About us

 

Tondo Atelier is a jewelry design company founded and operated by jeweler Cristiana Costa May. Metalsmith training started in her native Brazil in 2003 and continued with a European Commission scholarship in Italy followed by further training in the UK.

In jewelry making she finds ways to express feelings and perceptions through her pieces. Her inspiration mainly comes from the essence of nature, as well as the artistic and architectural styles of the early and mid-20th century.

She aims to create atemporal pieces combining natural gemstones and fluid, organic forms with abstract curves and geometric shapes, resulting in an enduring and timeless aesthetic that may be passed down for generations.

All of her one-of-a-kind and small batch pieces are handcrafted in her California studio with sustainable precious metals and ethically sourced gemstones.