O le mamanu Subsidence Jewelry Teuga e Akhil Mane o se manumalo maualuga tele o le fa'ailoga mamalu 2025 A' Design Award Uʻamea i le Vaega Tauva Mamanu Mea Teuteuga.

UʻameaMea Teuteuga· 2025

Subsidence Jewelry Teuga

na mamanuina e Akhil Mane

Tagata Fa'atau: National Institute of Design

Manumalo o le A' Design Award Uʻamea i le Vaega Mea Teuteuga

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Le Mamanu

E Uiga ia Subsidence Jewelry Teuga

Ua faia mai mea e maua mai i auala fa'amaoni, o lenei fa'aputuga teuga tulaga ese e fa'alauiloa ai le pa'ūga o le eleele. O le pito i fafo 'apamemea e le tutusa e fa'atusa ai le fogāeleele pa'ūpa'ū, ae o lā fano e fa'ailoga ai a'afiaga e o'o atu i le totonu. O lenei mamanu fa'atatau lelei i le tino, e pei o fa'avaeina o papa o le lalolagi, e fa'aalia ai vaega eseese o palapala, ma avea ma fa'amanatu manino o taunuuga o gaioiga a tagata. E fa'amalosia ai e lenei fa'aputuga i latou e fai ona mea teuteu e avea ma tagata fa'atau malamalama ma tautua mo se lumana'i sili atu ona tumau.

Le Fa'ailogaina

E Uiga i le A' Design Award Uʻamea

O le A' Design Award Uʻamea na manumalo ai Subsidence Jewelry Teuga, o se faamaoniga mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu lelei e faataunuu ai manaʻoga faapolofesa ma pisinisi e faamoemoeina mai galuega ua mamanuina lelei. O ē manumalo i le Uʻamea e faaalia ai le tomai tele, le faapitoa maualuga, le malamalama o tagata poto ma le mafai fatufatuaʻi o ē na faia. E faamoemoeina Subsidence Jewelry Teuga e avea ma mea ua matuā vivii, mataʻina ma pelepelea e aogā ma fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Uʻamea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili o le pisinisi ma e iai uiga faatekonolosi mafai ua fesoʻotaʻi ma le poto ma le taleni. Ona o lona faatuatuaina, e tatau ai Subsidence Jewelry Teuga ona faaaloalogia ma ua mamanuina e tuuina mai ai faaleleiga o le olaga e fesoasoani e faia ai e le lalolagi se nofoaga e sili atu ona lelei.

I Tua o le Mamanu

Pepa Fa'asalalau

Fa'amaoniaga, sui o le 'au ma fa'amatalaga fa'atekinisi na saunia e le tagata mamanu.

Uiga Fa'apitoa: The collection is a unique line of jewelry designed to spark conversation and raise awareness about the environmental issue of land subsidence. Inspired by this natural phenomenon, the pieces are ingeniously crafted from ethically sourced, recyclable metals and statement piece that reflect the subtle beauty of the earth's delicate balance.
Fua & Fa'apipi'i: Ethically sourced and unlacquered brass and copper metal, Neckpiece:269mm, Armlet:172mm, finger Ring:67mm diax18mm
Fa'ailoga: Sustainability, Non-precious Jewelry, Environmental Awareness, Unconventional Jewelry, Conscious Consumer
Tekonolosi Gaosiga: The collection, made from brass and copper metal plates, was initially prototyped through meticulous handcrafting and cutting techniques. However, for mass production, we plan to implement laser cutting technology to optimize the manufacturing process. Laser cutting will allow for precision in shaping the metal sheets, significantly reducing material wastage and ensuring uniformity across each piece. This advanced production method will not only streamline the process but also make it more sustainable by maximizing resource efficiency. The switch to laser cutting will ensure scalability while maintaining the intricate details and quality of the handcrafted prototypes.
Lu'itau o le Mamanu: The creative challenge of this project lay in translating a complex environmental issue—land subsidence—into a compelling and wearable form of jewelry that would resonate with consumers. The research challenge involved not only ensuring scientific accuracy but also making the concept approachable and meaningful through design. Balancing aesthetics with a powerful message was crucial, as the jewelry needed to be visually appealing while also serving as a conversation starter about environmental sustainability. Additionally, the challenge extended to sourcing ethical materials and developing sustainable production methods, ensuring that the creation of the jewelry aligned with the collection's environmental values.
Su'esu'ega: Crafted with precision and a commitment to sustainability, the Subsidence Jewellery collection is a unique line of adornments designed to raise awareness about the pressing environmental issue of land subsidence. Each piece, meticulously crafted from ethically sourced, recyclable materials, serves as a tangible reminder of the delicate balance between humans and the natural world.
Its ergonomic yet uneven, fractured copper exterior mimics the earth's cracked and uneven surface. Delving deeper, brass layers depict the descent, symbolizing the impact that travels beyond the surface, affecting the Earth's core.
This design, reminiscent of geological formations, utilizes contrasting copper and brass to visually represent the varying soil strata, all serving as a stark reminder of the unseen consequences of human activity.
The collection's thoughtfully designed elements foster a deeper connection with the environmental challenges facing our planet, inspiring wearers to take conscious action and become advocates for a more sustainable future.
Fa'aosofia: The collection draws inspiration from the pressing environmental issue of land subsidence, a phenomenon caused by the over-exploitation of groundwater, leading to the gradual sinking of land. This jewelry serves as a symbolic reminder of the consequences of human activity on the natural world, highlighting the fragile balance we share with our environment.
Umi o le Poloketi: The Project started in March 2024 in India and finished in April 2024, and was part of Design India show- Student Category in August 2024.
Fa'agasologa o Galuega: It is crafted from non-precious metals, embodies a powerful message of environmental awareness. Each piece becomes more than just an adornment; it serves as a tangible reminder of the delicate balance between human activity and the natural world. The wearer, by choosing this jewelry, becomes a conscious consumer, actively participating in a movement towards sustainability. The collection's design, incorporating elements that respond to the wearer's environment or link to educational resources, encourages deeper engagement and awareness of the issue of land subsidence. In essence, these pieces are not merely objects of beauty, but catalysts for positive change.
Sui o le 'Au: Akhil Mane
Fa'aaloaloga o Ata: #1: The ring reflects the instability of sinking land
Photographer: Yash Bopche Model: Jayana Shah, #2: Through adornment, action for a sustainable future Photographer: Yash Bopche Model: Jayana Shah, #3 Maintaining harmony with nature Photographer: Yash Bopche Model: Jayana Shah, #4 The interconnectedness Photographer: Yash Bopche Model: Jayana Shah, #5 Cautionary tale Photographer: Yash Bopche Model: Jayana Shah