Completion: October 2004

Jewellery is, in its very essence, star-like; it sparkles, catches the light in a number of fantastic ways; it is beautiful, luxurious and often timeless. So what single environment does this evoke? For Sybarite the inspiration lies within our own galaxy, star systems and planets.

The concept was to recreate the universe within a retail environment, incorporating a beautifully lacquered curving wall to frame the tableau. This wall contains a series of randomly scattered, illuminated display capsules, each resembling a globular star formation or galaxy. The metallic lacquer on the walls has a milky reflective quality which adds depth to the finish, forming a perfect backdrop to the display. Each bespoke display case is individually fabricated with a hinged stainless steel frame, a clear perspex dome face and security locks.

Central to the space and suspended from a mirrored ceiling disc are a cluster of hand blown glass droplets that float over a mirrored circular table, generating infinite reflections when viewed from certain angles. The placement of the central viewing table allows free circulation through the space, whilst enabling a degree of intimacy to be maintained. Accompanied by the ebony granite floor and blackened ceiling void, the combined elements form a completely unique spatial configuration.