Sydney jeweller Nicky Burles brings together original design and an exceptional command of traditional jewellery making, developed over more than 25 years at the bench.
Drawing on Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco traditions, Nicky reinterprets old-world techniques with a modern boldness. His work is distinguished by a level of intricacy and technical precision rarely seen. Fine settings, sculptural forms and tiny hidden details are considered from every angle.
“A beautiful piece of jewellery should have a sense of balance in its proportions - it should invite you in.”
Nicky works directly with clients in Sydney and internationally to create original custom jewellery.
For his traditionally handmade work, Nicky begins with precious metal at the bench, forming and building the individual components himself. This is very different from much contemporary jewellery, which is designed in CAD and assembled from machine-manufactured components, and often passes between several businesses along the way.
With Nicky, the process remains in his hands from the first conversation to the final polish. Like brushstrokes in a painting, his hand can be seen in the details and balance of the finished piece. The result is jewellery made to be loved now, worn for a lifetime and carried into the next generation.
Contact Nicky to work with him to create your own custom jewellery, or arrange a viewing to see his one-of-a-kind collection pieces.
Natural Coloured Gemstones
Nicky's Sydney studio is a treasure trove of sapphires, tourmalines, and other rare colourful gemstones. Each is chosen for its colour and character, ready to become part of an unforgettable piece of jewellery.
Start to finish - amazing
Not only is Nicky an incredibly talented craftsman and designer, he made what had been the stressful experience of choosing an engagement ring an immensely enjoyable one.
We came to Nicky with no set ideas of what we wanted and he led us on a journey that gave us the most perfect piece we could have wished for. The result is a ring that we both love, is something we created together, and we know that was crafted with love.
We cannot recommend Nicky highly enough. Thank you for being a part of this special time!
Katy Preston
Intuitive Design
Nicky is a very talented craftsman and artist whose skills stretch much further than design, gemstones and metals, into interpersonal communication and emotional intelligence.
When my wife and I were trying to decide on a design for our wedding ring, we were stuck and couldn’t give Nicky a clear idea of what we wanted other than “something unique”. Nicky was able to tease out of us something of great meaning that we weren’t able to articulate until he helped us draw it out. It was of my favorite river, my spiritual home back in NZ. Now every time I look at it I see my river and know that I am home with the love of my life.
Steve Willis
Master Craftsman
Thank you to the exceptionally gifted Nicky for bringing an idea to life in the most breathtaking way, patiently shaping and making it with so much love, creativity and talent.
Nick is a true master of his craft; creating this ring was a beautiful process and I cannot recommend him highly enough if you're looking to design your own significant piece of jewellery.
Rebecca Gibbs
Featured collection
Deco
