We had the pleasure of collaborating with Mosaic Sales Solutions and Google Canada to bring the 2023 edition of the Google Search Honours Awards to life.
The trophies began as custom 3D models, which were 3D printed and sanded smooth before being molded in tin-cure silicone. Tin-cure was chosen to minimize the risk of cure inhibition, ensuring clean and consistent castings. Each trophy was produced in Smooth-Cast 326 urethane resin, carefully pressure-cast for bubble free results.
To match Google’s brand colours, we ran multiple dye tests until we achieved the exact tones from the provided renders. After casting, every trophy was meticulously wet-sanded by hand, progressing from 220 grit all the way to 2000 grit, before receiving a durable 2K automotive clear coat at a professional paint shop for a sleek, high-gloss finish.
The white tops required an especially delicate process: they were painted matte white with removable vinyl applied for the design. Removing the vinyl was a challenge—if the paint peeled, the entire piece had to be resanded and redone. After a few trials, we perfected the process to ensure consistency across the full run.
The end result was a collection of trophies that captured both the prestige of the event and the polish of a world-class brand.
