Other Designers at The Steensons
The Steensons stock over 50 European and local designers. Below is a small selection to give you a taster but a visit to the Belfast store is a must to see all the designers on offer.
Henrich & Denzel
The name Henrich & Denzel stands for exclusive jewellery made from platinum and diamonds, for values which endure. Developing collections with a clear style, which not only reflect the beauty of our time but also become modern classics which stand the test of time regardless of fashion trends. Henrich & Denzel have a clear profile: they focus on essentials, there are no unconsidered compromises. This also includes their choice of material. Using precious metals only in their natural colours, this means as white precious metal, naturally white platinum, and as yellow precious metal, yellow gold. They make a clear connection between material and shape, between function and aesthetics. The working of platinum requires a high level of skill and experience. At Henrich & Denzel the traditional goldsmith’s craft and sophisticated technology are combined to create exquisite pieces of jewellery.
Furrer-Jacot
In 1858 Jean-Jacques Arbenz set up Furrer Jacot in Schaffhausen, where he knew he would find one of the elements so essential to the production of his sophisticated jewellery creations: a long-established tradition of fine craftsmanship. Even today, this is a tradition still proudly upheld at Furrer-Jacot. Although the former one-man business is now an international jewellery manufacturer with a staff of nearly 100, they still attach the greatest importance to craftsmanship of the highest standard. Furrer-Jacot are not in the mass goods market so they do not produce ‘to stock.’ Each customer’s wishes are treated individually and each creation is made to order. Individuality and exclusivity is the philosophy that guides them.
Fulton Inspired Jewellery
Fulton Inspired Jewellery was established in July 1990 by Brian Fulton and the current modern workshop can be found in the awe inspiring surroundings of the Lake District. With over 23 years experience Brian Fulton is a designer and craftsman of both traditional and contemporary jewellery. His latest design “Fresh Jewellery,” an exciting and exquisite range in Platinum, 18ct gold and diamond, sits well alongside the work of other contemporary designers at The Steensons.
Jane Adam
Jane Adam’s jewellery can be seen in galleries, exhibitions and, most importantly, being worn by discerning people, all around the world. Her work is the result of twenty years of constant innovation and experimentation with a modern industrial material: anodised aluminium. With this everyday material, she creates something new and unexpected, where soft marks and subtle colours exist on a shimmery, iridescent surface. Thus, she creates pieces that extend traditional jewellery values: those of beauty, femininity and preciousness. Her work explores female sensuality, both in the nature of the forms themselves and in the way they feel when worn. By becoming part of the wearer’s experience and expression, her jewellery is transformed and complete.
Jill Graham
Jill Graham is one of Northern Ireland’s up and coming jewellery designers. Specializing in high quality, contemporary jewellery, Jill works only in precious metals, mainly sterling silver and 18ct gold. Each item of jewellery is handmade and individual. The main source of inspiration for Jill’s work comes from organic structures, elements of plant life. She also likes to explore themes of layering, movement and texture. This intuitive and spontaneous way of working takes full advantage of the natural qualities and beauty of the materials. The unique and beautiful designs of Jill Graham are attracting attention at home and abroad.
Marcin Zaremski
Marcin Zaremski is the physical and spiritual heir of Jerzy and Jadwiga Zaremski, who are thought to be the forerunners and creators of the Polish Modern Jewellery Art School. Marcin studied at Warsaw Academy of Fine Arts, at the same time gaining knowledge of jewellery skills at his parents’ art studio. Since 1974 Marcin Zaremski has been producing his personal and unique jewellery pieces. Be it when drawing on the diversity of states in which amber is found, or using the colour contrast of copper, silver and gold his pieces always make a dramatic statement.
Andrew Geoghegan
Andrew understands that to be a successful jewellery designer many factors must be considered such as trends, practicality, durability and innovation. However the crucial element in capturing the attention of an individual and evoking emotion within them is the aesthetics. Aesthetics can be broken down into several areas such as balance and proportion though Andrew believes that simplicity is the key. To captivate an individual further Andrew may develop certain characteristics within his designs by displaying aspects of the stones usually hidden, combining classic elements with contemporary or by involving moving or removable parts. Each creation however simple it may at first appear, has been meticulously designed and Andrew approaches each piece as a functional sculpture.
Becky Crow
Becky Crow’s work has always had a strongly illustrative leaning. It grows out of drawings and sketches some observational, some imagined. Stories or poems are captured in silver and transformed into miniature scenes telling out across the surface of a brooch or hanging as a pendant. The focus often revolves around people, with recent work exploring relationships and connections and asking the questions; where do we fit in the world? Who are our family? Our friends? How do we connect with them? What journeys are we on? Other pieces follow different themes; some are just playful accessories, and some take inspiration from the natural world- a flight of birds, butterflies in summer, the jewellery resonant with memories of watching these things.