Aiming to help add an additional layer of complexity when it comes to jewelry rings, the Fountain Ring by Yuki Sugihara creates imagery through running water. Winner of the A'Design Award for Jewelry, the Fountain Ring by Yuki Sugihara is crafted from a 3D-printed wax model that has been cast in precious metal. The precious rings seem somewhat abstractly beautiful when worn, yet reveal a surprise when placed under a stream of running water.
The various jewelry rings will create either a butterfly or a spider using only water that spills overtop of the ring and outward to the top and sides to create a form. This helps to add an unexpected design characteristic that's truly charming to witness.
The Fountain Ring is the design work of Yuki Sugihara and Munetaka Ishikawa.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Water-inspired Jewelry
- Creating jewelry that incorporates water as a design element presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the fashion industry.
- Interactive Jewelry
- Designing jewelry that reacts to external factors, such as water, opens up possibilities for interactive accessories and personalized experiences.
- 3d-printed Jewelry
- Utilizing 3D printing technology in the creation of jewelry allows for intricate and customizable designs, revolutionizing the jewelry industry.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can explore incorporating water-inspired jewelry designs to provide unique and captivating accessories.
- Luxury Goods
- Incorporating interactive elements, like water, into luxury jewelry can offer customers an exclusive and immersive experience, enhancing the value of the goods.
- 3D Printing
- Advancements in 3D printing technology can disrupt the traditional jewelry manufacturing process, enabling the creation of intricate and customizable designs.
