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The House of Sol

The House of Sol lock, a revolutionary addition to contemporary jewelry, combines luxury and functionality. Crafted from high-quality materials like 24k gold, 14k gold adorned with diamonds, or gold-filled 925 silver, it offers unique customization. Its innovative dual-opening mechanism, operable with one hand, allows for easy swapping of elements such as pearls or turquoise, providing versatility in style. This detachable lock, compatible with various necklaces, challenges the norm of fixed locks in jewelry design and serves sustainability principles without compromising quality.

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Emerald Ribbon Ring

In both Eastern and Western cultures, the bowknot holds historical significance, often linked with elegance and significant social events. The designer approaches the theme of entwined ribbons with a fresh perspective, crafting a dual-purpose piece that balances opulence and simplicity for daily wear. The diamond ribbon ring spans elegantly across two fingers, with discreet clasps enabling its transformation into two distinct components: a bowknot pendant reminiscent of a four-leaf clover, and a single-knot ring symbolizing confidence and minimalist style.

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Organic

The Organic line works the fold by means of a rolled and, depending on the case, warped surface. The formal feature that articulates the product line is the cleft, both horizontally and vertically. This involves the transformation of flat geometric shapes (rectangles and squares) into volumetric shapes (slits) by means of straight cross sections and strategic joints at a point. The cleft contributes mainly to the meaning of the concepts of rhythm and organicity.

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Makina Andras I

Makina Watches wanted to design a black sheep in the rectangular watch category that's already full of art deco inspired dress watches. That's why Andras I was born as a sports watch with a bolder and more modern approach. Coated in stealth black, its stainless steel case is composed of slopes and angular shapes that make up its multifaceted design. Its octagonal case is designed to taper around a larger movement for less volume and increased wearability. Its dial is multi-layered and 3 dimensional and its strap is muscular and shapely to look more imposing from every angle.

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Troitsk

Crafted with emeralds, sapphires, diamonds and 18k gold, the Troitsk Emerald Ring features carefully braided gemstones and diamonds clustered together, and enameling that gives the ring an elegant glow. The ring took its inspiration from blooming flowers and their beauty in full bloom, with the emerald cut selected for this piece, making it an inspired piece to wear on the finger. Green is a gift from nature, a color truly associated with the plant world, and gives this emerald ring a sense of individuality.

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Astronef

Astronef is heir to both ancestral know-how and an unyielding desire to create the design of tomorrow. Its character combines adrenaline and contemporary art. It showcases recently introduced technology involving two tourbillons rotating in opposite directions at high speed. They cross paths 18 times per hour and are built on two different levels. This gives life to a captivating animation, which unfolds before the wondering gaze. In all, six distinct elements are in motion: two satellite tourbillons rotating around the dial, as well as their two cages and their two counterweights.

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Design interview of the day

Read the latest interviews and conversations on design, creativity and innovation between design journalist and world-famous designers, artists and architects. See latest design projects and award-winning designs by famous designers, artists, architects and innovators. Discover new insights on creativity, innovation, arts, design and architecture. Learn about design processes of great designers.

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