We had the honour of designing and producing stone awards for the Brand Leader event. It is one of the most important platforms recognising and rewarding excellence in branding, marketing, and strategic communication. Brand Leader brings together leading brands and professionals. Those who continuously push market boundaries and shape contemporary business practices.
The central idea of the event is clearly expressed through its visual identity. The Brand Leader logo symbolises thinking outside the box. Strong and recognisable brands often step beyond established patterns and create their own path. This symbolism was translated into a stone figure. Form, volume, and the relationship between surfaces were used as the primary means of expression.
The stone award is shaped as a tall rectangular form. This geometry suggests elevation, stability, and professional growth. A simple yet precise cut was made into the main volume. This cut symbolises stepping outside the frame. A subtle shift of the rectangle further emphasises the idea of deviation and innovation. In this way, the core message of Brand Leader is visually interpreted. The form remains clean and clear. Free of unnecessary elements, yet strong in meaning.
The name of the award and the corporate identity of the event are discreetly carved into the stone. This approach does not dominate the form. Instead, it complements it and creates balance between design and message. The award thus becomes a kind of pedestal. A pedestal that elevates the work, effort, and success of the awarded brands. The message is clear. Quality brands are built on strong and lasting foundations.
Made from natural stone, the award symbolises durability, value, and permanence. The stone award is 18 cm high. This dimension gives it sufficient presence and weight. At the same time, it retains an elegance suitable for formal ceremonies. Each piece is precisely finished. Particular attention is given to the edges, surface quality, and a pleasant tactile experience.
At Jakšić Gallery and in our workshop, we regularly design and produce custom-made stone awards and stone figures. These projects are developed in close collaboration with clients. From the initial idea to the final execution. They are always adapted to the identity of the event, institution, or brand. Stone awards are used at business events, cultural occasions, and anniversaries. They often serve as lasting symbols of recognition and appreciation.
Our clients include the Croatian National Tourist Board, the Faculty of Economics in Split, MALL OF SPLIT, Hajduk, Biseri Mora, the Museum of Glass, and many others. The stone awards we create are not merely acknowledgements of momentary success. They are lasting objects. They carry value, symbolism, and a story carved in stone.
