What, in the true sense of the word, is valuable?

For us, precious is the privilege of a creative life, the exploration of possibility, the excavation of origin and lore. The complex allure of materiality, process, and intent. For every client, of course, the definition of precious will be different, which, in itself, is precious to us.

Often we are asked, “What are you?”. Indeed, we probably ask this of ourselves even more frequently. Occasionally we come close to categorizing. As we consider the limits of a category, we, inevitably, feel restriction and constraint.

Honoring epic, convenience, and compromise are not factors in the stories told, the vast journeys, the honed skill, the scale, and the devoted time. Precious and valuable. Deeply personal work that solemnly marks time. Things worth keeping. Meaningful beauty always.

Globally, we work with revered legacy brands who share our belief in preciousness and value. Steinway & Sons, Tiffany & Co, and Rolls Royce. All timeless bywords for peerless excellence who have commissioned based upon to create meaningful works. Art that eloquently and intriguingly tells their story or object series and collections that add a beguiling layer of the personal to their offering of absolute excellence.

Material and elements. Metals and resins. Contrast and harmony. Work that is inspired, evolved, and realized across every timezone. Meaningful things which are coveted and collected globally.

So.

We create art. We make things with purpose that function. We explore and develop materials. And we navigate the depths, edges, and overlaps of these three objectives.

As a group. A body. A coterie.

As Based Upon.