwahla

by Clement Molinier

Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award Winner in Mekgabiso Category

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The Design

About Wave Light Sekhwahla

Wave Light ke sekhwahla se entsoeng ka sekotoana se le seng sa tšepe se etsitsoeng hore e be letoto la mekhoa e latellanang e kang maqhubu. Mokhoa o mong le o mong o sokamelitsoe ka lehlakoreng le nepahetseng ho bonesetsa leseli le ho bonahatsa tikoloho e potolohileng. Mekhoa e sokameng e theha pono ea motsamao leseling la tlhaho. Sekhwahla sena se hlahisoa ka ho sebelisa tšepe e sebelisitsoeng hape ka mokhoa oa boitokiso ba boraro ba tšepe (3D metal printing) e tsoetseng pele, ebe se phehiloe ka letsoho ka mor'a moo. Ho na le mefuta e 'meli e fumanehang, e 'ngoe e entsoeng ka silefera ea 925 le e 'ngoe e entsoeng ka gauta ea 18k. Ho sa tsotellehe sebopeho se rarahaneng, sekhwahla sena se lula se le bobebe 'meleng le ho tiisetsa tšebeliso ea letsatsi le letsatsi.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award

Wave Light Sekhwahla ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang haholo e fuoang meralo e ikhethang e tsejoang ka boqapi, bohlale ba ho qapa le bohlale. Bahapi ba Boronse ke lintho tse nang le bokhoni ka ho felletseng le boqapi bo hlollang tse tiisang boiphihlelo bo bongata, mohopolo le bokhoni ba ho iphumana ba baqapi ba tsona. Wave Light Sekhwahla e lebelletsoe ho ba ntho e hlomphuoang haholo, e ratoang le e ratehang, e nang le boprofeshenale bo bonahalang le mehopolo e mecha. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award o kenyelletsa mekhoa e metle ka ho fetesisa bonong, mahlaleng, moralong le theknolojing mme o hlahella ka ho tsepamisa maikutlo lintlheng tse nyenyane. Wave Light Sekhwahla e kutloisisa litlhoko hantle, e ama litakatso, e hapa maikutlo mme e tsosa takatso ea ho tseba.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Wave Light is a single piece of metal fused into the shape of a unique bracelet. Each fixed wave band is twisted at a precise angle to reflect light. It aims to mirror the surrounding environment and capture its brightness. The designers outlined the complexity of waves to give the illusion of movement with natural light. To get the right light reflection, a high level of precision in the band twists was required. The jewellery was precisely built with upcycled metal using advanced 3D metal printing technique. Polishing the printed design proved challenging due to the many fine details of the design, but this effort was well worth the trouble as it resulted in dynamic trompe l'oeil.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width: 40 mm x Length: 60 mm x Height: 47 mm
Tags: Jewellery, Bracelet, Silver,925 Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Wave, 3D, 3D Printing, Light, Reflection, Optics
Production Technology: Each waveband is continuous, and the ensemble is fixed together to balance the stability of twisted bands with the overall comfort of a large bracelet. This piece was designed with custom-made code in 3D-rendering software to precisely control the size, number and twist of the bands. Advanced 3D metal printing technology was used to produce the design which was lovingly hand-polished by an expert, French artisan. 2 versions are available: 925 Silver & 18k Gold.
Design Challenge: The challenge is to combine scientific properties with jewellery in a wearable and ergonomic piece to suit any wearer. As our first manufactured product, the biggest challenge was to find the right balance between the size of the bands and the intrinsic limitations of the metal properties. We have no academic background in design and jewellery but starting the project from scratch and educating ourselves permitted us to express our creativity in conjunction with my strong scientific background.
Research: The design of this bracelet is the result of a long study of light reflection and how to control the bands’ rotation in a 3D rendering program to generate the desired shape. The first prototypes were 3D printed using plastic to test the manufacturing feasibility. In order to test the ergonomics, the bracelet was worn in real life by a diverse user group who offered thoughtful feedback based on their experience.
Inspiration: The wave is a force of nature, spreading energy around the world. It represents the profound strength needed to move through our darkest moments and find hope in the future. In science, it refers to a movement taking place in both space and time. The Wave Light bracelet is inspired by optical properties. As a metaphor for life, the bracelet is a reminder to remain steadfast in a changing world. Every choice, every step forward can be made with confidence and power as long as one is ready to bring a positive mindset and see the bright side in even the most chaotic situations.
Project Duration: This project started in December 2021 in Paris and the manufacturing of this piece of jewellery was completed in July 2022.
Operation Flow: The bracelet is crafted as a single piece. However, the cascading, integrated bands give the impression of multiple bracelets seamlessly merged with each other. The wearer can find comfort by turning their wrist against the bracelet’s wave bands which will also throw light outward. Like a shield of power, this bracelet can complement a glamourous gala look or be worn with everyday outfits. Despite its complex design of twisted bands, the bracelet is both light weight and quite durable making it a very versatile accessory.
Patents: Patent is under process.
Copyrights belong to Clément MOLINIER, 2021.
Team Members: Clément MOLINIER
Image Credits: Clément MOLINIER