Baobab Tree
Jewelry Collection for Michiru Yamawaki
Baobab Ring is a signature silver ring of the Flower of Life collection since it’s been crafted. The ring is designed as a large flower when it is worn on the finger. The geometric symbol of the Flower of Life is transforming into overlapping circles of petals. Furthermore, the shape of a Baobab Tree, also known as the Tree of Life, has been seen when it’s viewed from the side. The key motif of the Baobab flower makes variations and have crafted for the long station necklace and the bracelet of the Flower of Life collection.
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Unique Properties
This collection gives impression of organically designed beautiful flowers, however, the creation is originated in the geometric symbol of "Flower of Life" and it goes beyond just a flower image. Uniqueness of this design is that the motif has an another aspect that illustrates an Baobab Tree, which reminds us fruits and sacred power and unconditional love of our mother nature. The main suppose of this project is to express the power of life and create the collection of wearable arts.
Tags
Baobab, 3D, CAD, WAX modeling, Ring, Earth
Production Technology
Both modern and traditional technique have been used. Main motif and base ring have been drawn and designed with 3D Cad, and each item has been carefully produced with other hand craft max modeling and traditional metal craft technique.
Design Challenge
The first challenge was to designe and transform inorganic geometric symbol to the organic form and the concept with "Life" which would be cherished as an charm.
Project Duration
Project for this Flower of Life Collection had started in 2017 in Tokyo Japan, main designed motif and ring was combined as first Baobab Ring in 2018 and this collection is still growing. Expanded work as for till 2020 were Long station necklace, bracelet, earring and 18k gold and platinum combination version ring.
Operation Flow
Baobab Ring is a Signature Silver Ring of the Flower of Life collection. When wearing the ring it shows an organically designed large flower. This flower is constructed with overlapping circles petals which are transformed from the geometric symbol of Flower of Life. When it’s seen from the side, the ring illustrate Baobab Tree image. This main motifs have also crafted for Long Station Necklace and Bracelet.
Research
Main objective for my research was to visualize the order of nature. I had been focusing on the geometry symbol called "Flower of Life" which has been defined as basic template for everything in existence. The research was to study the concept of the symbol and its historical stories that included Key words such as "origin of life" "nature" "eternity". As a result, the design of main motif has been transformed into circles of petals rather than the perfect geometric shape. At the same time, I carefully designed tree trunk and branch into the ring.
Inspiration
This collection, Flower of Life is designed and created with the inspiration of rhythms of mother earth. Flower of Life is known as a sacred geometric overlapping circles pattern. The symbol itself has been used from ancient period and often symbolized all creation on the planet, or even of the universe. I am inspired by the primitive image of this symbol and also empowered by the wild nature; Baobab trees has been known as "Tree of Life".
Project Overview
Baobab Tree Jewelry Collection has been a Iron winner in the Jewelry Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
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Iron Recognition
Michiru Yamawaki was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work Baobab Tree Jewelry Collection.
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Baobab Tree Jewelry Collection by Michiru Yamawaki Wins A' Design Award
Mother Earth-inspired Baobab Tree Jewelry Collection Wins A' Design Award
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