David Stonehouse, Winner 2018/19“The whole thing was fascinating – it was illuminating to be able to dip into a completely different industry from our own and see how quality and craftsmanship are equally pursued and valued.
Silversmiths
Design a trio of silver candle holders that exploit the interplay of light, shadow and reflection to create an abstract depiction and representation of the traditional English rose.
As Champagne Gosset continues it’s partnership with the Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Awards, now in its seventh year, they are pleased to offer another Gosset inspired challenge for creative designers.
Heritage & Context
Gosset is a boutique Champagne House, located in the historic heart of Champagne, in the town of Epernay in northern France. The company was founded in 1584 and is the oldest wine house in the champagne region. They remain family owned and employ handmade, traditional techniques to make their wines. Their success is founded history, heritage and a willingness to combine traditional knowledge whilst being receptive to adopt contemporary techniques where beneficial.
The Brief
Champagne Gosset invite you to design a trio of silver candle holders that exploit the interplay of light, shadow and reflection to create an abstract depiction and representation of the traditional English rose in a modern, innovative and attractive way. Individual interpretations to create unique proposals are encouraged.
When working on your design entry please take the following into account:
If the winning design meets expectations, the candle holders could be produced by Gosset, in a small-scale production run, presented in a giftbox with a bottle of Gosset Champagne. These should complement Gosset’s house style, which looks to clean lines and elegance, with wine in which freshness and fruitiness predominate.
These need to fit within and complement Gosset’s existing giftbox as illustrated. The space available is approximately 190mm W by x 90mm D by 330mm H, including protective packaging. Please consider how the holders will be positioned in the box for display and presentation.
The Gosset logo must be included on at least one of the products, visible on the front but it doesn’t necessarily need to be a major part of the design. (see below the 3 Gosset logos...)
Your entry should be presented at 1:1 scale and include measurements, material specification and brief description of the manufacturing techniques intended to produce your candleholders.
Because Gosset may wish to take the winning design into production in a range of metals, this should be considered during the design process.
An unmissable opportunity
The winner of the Champagne Gosset prize will receive an all-expenses paid, behind the scenes visit, to Champagne Gosset’s headquarters in France. You will be shown how Gosset champagnes are made in the vineyards, winery and cellars and finally in the bottle through a series of tastings and meals.
For more information about Champagne Gosset please visit www.champagne-gosset.com
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 Silversmithing Design
x1 A1 (594 x 841 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.
Gosset is a boutique Champagne House, located in the historic heart of Champagne, in the town of Epernay in northern France. The company was founded in 1584 and is the oldest winery in the champagne region. They remain family owned and employ handmade, traditional techniques to make their wines.
Gosset are proud to have been awarded two important quality marques. The first, Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (a living history company) is a French government backed award that recognises companies that demonstrate excellence in craftsmanship and traditional industrial know-how. Gosset are one of only two Champagne Houses to hold this award. The second, Excellence Francaise, is an award that highlight France’s most dynamic businesses in terms of their talent, creativity and capacity for innovation.
14 Jan 2025
Online Entry Form submission deadline
14 - 16 Jan 2025
Entry submission @ The Goldsmiths’ Centre, EC1M 5AD
3rd Mar 2025
Awards Ceremony @ The Goldsmiths' Hall, EC2V 6BN
4 - 7 Mar 2025
Awards Exhibition @ The Goldsmiths' Hall, EC2V 6BN
13 - 14 Mar 2025
Entry collection days @ The Goldsmiths’ Centre, EC1M 5AD
