Fading reefs
Project
Otherness to Oneness explored the relationship between humans and nature through the idea that “We are Nature and Nature is Us.” The project began by investigating the significance of nature through key themes and identifying critical environmental challenges affecting the natural world today. Through research, reflection, and material exploration, the goal was to translate these insights into a wearable piece of jewelry. The final outcome symbolized the interconnectedness between humans and nature, expressing the idea that we are not separate from the environment but part of a single, shared entity.
Process
Story Development – Coral Bleaching
Researching coral bleaching as an environmental issue and building a narrative around the fragile relationship between humans and marine ecosystems.
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Inspiration & Research
Exploring visual references, natural forms, textures, patterns, and symbolism related to corals, marine life, and interconnected ecosystems.
Form Exploration
Experimenting with shapes, structures, and abstractions derived from coral formations to translate natural elements into wearable forms.
Jewellery Exploration
Developing multiple concepts through sketching, material testing, prototyping, and evaluating wearability and meaning.
Final Product
Refining the selected concept into a final jewelry piece that communicates the theme of oneness between humans and nature while reflecting the impact of coral bleaching.
Design intent
To create awareness on the effects of coral bleaching That affects the entire reef ecosystem, on which people and wildlife depend.
THE TRANSITION OF COLORFUL TO COLORLESS.
Explorations
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Making
Final Products
Headgear
Broach
Design Concepts
Learnings
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Learned to identify and extract fundamental forms from natural inspirations, using them as a starting point for form development and jewellery ideation.
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Explored a range of materials and making techniques, gaining a better understanding of how different materials behave, transform, and influence the final form.
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Understood the importance of research and inspiration in guiding the design process, and how abstract concepts can be translated into tangible forms.
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Developed the ability to visualize jewellery in three dimensions, considering scale, proportion, and placement on the body to enhance both aesthetics and wearability.
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Learned how color, form, texture, and materiality work together to evoke emotions and communicate a narrative through jewellery.
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Realized that jewellery is more than an ornament—it can carry stories, emotions, and deeper meanings, creating a personal connection between the wearer and the piece.
