Custom design should not feel like sending instructions into the distance and waiting to see what comes back.
What makes the process collaborative
The design develops while the client is in the room. Scale, profile, stone placement, symmetry and proportion can be adjusted before metal exists.
| Design question | What CAD can show |
|---|---|
| Will the piece feel too large? | Overall scale and proportion |
| Will the stone sit too high? | Profile and setting height |
| Do the inherited stones belong together? | Alternate layouts and spacing |
| Will the pendant feel too heavy? | Metal distribution and dimension |
| Do the earrings feel balanced? | Mirror layout, drop length and visual weight |
CAD makes invisible decisions visible
A sketch can communicate mood. CAD can show structure. The two serve different purposes.
What CAD cannot do alone
A beautiful rendering does not guarantee clean casting, secure setting or refined finishing. Production quality still matters.
Approve the proportions before approving the romance of the rendering.
What is Live Collaborative CAD Design?
It is an in-person process where the jewelry design is developed and adjusted on screen with the client present.
What can be changed during CAD?
Proportion, profile, height, stone placement, spacing, width and many structural details can be adjusted.
Does CAD replace craftsmanship?
No. CAD plans the piece; casting, fabrication, setting, finishing and quality control still require skilled execution.
Do I approve the CAD before production?
Yes. The design should be approved before production begins.
Can heirloom stones be included in CAD?
Yes, once they are inspected and accurately measured.