ABOUT THE DESIGNER

Salomé Maarek, a visionary designer born in Paris, is a graduate of the prestigious École Duperré in Paris and the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem. Drawing upon the family craftsmanship passed down from her grandfather, she has revolutionized the field of jewelry with a groundbreaking technique that naturally infuses glass with color derived from local rocks. In her travels throughout Israel, she selects the most extraordinary stones, skillfully transforming them into enchanting jewelry through her unparalleled expertise. Salomé presents her creations at the most prestigious design fairs and weeks in Milan, London, Berlin, and Tokyo, evoking admiration and enthusiasm from audiences. Buoyed by this remarkable success, she has chosen to establish her own jewelry brand in January 2024, enabling individuals to adorn themselves with a piece of the land of Israel and embark on a journey with her.
ABOUT THE STUDIO

The innovative material was developed in collaboration with the Jerusalem Institute of Geology, under the direction of Navot Morag. This unique substance has garnered significant media attention, featuring prominently on television channels and in esteemed design magazines spanning from the USA to India. Salomé Maarek, an audacious artist, showcases her creations at the most prestigious design fairs across Europe and Asia. Perpetually in pursuit of innovation and originality, Salomé Maarek has selected January 2024 as the moment to unveil her own brand. She meticulously selects rocks from various regions of Israel to craft a distinctive color palette. Each jewel stands as an exceptional piece, fashioned with both passion and expertise. Through her creations, every piece of jewelry emerges as a symbol of luxury and refinement, inviting wearers to escape into a world of dreams. Discover the enchantment of Salomé Maarek and allow yourself to be captivated by the timeless elegance of her jewelry, a true homage to the natural beauty of Israel.
AWARDS & HONORS

PRIZES
2023
ARTS THREAD, Product Architecture Interiors category, London
Isola Design Award, Material category, Milan
Green Product Award, Material category
Berlin AWRD, Material category, Japan
2022
Isola Design Award, Material Category, Milan
Isola Design Award, Sustainability Category, Milan
EXHIBITIONS

PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS
2022-Present
Design Museum, Material Library, Holon, Israel
MateriO’, Material Library, Paris, France
PAST EXHIBITIONS
2024
Kingdom of Jerusalem, Harmony Cultural Center
2023
Graduated Exhibition, Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, Jerusalem
Material District Fair 2023, Utrecht, Netherlands
The Ambiente Show 2023, International consumer goods trade fair, Frankfurt, Germany
The Surface Design Show 2023, Londres, United Kingdom
2022
The Dutch Design Week x Isola District, Eindhoven, Netherlands