Press Release
Bronze A' Design Award in Jewelry Design Goes to The Bottom Ring by Sanda Strugar
Sanda Strugar recognized for jewelry design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, March 13, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Bronze A' Design Award in the Jewelry Design category for The Bottom Ring by Sanda Strugar, designed for Sanda Design. The award was conferred within the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Bronze A' Design Award Explained
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About The Bottom Ring
The Bottom ring, a handmade environmental statement ring, symbolizes marine fragility among global pollution. The hemimorphite stone is located at the center of the ring, recognized for its healing and energetic benefits. Sea star and marine snail motifs, inspired by the ocean floor. From detailed sketch to manual crafting with gemstones and gold plated silver, this ring upholds the tradition of handcraft, ensuring every detail has its meaning.
About Sanda Strugar
Architect Sanda Strugar, living and working in Podgorica, decided four years ago to channel her love for creation, elegance, and creativity into another creative venture by starting to design jewelry. Her creations have already become recognizable for their striking lines and unique design.
Award Record
This recognition makes Sanda Strugar a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Jewelry Design Award
The A' Jewelry Design Award is an international jewelry design competition recognizing good jewelry designs by best jewelry designers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to jewelry designers, jewelry brands, jewelers and goldsmiths from all countries. Entries typically include rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, brooches and pendants. Awarded jewelry designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/jewelry
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/159264
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/159264
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!159264
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/350296
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.instagram.com/sanda_design/?hl=en
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- The Bottom Ring
- Function
- Ring
- Category
- Jewelry Design
- Discipline
- Fashion Design
- Industry
- Luxury and Fashion
- Colors
- Burly Wood, Khaki, Gainsboro, Sandy Brown and Peru
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Sanda Design
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Sanda Strugar
- Country
- Montenegro
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #159264
Credits
- Image Credits
- Main; Photographer Slavko Nikolic, Solutions4you, 2024; Optional; Photographer Slavko Nikolic, Solutions4you, 2024 ; Optional; Photographer Slavko Nikolic, Solutions4you, 2024 Video Credits: Photographer Slavko Nikolic, Solutions4you, 2024, sound copyright : epidemic sound
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The Bottom is a statement ring that is handmade. Hemimorphite, a stone symbolizing empathy, stands out, providing additional energetic benefits and compassion in all interactions. The design draws deep inspiration from the ocean floor and its fragile underwater world facing a serious threat from pollution. Crafted sea star and marine snail motifs on the ring narrate the tale, symbolizing both the abundance and delicacy of the marine ecosystem.
- Inspiration
- The Bottom ring captures the essence of marine life, symbolizing its vulnerability to global pollution. The piece serves as a gentle yet powerful reminder of environmental fragility. The strength of this creation lies in its handmade craftsmanship and the profound message, a call for conscientious environmental responsibility. Through thoughtful details and deliberate choices, it emerges as a symbol of resilience and hope, encouraging a commitment to safeguard the endangered underwater world.
- Research
- Rings hold a profound symbolic meaning, connecting with individuals on a subconscious energetic level. This connection is deeply rooted in the belief that jewelry, particularly rings, can influence and channel energy. On an energetic level, it is thought to create a harmonious flow of energy, promoting balance and well being. The choice of materials and gemstones further improves this connection, as each element is believed to carry unique energies and properties. Wearing a ring becomes a personal and symbolic affirmation, aligning the wearer with specific energies and intentions.
- Challenge
- The timeless motif of the sea has long inspired artists seeking to share a profound message of love and boundless connection, a connection that mirrors the vastness of the sea itself. The challenge lies in uniquely capturing this primal love and depth, which seems to be missing many in today's fast world. The sea, as a universal motif, should not provoke differences but rather unite. The challenge was to authentically represent the sea, transcending boundaries, and communicate love to the world through The Bottom ring. This unique piece aims to be a universal symbol, reminding us of the intrinsic unity and depth that the sea embodies, offering a message of love that knows no bounds.
- Realization and Technology
- The ring making process initiates with a sketch, precisely translated into workshop details, where it undergoes manual crafting from 925 silver with yellow gold plating or 14k, 18k yellow gold. It's adorned with precious blue sapphire, ruby, emerald, and semi precious gemstones citrine, amethyst, garnet, with a central Madagascar sourced hemimorphite stone.
- Operation and Interaction
- In the realm of jewelry, a versatile ring emerges as an essential accessory for every individual. Crafted with careful attention to detail, its design effortlessly transitions from everyday wear to special occasions. Its refined appearance makes it a perfect complement to any outfit, whether casual or formal. It reflects the wearer's unique identity and taste. A true testament to timeless elegance, it remains an integral accessory in every jewelry collection.
- Project Duration and Location
- Growing up by the sea, Budva in Montenegro, sparked a profound appreciation for nature and the sea's significance. Over the years, an idea blossomed, an initiative to cultivate awareness through art. The Bottom Ring stands as a testament to this vision, a tribute to the inseparable bond between humanity and the sea. Initiated in November 2023, this project unfolded as a creative attempt to inspire environmental consciousness. The ring's design, reflecting the depths of the sea, carries a message of respect and responsibility towards our marine ecosystems. Completed in February 2024. The entire process took place in Montenegro.
- Specifications
- The inner radius of the ring is 17,52mm, the head width is 28,54mm x 32,67mm, the height of the ring is 39,42mm. The weight of this piece is estimated at 38,09 g, 925 Sterling Silver with 14k yellow gold plating. The central stone is raw hemimorphite from Madagascar. Semi precious stones are amethyst 3x 0.08cts, citrine 1x 0.08cts, garnet 2x 0.09cts. Precious stones are blue sapphire 2x 0.12cts, ruby 1x 0.15cts, emerald 1x 0.06cts, ruby 1x 0.08cts.
- Keywords
- Ring, Sea, Jewellery, The Bottom, Silver, Gold, Gemstones
