Star Map
Necklace for Novadays
The jewelry designs by Novadays immortalize the happiest moments in life. These space-inspired pieces show the precise alignment of the stars and planets at a specified time and place. The star map necklace is inspired by the idea that "the stars aligned" on an individual's most memorable moments in life. By capturing that moment when "the stars aligned" and etching it into a piece of jewelry, these designs serve as a permanent reminder of life's most important moments.
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Unique Properties
Each necklace is custom made based on how the night sky looked during an individual's most important life moments. We create a star map based on the purchaser's specified time and location to create a one-of-a-kind necklace just as unique as their cherished moments. In this design, a darkened engraving is used to show the constellations, orbital lines, and Milky Way galaxy, while circular cutouts are used to represent planets within our solar system.
Tags
necklace, jewelry, pendant, space, stars, astronomy, galaxy, constellations
Production Technology
Our star maps are generated through proprietary software that combines NASA and ESA data with complex mathematical models to generate a precise representation of the night sky. We then modified a PCB mill, used for manufacturing circuit boards in computers, to etch these star maps to an unparalleled level of precision in our industry. Our necklaces are made from durable brass and plated with a choice of 14k gold, sterling silver, or rose gold to ensure they can stay with us throughout our lives.
Design Challenge
The greatest challenge in this project was creating a very precise and accurate representation of the night sky and displaying it in a timeless design. The natural world is one of the intrinsically beautiful designs, and I believe the night sky is the greatest of them of all. Being able to capture its beauty and represent it in its entirety proved to be a great challenge that involved a lot of trial and error.
Project Duration
That project started in March 2020 and finished in December 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States of America
Operation Flow
In this pendant, a hole, representing the center of the sky, is used to thread the necklace chain through. The necklace chain contains a ball and needle clasp that allows the user to wear the necklace at any length they desire.
Research
Being a first-mover on a project like this, there was a lot of research that needed to be done. The key research required for this project was to discover the relationship between time, geographical coordinates, and star catalog data. We carefully examined various scientific papers, theses, and standards to identify these relationships. Using the user-input data and catalogs from NASA and ESA, we were able to generate precise star maps and compare their accuracy to the tools astronomers use.
Inspiration
This jewelry offers a unique way to connect with the most important moments in our lives. I'm fascinated by the idea that "the stars aligned" on our most memorable moments in life, and I think others are, too. By capturing that moment when "the stars aligned" and etching it into a piece of jewelry, this product serves as a lasting reminder of life's finest moments.
Image Credits
Image #1: Photographer soona co, Star Map Necklace #1, 2021. Image #2: Photographer soona co, Star Map Necklace #2, 2021. Image #3: Photographer soona co, Star Map Necklace #3, 2021. Image #4: Photographer soona co, Star Map Necklace #4, 2021. Image #5: Photographer soona co, Star Map Necklace #5, 2020.
Project Overview
Star Map Necklace 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.
Iron Recognition
Austin Scribner was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work Star Map Necklace.
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