About Hebel Design
Meet The Maker
"I didn't just want to make the perfect piece; I wanted to understand the craft behind it."
My transition into metalsmithing was driven by a designer’s curiosity. As an Integral Designer—working across graphic, industrial, and textile disciplines—I’ve always looked at the world through the lens of construction.
My entry into jewelry started with a simple observation of a beaded necklace; while others saw an accessory, I saw a fabrication puzzle.
I quickly realized that "assembling" pre-made parts wasn't enough. I hit a "glass ceiling" where my vision exceeded the components available to me.
To create the pieces I truly wanted to see in the world, I had to stop buying the parts and start making them.
Engineering the Organic
Coming from an industrial design background, I don't just "make" jewelry; I engineer it.
I treat metal with the soul of a textile and the structure of an industrial object. My studio is a place where 1900s vintage steel dies meet modern fabrication methods.
Whether I’m bending wire or forging metal, every piece is Artisan-Authored.
Based in my home studio in Big Bear, California, I author each piece from start to finish.
Built for The Journey
In a world of fast-fashion and generic malls, I believe in the power of a handcrafted piece.
I want to make sure that every ring, pendant, and earring isn't just a decoration, but a durable, well-thought-out companion. A piece of armor, if you will.
Thank you for being here,
Viviane