2026 | Professional

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Centered on “raw organic aesthetics,” this silver jewelry collection aims to infuse the daily commutes of modern urban dwellers with a touch of rustic tranquility. Drawing inspiration from the wrinkles of natural tree bark, the grooves of weathered stone, and the forms of fallen leaves, it translates the irregular raw textures of nature into a modern design language.
The collection uses expressive, abstract leaves as the silhouette and incorporates uneven, staggered hammered textures, conveying the rawness and purity of nature. In terms of decoration, it rejects the traditional clutter of fully encrusted gems and beads, opting instead for a single, strategically placed pearl to embody the Eastern aesthetic of negative space (Liubai). The lustrous, plump freshwater pearl creates a striking contrast with the cold, rugged silver leaf, which juxtaposes rigidity with softness and smoothness with roughness, resulting in rich visual layers and a compelling narrative.
In addition, the vertical proportions of the silver piece strictly adhere to the golden ratio, giving a visually lengthening effect to elegantly flatter the neck and face. The lightweight, compact form eliminates any sense of heaviness, enhancing comfort for everyday wear. As for color selection, a low-saturation “dual-white” scheme ingeniously blends cool silver white with warm milk white. Completely abandoning miscellaneous colors, it relies entirely on the inherent hues of the materials to present a premium aesthetic. This pure, understated color combination complements any skin tone and seamlessly integrates into various outfits, effortlessly adapting to diverse scenarios from daily commutes to formal banquets.
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Tsinghua University
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Product Design - Student Design
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ZHAOQING GAOYAO JINHUIDA HARDWARE PRODUCTS CO., LTD
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Product Design - Hardware, Power & Hand Tools
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MK Interior Design
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Interior Design - Residential
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Kateryna Kazachkova
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User Interface (UI) Design - Documentary