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Sam Lafford Featured Maker at DesignYard: Jewellery That Carries Light, Direction & Meaning
At DesignYard, we have always been drawn to jewellery that goes beyond ornament — pieces that hold story, symbolism, and emotional depth alongside exceptional craftsmanship. Few contemporary Irish jewellers embody...
Angela Hübel Jewellery: Sculptural Rings as Wearable Forms
Angela Hübel is a contemporary jewellery designer renowned for her sculptural ring designs. Based in Germany, she has spent decades exploring the ring as a form — not just as...
Diana Porter Jewellery: The Art of Etching & Meaningful Design
Diana Porter is renowned for her distinctive etched jewellery, combining organic design with deeply personal meaning. Her work has built a strong following across the UK and Ireland, and remains...
Green Tourmaline: A Collector’s Journal on Colour and Craft
In the world of contemporary jewellery, colour is no longer an accessory — it is identity. Among gemstones, Green Tourmaline has quietly earned a place of distinction: rare, nuanced, and...
Featured Maker: Martina Hamilton — Irish Wedding & Engagement Rings Inspired by the Sea
At DesignYard, we are always drawn to makers whose work carries a strong sense of place. This April, we are delighted to welcome Martina Hamilton as our Featured Maker—an Irish...
Meet the Makers at MANU Schmuck
There are brands that follow trends and then there are brands that quietly build their own design language. MANU is firmly the second. If you know their work, you can...
Behind the Craft at Niessing
For over 150 years, Niessing has been making, or better put, reinventing jewellery. Since 1873, everything, from design to making - happens under one roof in Vreden, Germany. What arrives...
Featured Maker: Henrich & Denzel — Timeless Purity in Platinum
At DesignYard, we’re always drawn to makers who balance artistry, precision and authenticity. And few do it as beautifully as Henrich & Denzel. From their atelier on the shores of...
Featured Maker: Stephanie Robinson - Falling Leaves
At DesignYard, we are delighted to showcase the first full collection by contemporary jeweller Stephanie Robinson. Known for her thoughtful designs and her ability to weave stories into precious metals...
3 of Our Own at Romanian Jewellery Week
This October, we’re thrilled to see three of our very own DesignYard makers stepping onto the international stage at Romanian Jewellery Week 2025 in Bucharest. Nicole van der Wolf, Siobhán...
Featured Maker: Ngozi Elobuike — Wine Entrepreneur & Cultural Broker
This month at DesignYard we’re doing something a little different. Instead of a jewellery maker, we’re shining a light on an inspiring wine entrepreneur and her sparkling new project. Meet Ngozi...
Sam Lafford Jewellery: Heritage Craftsmanship Meets Contemporary Irish Design
Sam Lafford is a Dublin-based fine jewellery designer and goldsmith whose work bridges heritage craftsmanship with contemporary design innovation. Known for his storytelling approach to jewellery, he creates pieces that...
