Dhvaja Kwintas by Bowie Wong is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award na Bakal in Disenyo ng Alahas Competition Category.

BakalAlahas· 2024

Dhvaja Kwintas

by Bowie Wong

Client: Bowie Wong

A' Design Award na Bakal Winner in Alahas Category

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The Design

About Dhvaja Kwintas

Ang Dhvaja ay isang kwintas na maaaring buksan upang maglagay ng maliliit na alaalang bagay. Ang hugis nito ay inspirasyon mula sa dhvaja, isa sa Walong Mapalad na Sagisag ng Budismo, na kumakatawan sa tagumpay at kapangyarihang malampasan ang kasamaan. Ang kwintas ay gawa sa 18k gold at natapos gamit ang mirror polishing at masalimuot na paggawa ng beaded edge. Dalawang pangunahing bahagi ang bumubuo sa alahas: isang dekorasyong dhvaja at isang selyadong lalagyan. Ang dhvaja ay maingat na iikutin upang mahiwalay ito mula sa kadena, kaya't maaaring maglagay ng mga bagay tulad ng hibla ng buhok, mga banal na kasulatan, o mga liham sa loob nito. Ang waterproof na disenyo nito ay nagbibigay-daan sa pangmatagalang paggamit.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award na Bakal

Ang Dhvaja Kwintas ay nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal, isang prestihiyosong pagkilalang iginagawad sa mga mahuhusay na disenyong tumutugon sa mga propesyonal at pang-industriyang kinakailangang inaasahan sa mga mahusay na pagkakadisenyong likha. Ang mga nagwagi ng Bakal ay nagpapakita ng dakilang husay, mataas na espesyalisasyon, dalubhasang pag-unawa at kakayahang malikhain ng kanilang mga lumikha. Inaasahang ang Dhvaja Kwintas ay isang lubos na pinahahalagahan, hinahangaan at minamahal na likhang praktikal at makabago. Ang disenyong ito na nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal ay nagsasama ng pinakamahuhusay na kasanayan ng industriya at may mahuhusay na katangiang teknikal na may kasamang kaalaman at talento. Ang Dhvaja Kwintas ay iginagalang dahil sa kaingatan nito at idinisenyo upang maghatid ng mga pagpapabuti sa kalidad ng buhay na tumutulong gawing mas mabuting lugar ang mundo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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