Jewelry designer Yuliya Kutovaya presents the new Lagan Osmium collection, created in collaboration with the Osmium Institute. The collection embodies a contemporary approach to design, merging tradition with innovation.

At the core of the concept lies the aesthetic of traditional Eastern culture combined with the uniqueness of osmium as an innovative jewelry material.

–Yuliya Kutovaya Said:

“The idea for the collection originated from the image of the Uzbek lagan — a round, decorated serving plate traditionally placed at the center of the table, around which guests gather. In my imagination, I sought to unite this symbol of Eastern hospitality with a material that represents something truly unique and captivating. Osmium became a metaphor for the central element around which form and ornament are built.”

Crystalline osmium is an innovative platinum group metal — the rarest and densest precious metal in the world. It is highly resistant to external influences, and its natural structure does not require cutting.

The Lagan Osmium pieces are adorned with the refined vegetal “Islimi” pattern — a traditional Eastern ornament commonly found in wood carving. The tactile relief of the jewelry conveys the sensation of natural surfaces, while the contemporary interpretation of the ornament reflects the artistic heritage of Uzbekistan.

The design allows for transformation: the central osmium element can be easily removed.

The collection already has its own story. Last year, Yuliya Kutovaya presented her design at the Osmium Visionary Contest in Germany and subsequently continued her creative collaboration with the Osmium Institute. The collection will be showcased in May at the international exhibition GemGenève in Switzerland.