Faculty of Design

Material Art & Design

Zhou Wang

Two Finger Ring #2

Three distinct designs of the two-fingered are created using different materials1. Silver ring2. Silver ring with cement3. Resin ring with cement

“Arkirra: Ark of Humanity 舟 intricately fuses architectural philosophies and processes, intertwining the echoes of history with the whispers of contemporary art and the hum of digital technology. This collection of 3D-printed silver rings scaffolds our co-constructed Identities across generations. My passion for modern architecture lies at the heart of Arkirra, nourished by my pilgrimage to the most innovative architecture globally. As we praise the greatest human collective achievements of our civilization, the world experienced a profound socio-cultural shift in the post-pandemic world. This disruption kindles my desire to unite modern landmarks with the dynamic energy of digital fabrication.My jewelry design practice emerges through reinforced concrete technology. After numerous iterations, I employed the rebar as an icon to symbolize my jewelry brand. Arkirra envisions a world where tradition and technology elegantly intertwine, transforming architectural marvels into contemporary treasures. With each piece, I aim to ignite a renewed love for human strength and flexibility”