From Sketch to Sparkle: The Art of Jewellery Design at Chakian

At Chakian, we see fine jewellery as a dialogue between innovation and tradition—a union of emotion, precision, and artistry. Every piece we craft begins with a vision and is brought to life through modern 3D design technology and artisanal craftsmanship.

In this article, we take you behind the scenes to explore the journey of a Chakian piece, from its initial concept to the final sparkle.

🖥️ 1. The Concept Phase: Digital Visionboarding

Every design begins with a concept. Sometimes it’s inspired by a client’s story, a rare gemstone, or a motif from art or history. Instead of pencil and paper, we now translate these inspirations directly into digital sketches using 3D design software.

This allows us to visualise structure, depth, and stone placement early on—ensuring both aesthetic harmony and structural integrity from the very beginning.

💡 Our digital approach gives clients a vivid, lifelike preview of what’s to come.

🧊 2. Gemstone Selection: Curating the Heart of the Piece

Once the structure is mapped, we hand-select the central gemstone—be it a diamond, sapphire, emerald, or something more unconventional like a black diamond or parti sapphire.

At Chakian, gemstone selection is an art form in itself. We assess brilliance, symmetry, cut precision, and colour saturation to ensure each stone enhances the design—not just visually, but emotionally.

💎 Your story deserves a stone that shines with purpose.

💻 3. 3D CAD Modelling: Where Art Meets Engineering

This is where vision becomes reality. Using industry-leading CAD (computer-aided design) software, we build a precise, 360° model of your piece. Every angle, setting, and millimetre is fine-tuned for beauty and comfort.

The benefit of this process?
Clients can review lifelike renders and request adjustments before anything is cast—offering full confidence and creative control.

🔍 No guesswork. Just clarity, precision, and artistry.

🔨 4. Casting & Handcrafting

After the digital model is approved, we cast the design in your chosen precious metal—typically 18K white, yellow, or rose gold. This stage uses the lost-wax casting method, a timeless technique that ensures structural strength and design fidelity.

Our master jewellers then hand-finish each piece: filing, refining, and setting every stone with micro-level precision. Whether it’s a solitaire engagement ring or a pavé-set bracelet, nothing leaves our atelier without exacting care.

🖤 It’s where digital design meets human touch.

✨ 5. Final Polish, Quality Check & Presentation

The final steps focus on perfection. We polish the metal to a mirror finish, inspect all prongs and settings, and perform a thorough quality control check before the piece is ready for its moment.

Each design is packaged in our signature Chakian box, presented as beautifully as the story it represents.

Why Choose Chakian?

At Chakian, our process is modern, collaborative, and deeply personal. With 3D modeling at the heart of our design approach, you’re empowered to co-create your piece every step of the way—seeing it evolve from idea to heirloom in real time.

Whether you’re reimagining a family gem or crafting something entirely new, we invite you to experience jewellery made with precision, passion, and purpose.

🔗 Begin your journey with Chakian by booking a consultation.