About
Studio Bernadine Ypma
Jewelery has been my main interest from an early age. My art studies started in 1999 at the art academy in Maastricht and the University of Amsterdam. I worked in galleries and museums with Dutch Design and jewelry collections. In 2022 I founded Studio Bernadine Ypma as a result of my love for making silver and gold jewelry by hand and discovering new designs and techniques.
Inspiration
As an art historian turned goldsmith, I am inspired by my favorite art and architectural movements from the (recent) past. I like concrete and steel. Raw and powerfull. When I walk through cities I am fascinated by how the architecture surrounds me. I want to be able to capture that feeling, the imposing, creative and tough, and keep it with me. I do this by building up jewelery with silver, gold and precious stones. Architecture that you can wear.
Wearable design
I always make my designs only once or in a small edition, so you wear something unique. It is my ambition to make jewelry that becomes part of your identity. Jewelry that you wear with you for years.
I like statement items that are tactile and pleasant to wear. I make sure that the jewelry fits perfectly on the body and is lightweight. Expertly crafted in 925 silver and 14k gold, the high-quality pieces will last for decades. In order to also be able to offer gold jewelery for a lower price, I have added some vermeil pieces to the collection.
Sustainability
Sustainability is important to me and I innovate to make the production process fully circular. Think of recycled silver and gold and replacing chemical substances with natural alternatives. The Studio is located in Hof van Cartesius, a circularly built breeding ground for sustainable creatives.