Squama 身體飾物 by Mehrnaz Zarrin Hadid is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 金獎 in 珠寶設計 Competition Category.

金珠寶· 2025

Squama 身體飾物

by Mehrnaz Zarrin Hadid

Client: Mehrnaz Zarrin Hadid

A' Design Award 金獎 Winner in 珠寶 Category

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The Design

About Squama 身體飾物

Squama是Kerf系列的一部分，該系列將人體視為不斷變化的景觀。通過精確的切縫切割，銀材獲得流動性，能輕易彎曲以順應身體的自然起伏。其波浪形表面捕捉並散射光線，創造出隨動作變化的光影漸變。熾亮高光與緞面陰影的交織突顯身體的形態，將反射轉化為光的生動演繹。Squama之名喚起重疊鱗片層的意象，以精緻圖案反射光線。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 金獎

Squama 身體飾物是 A' Design Award 金獎得主，這是授予一流、絕妙而傑出設計的極為崇高的認可。金獎得主是極具創新、極富遠見且璀璨奪目的創作，反映出其設計師的天才、智慧與才幹。預計Squama 身體飾物將成為一項備受讚譽、引領潮流、氣勢恢宏的發明，帶來前所未有的價值。這件贏得 A' Design Award 金獎的設計是一個壯觀而受人敬重的項目，極大地造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。Squama 身體飾物激起強烈的渴望，喚起激情，鼓勵創造力，令我們著迷。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Squama is part of the Kerf Collection, a series that explores the interplay of technique and material properties while treating the body as context. Through precise kerf cuts, the silver gains fluidity, bending effortlessly to follow the body's natural topography. Its undulating surface catches and disperses light, creating a luminous gradient that shifts with movement. The interplay of incandescent highlights and satin-finished shadows accentuates the body's form, transforming reflection into a dynamic expression of light. These reflective effects keep the piece alive, almost like a living creature. The name 'Squama' alludes to overlapping layers of plates, reflecting light in intricate patterns. The Squama design pieces showcase their own material techniques and properties independently, without relying on external materials for structure or superficial bending.
Dimensions & Packaging: The simple version of the Squama bracelet measures 30mm x 0.5mm x 228mm but can be customized to fit individual wrist sizes. The Squama necklace measures 380mm x 0.5mm x 32mm. Additionally, the extendable version of the bracelet can be adjusted to fit personal preferences, allowing it to extend from the wrist to the elbow.
Tags: Body as context, Body landscape, Kerfs collection, Transformation, integrity of technique and aesthetics in design Technique, Reflection, Squama , Alive piece, luminous gradient
Production Technology: The experimental phase of this project has been crucial in examining the integration of kerf bending techniques with various material properties. I tested a range of materials and methods to identify the most effective combinations for achieving optimal results in both functionality and design. Techniques such as 3D printing and laser cutting were utilized. Key factors included curve geometries, cut depth, strip width, material thickness, and spacing. An important aspect of this phase was emphasizing the self-sufficiency of both the techniques and the materials used.
Design Challenge: This kerf collection project is experimental in nature and requires the testing of a series of prototypes. However, I face challenges due to the limited availability of 3D printing and laser cutting technology, as well as materials in Iran. Balancing the design with the necessary technology for the final products can be difficult. Additionally, there is a shortage of skilled operators for these devices, requiring me to find qualified individuals to manage the technical aspects of laser cutting and 3D printing. As a result, I must conduct extensive independent research on relevant technologies and materials.
Research: How can technique operate as a generative design machine?The vital experimental phase began with 3D printed prototypes utilizing the kerf bending technique, followed by laser cut devices. Factors such as cut direction, distances, and material properties were explored to optimize bending and achieve material self-sufficiency without the need for additional structure. The aim was to identify suitable technologies and materials, with silver emerging as the most effective due to its transformative properties when transitioning from flat to bent shapes based on the technique.
Inspiration: Mehrnaz Zarrin Hadid's inquiry begins with the question: How can technique generate aesthetics simultaneously? This exploration transcends mere ornamentation and fundamentally emphasizes the intrinsic role of technique itself. In her research for designing this collection, it is essential to integrate both experimental and technical aspects. She investigates the technical possibilities that align innovative aesthetic concepts with robust technical principles, viewing them as interconnected rather than isolated processes. A cohesive approach to design, technique, and material properties can unlock new possibilities that might remain inaccessible when approached from a fragmented perspective. Furthermore, exploring the integration of architectural thinking with design thinking reveals new opportunities within this design process.
Project Duration: The project started in March 2023 and finished in 2024
Operation Flow: The Squama Jewelry features a silver flat design when not in use, effortlessly transforming to fit comfortably around the wrist and neck when worn. These pieces are part of the continually expanding collection known as the Kerf Collection, which reveals the body's landscape as context. The fabrication technique and materials create dynamic reflections that shift with the wearer’s movements, adding an interactive element. With the ability to extend from the wrist to the elbow in a single piece, it adapts to create a customizable look that reflects personal taste.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographers: Gabriel Salcedo, Mahbod NourMohamadi, Kerf Collection, Squama , 2024, Image#2: Gabriel Salcedo, Mahbod NourMohamadi, Kerf Collection, Squama 2024, Image#3: Gabriel Salcedo, Mahbod NourMohamadi, Kerf Collection, Squama ,2024
Image#4: Gabriel Salcedo, Mahbod NourMohamadi, Kerf Collection, Squama ,2024
Image#5:Mohammad Esmaeili, Kerf Collection, Squama , 2024 ,
video,Videographer and Editor: Amir Doustdarnia, Lighting and Videographer assistant:Mohammad Esmaeili