When I was 15, sitting at a desk with my GCSE art coursework spread out in front of me, I remember flipping through photos of Richard Rogers and Norman Foster buildings and feeling something click. It wasn’t just that I preferred clean lines over ornamentation, it was the realization that architecture was art, not just structure. It carried intention. It shaped experience. It expressed identity without ever raising its voice.
I didn’t know then that this would become the foundation of my jewelry practice. But looking back, it makes perfect sense.
The Architectural Roots Behind My Designs
Growing up in London meant being surrounded by the quiet drama of old stone buildings sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with modern glass structures. That contrast — history and innovation sharing the same skyline — shaped the way I see design.
Architecture was never background noise for me. It was a visual language. One that blended:
- intention
- geometry
- balance
- negative space
The very elements I now sculpt into sterling silver.
Travel deepened that fascination. Walking through the Suzhou Garden in China, for example, I became obsessed with the geometric window screens, their ability to frame space, create rhythm, and guide how you see the world. And then there’s Albert Bridge in London, with its delicate roundels and elegant engineering. These forms stay with me long after the plane lands back in New York.
Translating Architecture Into Jewelry
My design process starts long before silver ever hits the bench. I look for shapes, patterns, and structural relationships that spark something.
What I ask myself:
- How does this structure use negative space?
- Where is the balance point?
- What gives the form its strength?
From there, the geometric essence becomes the blueprint for a wearable piece — something bold, minimal, and intentionally composed.
The Thames Collection - A Love Letter to London
Inspired by the circular motifs of Albert Bridge, this collection takes the engineering beauty of the structure and distills it into clean, architectural forms.
The negative space in these pieces holds as much power as the silver. It mirrors the balance between delicacy and strength that defines the bridge itself.
The Lattice Collection - Geometry with Breathing Room
This collection draws from the geometric screens of the Master of the Nets Garden in Suzhou. Those lattices are masterclasses in rhythm, repetition, and the art of framing space.
Here, the open areas aren’t empty. They create structure. Here are some photos from my trip to China back in 2019. So much inspiration here.
The Metropolis Collection - The City Grid, Reimagined
Inspired by NYC’s city grid and Mondrian’s later work in the city, the Metropolis pieces celebrate movement, clarity, and balance.
These designs echo the rhythm of streets, the alignment of windows, and the geometry that choreographs how we move through urban space.
Why Geometric Jewelry Resonates
Geometric jewelry is more than shapes, it’s structure distilled. People who love architecture, design, minimalism, or clean aesthetics often gravitate toward these forms instinctively.
They feel intentional, balanced, and confident without being loud.
Final Reflection
Architecture isn’t something we only walk through, it’s something we can carry. The clean lines, the geometry, the quiet confidence of intentional design… they become wearable reminders of the structures that inspire us.
FAQs
Q: What makes jewelry “architectural”?
A: Architectural jewelry is built around structure, balance, and intentional design. It uses geometry and negative space the way buildings do to create clarity and form.
Q: How does travel inspire your jewelry?
A: I’m constantly collecting shapes, patterns, and structural ideas from the places I visit - bridges, windows, skylines, gardens. They often become the spark for new pieces.
Q: What’s the difference between geometric and architectural jewelry?
A: Geometric jewelry uses shapes; architectural jewelry uses design principles. It’s more about intention than motif.
Q: Why do designers and architects love geometric jewelry?
A: Because it echoes the values of their work: minimalism, proportion, and structural integrity.