Kate Taylor Design is a line of semi-fine jewelry made from silver, gold, and stone. The signature ‘organic/geometric’ style is a product of my dual obsessions with modern art and ancient objects. If the Museum of Natural History and the MoMA had a baby that’s where I would land, spiritually.

I am constantly experimenting with color and shape, striving to create pieces that feel fresh but heirloom at the same time. In a market flooded with fast fashion and single-use items, it is more important than ever to prioritize thoughtful design, wearability, and quality materials.

My approach to art has always been about getting my hands dirty, and jewelry is no exception. I use traditional jewelry making techniques that have been around for hundreds (sometimes thousands!) of years.

Metalwork, lapidary, and carving of wax models is all done by hand in my studio. Castings are done locally and use only recycled gold and silver. Transparency is important to me. I love to answer any and all questions about jewelry making, and if you want to learn more, I post a lot of behind-the-scenes videos on instagram.

My pieces are made without the use of CAD, AI or 3D printing. All of the pieces featured on this site are designed and made by me in NYC, where I am part of the resident artist community at Brooklyn Metal Works. 

Hello! I’m Kate. I founded Kate Taylor Design in 2014 after completing my AAS in Jewelry Design/Fabrication at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Before that I studied theatre and art history at NYU. Even as my focus narrowed to jewelry, my art practice has always included a multitude of disciplines including textiles, printmaking, and sculpture, and these continue to inform my work today.

After a hiatus beginning in 2019 to have my 2 awesome kids (and a pandemic thrown in!), I returned to my studio practice with new energy and a shift from production work to more unique one-of-a-kind items. Crafting tangible things, especially lasting heirlooms, feels more meaningful than ever.