This designer focus is on Ruberg, a fine jewellery brand renowned for its minimalist and avant-garde approach to modern luxury.
Drawing inspiration from her Scandinavian heritage, architecture, and sculpture, Kamilla creates pieces characterised by asymmetry and geometric forms. Each design is meticulously handcrafted in Copenhagen, with showrooms in Copenhagen and London.
We caught up with founder Kamilla in her London showroom to learn more about her process.
How long have you worked in the industry and how did you get into the jewellery business?
I moved to London from Copenhagen when I was 20 years old. I knew from early on, that I wanted to be a jeweller. In London, I studied at John Cass, (Metropolitan University) for my Ba, and in 2002 I graduated from the RCA. After finishing the RCA, I opened my studio and shop in Islington in 2004.
Where are you based?
I am based in Copenhagen now. I decided to relocate the business to Denmark back in 2018 mainly for family but also because of Brexit. I now have a beautiful shop and studio in the heart of Copenhagen and a lot of my UK customers come here to visit, but I am also in London for appointments once a month.
How would you describe your style of jewellery?
I am always drawn to the sculptural quality of a piece, and I love when there is an element of surprise and discovery – whether it is an unexpected twist on a classic combination, asymmetry, an use of an unusual technique or the way the piece is worn. For me, the side view of a ring is just as important as the top – it should not be overlooked.
What is your favourite gemstone to work with and why?
Diamonds for their quality to radiate light. Even the smallest diamond can catch your attention, and they often work very well in combinations with other colourful gemstones.
If someone came to you looking for a bespoke ring but had no idea what they're looking for, how do you work with them?
There is always a reason why someone comes to you. I would ask what they have seen in my designs that inspires them which pieces they are drawn to and then take it from there. Then we would narrow down the most important parts, it might be a shape and a colour in a stone, and I would also early on ask into budget, deadline etc. to make sure we are on the right path.
What's your favourite thing about creating bespoke rings?
Very often I end up designing a bespoke piece that inspires me to create a new piece for the collection, and of course, blending my style with a client’s personal vision, creating something meaningful and unique to them is a great achievement.
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