Cityscape Rings
Creative architecture isn’t limited to building designs; another sort of creativity is being introduced by the North Carolina-based goldsmith, Ola Shekhtman. Her new design collection targets the romantic traveler who often falls in love with city skylines, so they could carry its image wherever they go. Ola grew up in Siberia; she had always wanted to explore the world. She moved to New York with her husband after visiting many cities like London and San Francesco. With an education in jewelry making, she enrolled in 3D-modeling classes to help her create her unique designs. Inspired by the city of Paris, she started her first cityscape ring. So far she produced dozens of rings representing skylines of many cities like New York, Amsterdam, Washington DC, Boston, and Edinburgh (Intending to imitate the skyline of Seattle and Chicago in further designs).
All her designs are available in various materials from bronze and silver to gold or platinum at her Etsy shop.
By : Khalid Saeed
Madeline Brooks is a Projects Editor at Arch2O, where she has been shaping and refining architectural content since March 2024. With over a decade of experience in editorial work, she has curated, revised, and published an array of projects covering architecture, urbanism, and public space design. A graduate of the Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Madeline brings a strong academic foundation and a discerning editorial eye to each piece she oversees. Since joining Arch2O, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the platform’s editorial direction, with a focus on sustainability, social relevance, and cutting-edge design. Madeline excels at translating complex architectural ideas into clear, engaging stories that resonate with both industry professionals and general readers. She works closely with architects, designers, and global contributors to ensure every project is presented with clarity, depth, and compelling visual narrative. Her editorial leadership continues to elevate Arch2O’s role in global architectural dialogue.