Whether you have a detailed vision or just the spark of an idea, our custom jewelry design process brings it to life. Want to redesign a family heirloom into something modern? We do that too. At our Torpedo Factory studio in Old Town Alexandria, you'll work directly with our designers through every step, from concept sketches to the moment you hold your finished piece.
Schedule a consultation at our Alexandria studio or connect with us online. Bring your inspiration photos, sketches, loose gemstones, or family pieces you want to redesign. We'll discuss your vision, budget, and timeline to create a plan that works for you.
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Your designer creates detailed sketches and 3D digital renderings based on your input. You'll review options, request changes, and refine every detail until the design is exactly what you envisioned. This is a collaborative process with no surprises.
Visit our studio to see your design on screen, view gemstone options in person, and make real-time adjustments with your designer. Seeing your piece in 3D before production means you'll know exactly what you're getting.
Before we cast your piece in precious metal, you'll approve a physical prototype. This is your chance to see the size, shape, and proportions in real life and request any final adjustments.
We create your prototype using high-precision 3D printing or traditional hand-carved wax modeling, depending on your design. You can try on the wax model, check the fit, and confirm every detail before we move to production.
Once you approve the prototype, our craftsmen bring your design to life. We cast, shape, polish, and set each element by hand in your chosen metal and gemstones. Most custom pieces take 4-6 weeks from approval to completion. You're welcome to visit the studio and watch the work in progress.
Dejan Studio Jewelry partnered with Oakcrest School to craft two exquisite crowns for the statues of Mary and baby Jesus in their chapel, reviving a long-held vision. Aiming to enrich the girls' education, the school turned to Dejan after relocating to Vienna. The crowns feature a stunning array of donated gems, including a large diamond and aquamarine, set in sterlium silver with gold plating. Meticulous attention was given to the engravings, culminating in a blessing and coronation mass that celebrated the school community.
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