Cushla Whiting

Cushla Whiting is the Founder and Creative Director of Cushla Whiting, a luxury jewellery and gemstone company based in Melbourne, Australia.13 She co-founded the business in 2014 with her siblings, Hamish and Anna Whiting.13

Cushla's background is in architecture, which significantly influences her approach to jewellery design.12 Her architectural training has given her a keen eye for geometry, form, and the study of light, which she applies to her jewellery creations.2 As the creative director, Cushla is responsible for designing and overseeing the production of all jewellery pieces, working closely with master jewellers and stone setters.5

The company, CUSHLA WHITING, specializes in fine jewellery, engagement rings, and bespoke designs, using ethically sourced diamonds and rare gemstones.14 Their approach blends gemmological expertise with architectural design sensibilities and responsible business practices.1

Cushla's role in the company involves:

1. Designing jewellery pieces
2. Managing production with artisans
3. Providing creative direction for bespoke services
4. Collaborating with clients to create unique, personalized designs45

Her design philosophy focuses on creating modern heirlooms that are both striking and wearable, inspired by the unique character of each stone.1 Cushla's attention to detail and dedication to her craft have earned her a reputation for transforming client visions into exquisite jewellery pieces.6