Liigu sisu juurde
Disainilahendus Flux Quadras Käekell, autor Albert Lai and Jayson De Castro

Disainilahendus Flux Quadras Käekell, mille autor on Albert Lai and Jayson De Castro, on kõrgelt hinnatud 2025 auhinna Hõbeauhind A' Design Award võitja konkursi kategoorias Kelladisain.


HõbeKäekell· 2025

Flux Quadras Käekell

disainer: Albert Lai and Jayson De Castro

Klient: Flux Watches

Auhind Hõbeauhind A' Design Award kategoorias Käekell

40,423

Värvid

Disain

Teosest Flux Quadras Käekell

Flux Quadras on mehaaniline käekell integreeritud käevõruga. Kihiline korpus ja sujuv käevõru loovad hõljuva efekti. Mitmekihilisel numbrilaual on hõljuvad tunnimärgised ja mustriline taust, mis annavad sügavust ja selgust. Korpus on valmistatud 904L roostevabast terasest 800HV kõvaduskattega ning selle laius on 40 mm ja kõrgus 12,5 mm. Šveitsis valmistatud La Joux Perret G101 automaatmehhanism keritakse üles randmeliigutuste abil. Tööriistavaba käevõru kasutab patenteerimisel olevat Nano-Adjust kinnitust, mis kohandub mugavuse tagamiseks passiivselt.

Tunnustus

Auhinnast Hõbeauhind A' Design Award

Flux Quadras Käekell on Hõbeauhinna A' Design Award võitja, ülimalt prestiižikas tunnustus, mis antakse tipptasemel, suurepärastele ja muljetavaldavatele disainidele. Hõbevõitjad on ülimalt säravad ja erakordselt loovad tööd, mis illustreerivad oma disainerite silmapaistvat kogemust, annet ja teravmeelsust. Flux Quadras Käekell peaks olema imeline, eeskujulik töö, mis on märkimisväärselt professionaalne ja sügavalt uuenduslik. See Hõbeauhinna A' Design Award võidudisain on väga tähelepanuväärne, imetletud leiutis, mis toob kasu ning nihutab kunsti, teaduse, disaini ja tehnoloogia piire. Flux Quadras Käekell on laialdaselt kadestatud looming, mis äratab soove, tekitab positiivseid tundeid ning süütab hämmastust ja imestust.

Disaini taustal

Pressimaterjalid

Disaineri esitatud autorid, meeskonnaliikmed ja tehnilised andmed.

Unikaalsed omadused
The Flux Quadras has a layered case and seamless bracelet create a floating effect, ensuring comfort and continuity. The multi-layered dial features floating markers and a patterned backdrop for depth and clarity. Made with durable materials like 904L steel and powered by a Swiss La Joux Perret G101 movement, it offers the first of its kind tool-less adjustment bracelet with patent-pending Nano-Adjust clasp with passive size adjustment for the most comfortable wrist wearing experience.
Mõõtmed ja pakend
The Quadras case measures 40mm in width, 41mm lug-to-lug, and 12.5mm in height, offering a balanced wrist presence. The bracelet starts at 26mm at the end link and tapers to 20mm for ergonomic comfort. Crafted from 904L stainless steel with an 800HV hardness coating
Sildid
Flux Quadras,, 904L stainless steel, Swiss-made movement, La Joux Perret G101, tool-less bracelet, Nano-Adjust, peripheral rotor, floating hour markers, luxury sports watch, integrated bracelet
Tootmistehnoloogia
The Quadras stands out with a first-of-its-kind completely tool-less bracelet, innovative engineering, and refined aesthetics. Unlike most watches crafted from 316L stainless steel, it uses 904L stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and a richer sheen. Its Swiss-made custom La Joux Perret G101 movement features skeletonized bridges, an Airblade peripheral rotor, and floating hour markers for added depth. The bracelet offers a quick-release system, toolless links, and a patent-pending Nano-Adjust clasp that adapts passively for comfort.
Disainiülesanne
The Quadras is our statement that the same manufacturers behind collectible watches can achieve high horology. We pushed them beyond stock catalogs to create a unique design. Developing the first-of-its-kind fully tool-less bracelet required overcoming engineering challenges. Our patent-pending Nano-Adjust clasp allows users to fine-tune bracelet tension for optimal comfort. Communication was a hurdle, as all partners collaborated entirely online, refining in real-time via prototyping and mobile 3D design.
Uurimistöö
Our design research for the Flux Quadras focused on material innovation, wearability, and user experience. Using direct prototyping, 3D modeling, and mechanical simulations, we tested structural integrity and ergonomics. Feedback from collectors guided refinements. This research led to our patent-pending Nano-Adjust clasp and the novel invention of our tool-less links, improving real-world comfort and setting new industry standards in accessibility and design longevity.
Inspiratsioon
The Flux Quadras was inspired by a shared passion for watches between myself, a lifelong enthusiast, and my partner, a YouTube watch reviewer. We connected through an online forum, united by a desire to create more than just a collection. Our goal was to craft a watch that dared to innovate, introducing features not seen before at an accessible price. The Quadras embodies our vision of blending originality, practicality, and timeless design, redefining value in the luxury market.
Projekti kestus
The project started in 2024 in Aruba and California, United States. It is ongoing.
Tööprotsess
It is a mechanical wristwatch. It is an automatic movement so it winds up more power with wrist motion.
Patendid
Pending patent
Serial Number: 18/943,471
Filing date: November 11, 2024

U.S. Trademark Application Serial No. 98/765,376
Nano Adjust

U.S. Trademark Application Serial No. 98/690,949
Flux
Meeskonnaliikmed
Owner: Albert Lai
Designer: Jayson De Castro

Sponsoreeritud

Avasta rohkem kui Designers.org

Avasta tooteid, teenuseid ja võimalusi meie reklaamipartneritelt.

Hea disain väärib suurt tunnustust

A' Design Award on rahvusvaheline žüriiga auhind hea disaini eest. Osale A' Design Awardil, et saada võimalus pälvida meritokraatlik tunnustus, kuulsus, prestiiž ja avalik tähelepanu oma tööle. Esita oma töö A' Design Awardile ja võistle ihaldatud A' Design Prize'i nimel.

Esita kandidatuur