Craft3D Finished Work
Bespoke Timepiece 2D
Sponsored by Richardson Watches
We are delighted to announce a new partnership with Richardson Watches, sponsor of this 2D Design Patron Named Award.
A Freeman of the Goldsmiths’ Company and the City of London, Justin is an award-winning designer and master craftsman, recognised for his quality jewellery and bespoke watches. Combining traditional and contemporary techniques with precious metals and gemstones, his work includes exclusive, limited, one-of-one commissions.
Inspired by his passion for watches, Justin is inviting designers to explore timepiece design in this year’s competition.
This exciting challenge brings a fresh perspective to the 2D Design briefs and an opportunity to showcase creativity and individual ideas for the luxury market.
The Brief
Bespoke Wristwatch
The global market for watches is significant, and the demand for luxury timepieces of distinctive identity remains in vogue and in high demand. Time is the most valuable commodity we have; a handmade timepiece embodies the passion and time needed to create it, and also signifies and endorses this precious commodity to us.
Design a bespoke timepiece wristwatch, tailored for the luxury market, based on the topic of ‘Going Out’ and interpret this in your own way, and what it means/represents to you.
To be made in precious metals using 18ct gold and/or platinum, with gemstones and other complementary materials, with particular attention given to the watch face.
Please note, close scrutiny to detail and accuracy is very important, and your design must include a 1:1 scale drawing within your proposal. Designs can be presented using CAD, drawn by hand or in combination.
The most important thing to remember is the impact of your design concept and how you have creatively responded to the brief.
Judges will be looking for
Imaginative and creative outcomes, showing innovation and aesthetic appeal
Practical and functional solutions
Suitability of proposed materials, processes and methods of manufacture
Highest standards of presentation and visual communication, including inspiration source, design development leading to the final design
Appropriate inclusion of all details as laid out in the brief
Your entry must include the following
Designs are to be presented on one side only and mounted on card, foam board or equivalent backing board
Submissions - 1 x A3 (maximum)
Designs must include a 1.1 scaled drawing
Designs can be created by hand, CAD or in combination
Summary/description integrated within your design
Names should only be visible on the back of the entry
If AI is used, list what and how much
Potential Opportunity
The winner, subject to consideration by the sponsor, will be offered an opportunity to undertake some work experience at Justin Richardson in Kent.
Guidance & Entry Form Requirements
Entries must comply with the 2D design and submission guidelines:
Good standards of visual communication and presentation will be highly regarded;
Description of your design, the concept and material specifications (gemstones, metals etc) must be provided on the design board.
Outline method/s of manufacture where relevant.
Entrants are requested to declare on the entry form if they have had their design rendered by a CAD technician or a digital artist.
Presentation
Designs are to be presented on one side only and mounted on card, foam board or equivalent backing board.
Paper only entries are not acceptable.
For all entries: x1 design board per entry.
Maximum dimensions for 2D Presentation Board
x1 A3 ( 297 mm x 420 mm)
Anonymity
Please ensure your name is on the reverse of your design board;
Do not put your name or identity/logos on the front of the design;
Entries that don’t conform to the above requirements may be disqualified.
10 Jan 2027
Online Entry Form Submission Deadline
12 - 13 - 14 Jan 2027
Entry submission @
The Goldsmiths’ Centre
EC1M 5AD
8th Mar 2027
Awards Ceremony @
The Goldsmiths' Hall
EC2V 6BN
8 - 19 Mar 2027
Awards Exhibition & Events @
The Goldsmiths' Hall
EC2V 6BN
