Conceptual depth, precise craftsmanship, and intimate presence guide the work.
About the Designer
I am a jewelry designer currently studying jewelry design at Pforzheim University in Germany. Before turning to jewelry, I completed a master’s degree in art theory in Seoul, where my research focused on American Abstract Expressionism.
My background in art theory continues to shape my approach to making. Ideas of gesture, rhythm, color, surface, and immaterial sensation are translated into three-dimensional, wearable objects through metal and gemstones.
Another important aspect of my background is my cultural origin. Born in Seoul, South Korea, my visual sensibility has been shaped by both East Asian aesthetic traditions and Western art discourse, allowing me to approach jewelry as a site of cultural translation and layered perception.
FROM CONCEPT TO FORM
My practice encompasses the entire process of jewellery creation, from initial sketches and CAD modelling to wax carving, metalsmithing, polishing, and finishing. Combining traditional craftsmanship with digital techniques allows me to approach each piece with a deep understanding of form, proportion, structure, and detail.
My design approach emphasises refined aesthetics, considered proportions, and individuality. Each piece is developed with a distinct character, reflecting the identity of its wearer. Conceived as an intimate object worn close to the body, my jewellery extends beyond adornment to become something deeply personal.
Selected Exhibitions & Projects
Munich Jewellery Week 2026
Munich, Germany | Mar 4–8, 2026
Exhibited two projects, “A Moving Altar” and “Control and Chance.”
Inhorgenta 2026
Munich, Germany | Feb 20–23, 2026
Exhibited the Semester 3 project “A Moving Altar.”
Dutch Design Week 2025
Eindhoven, Netherlands | Oct 2025
Exhibited the Semester 2 project “Tisch zu Mund” as part of Dutch Design Week.
The K-Aperitivi Lab — “Spritz & Gim (Seaweed)”
Milan, Italy | Apr 2025
Participated in an international collaborative project, developing and presenting a performance exploring K-culture-inspired aperitifs using various types of seaweed.
Approach
Research
Art history and theory inform the design process, exploring cultural references, symbolism, and the meanings behind objects.
Handcraft
Each piece is handcrafted through metalwork and gemstones, allowing material, texture, and structure to shape the final object.
Refinement
A pursuit of contemporary elegance through sculptural forms, balanced proportions, and meticulous detailing.