Expert jewellery CAD design consulting backed by over two decades of manufacturing and teaching experience
Just like a tool is only as good as its user, a CAD file is only as good as the piece of jewellery you make from it.
Whether you’re an independent designer, an established jewellery brand, or a manufacturer looking for specialist support, I provide professional jewellery CAD design and consultancy that combines creative design with real-world production knowledge.
I don’t simply redraw sketches, I help you solve design problems before they become expensive manufacturing problems.
Design, Develop, and Manufacture
With my Jewellery CAD Design Consultancy service We can start from any point in the design process: a rough sketch on paper, a finished concept, an existing piece to redesign, or even an idea in your head. From there I can work with you to develop it into a production-ready digital model.
Throughout the process, we’ll consider not only aesthetics, but also:
- Manufacturing methods
- Stone setting requirements
- Structural strength
- Metal weight
- Printability
- Casting considerations
- Production efficiency
- Cost optimisation
The result will be finished pieces which do your original design concept justice.
Services
Jewellery CAD Design work I can help with
I produce production-ready CAD models for any purpose, whether it be bespoke commissions, collections, or commercial jewellery. I used to run a jewellery manufacturer in Hatton Garden, and I was regularly approached to take on jobs most others couldn’t handle. So there isn’t much you can throw at me that will surprise me:
- Engagement rings
- Wedding jewellery
- Fine jewellery
- Fashion jewellery
- Genre jewellery (or “geek jewellery”)
- Fetish jewellery
- Bas relief sculpture or medals
- Small sculpture or objet d’art
- Cufflinks or jewellery with mechanisms
- Tiaras
- Multi-part assemblies
Jewellery CAD Consultancy
In the cases where help with modelling the jewellery isn’t going to be enough, I can also help you make better decisions.
I provide independent advice for jewellery businesses, designers and manufacturers on topics including:
- Design for manufacture
- CAD workflow optimisation
- Choosing the right CAD software
- Production planning
- Manufacturing methods
- CAD quality reviews
- Improving existing CAD files
- Building efficient digital workflows
Because I don’t sell software, my advice is always independent and based on what’s right for your business.
CAD Review & Problem Solving
Already have a CAD model? I’m happy to review your files before you send them off for manufacturing, and help you spot problems such as:
- Weak settings
- Thin walls
- Problematic undercuts
- Casting risks
- Excessive metal weight
- Printability concerns
- Manufacturing improvements
With a little bit of insight or a small design change, we can save you some headaches and extra expense later on.
Examples of previous CAD work
Why Work With Me?
Most CAD designers specialise in one or maybe a few CAD programs. I work with and teach nearly all of them.
Having taught every major jewellery CAD platform for over twenty years, managed design teams, worked in manufacturing, and advised businesses on digital workflows, I bring a broader perspective than simply creating 3D models. With this insight, I can help you ensure your jewellery will work.
Let's Discuss Your Project
Every project is different of course. If you'd like help developing a design, reviewing an existing CAD model, improving your production workflow or solving a technical challenge, get in touch with me and let's talk about your requirements.
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