What the INHORGENTA Award really says about its winners

^{Cover image: Winner 2025 in the category „Designer of the Year“ – Kathrine Lindman Norwegian Jewelry}

The INHORGENTA Award is one of the most prestigious awards in the jewelry, watch and gemstone industry.

He stands for orientation, for standards – and for decisions that extend far beyond the moment of the award ceremony.

Because behind every award are not only unique pieces of jewelry, watches and gemstones, a great deal of craftsmanship, but also the judgment of a high-caliber jury. Their work is characterized by intensive engagement, comparisons, discussions, and a trained eye for detail. Evaluation is not based on isolation, but on context: idea, execution, craftsmanship, design, impact, and uniqueness. This is precisely where the special significance of this award lies.

Concept, independence and design

The criteria for awarding prizes are clear and consistent. The jury recognizes whether a design stems from a sound concept – and whether this is consistently reflected in the design, formal language, and choice of materials. Originality is not necessarily expressed through sheer volume, but rather through character.

Design becomes a visible expression of identity: precise, balanced, often deliberately timeless, or sometimes provocative and closely aligned with current trends. Works that truly convince need no explanation – their quality is evident in the coherence of the whole.

Craftsmanship and understanding of materials

A key focus is on the craftsmanship. This is where it's decided whether an idea has substance. The masterful handling of materials, perfectly crafted details, precise proportions, and functionalities testify to experience and manufacturing expertise.

Understanding materials means respecting their properties and using them creatively – not pushing them beyond their limits. The jury carefully observes whether technology, craftsmanship, and design are in harmony.

Value, authenticity and durability

True value emerges where multiple elements converge. It lies in the use of high-quality materials, which inherently possess lasting value, as well as in the conviction with which they are processed and designed. The outstanding pieces are not interchangeable; rather, they embody a clear concept – authenticity arises from the harmony of material, design, and execution.

At the same time, these works are firmly rooted in the present. They capture the spirit of the times, translate current trends into a distinctive language, and yet avoid fleetingness. Permanence here arises not from the opposition to topicality, but from the ability to connect the present with duration – in terms of design, craftsmanship, and emotion.

Responsibility and meaning

Increasingly, questions of responsibility are also being factored into the evaluation. Conscious material selection, traceable origin, and durable concepts are understood as an integral part of quality – not as an additional argument.

The INHORGENTA Award sets a precedent. It makes visible which values count today and which attitude shapes the future of the industry: quality with depth, design with meaning, and craftsmanship with soul.

The award doesn't simply recognize products. It honors convictions – and makes visible where something special is created from idea, skill and attitude.

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