Alex Gulko Custom Jewelry

Alex Gulko Custom Jewelry Internationally recognized jewelry designer and goldsmith, creates custom pieces that reflect both history and innovation, all from his studio in Ann Arbor.

At the center of his practice is a deep commitment to craftsmanship. Alex Gulko is an experienced craftsman and jewelry designer who transforms your personal style into wearable art. Ukrainian born, he began making jewelry as an apprentice to a jeweler whose father worked for the fabled Faberge atelier. Alex attained the professional rank of Master of the Union of Artists of the USSR through parti

cipation in Ukrainian and international exhibitions. The Ukrainian Museum of Historical Treasure has also honored Alex by procuring several of pieces of his jewelry for preservation. As an experienced craftsman, Alex's tremendous attention to detail and quality consistently produces timeless and elegant jewelry. His design bears the hallmark of a historical perspective. Pieces range in style from Art Nouveau, Art Deco to his personal contemporary design, which uses geometric planes and open architectural elements. Alex believes being able to design well-crafted pieces from a variety of styles makes him a more versatile and better able to meet the diverse tastes of his clientele. Come to his workshop and design your own jewelry. It will be a very exciting and satisfying process. Alex begins by discerning your style using specific techniques developed through years of experience of designing. This stage is absolutely crucial to the design process. Then Alex draws a detailed sketch and works with you to select the perfect compliment of stones and metal to enhance your piece. Once the design has met with your approval, Alex creates a wax model from which he then crafts your unique piece of jewelry.

Gems SALEAs I prepare for the possibility of closing my store at the end of this year, I’m offering my clients a very sp...
08/07/2026

Gems SALE
As I prepare for the possibility of closing my store at the end of this year, I’m offering my clients a very special opportunity to acquire fine gemstones at exceptional prices.
All gemstones are now 50% off.
Considering today’s gemstone market, these prices are often below current wholesale levels, making this a rare opportunity for collectors and anyone who has dreamed of creating a truly special piece of jewelry.
You can see a small selection from my gemstone collection on my website here:
https://alex-gulko-custom-jewelry.myshopify.com/collections/gems

Please note that the prices shown on the website are the original prices, before the 50% discount.
Please stop by the store to see the gems in person. They are even more beautiful when you can appreciate their color, brilliance, and character firsthand.
Once you select a gemstone, we can also work together to design a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece of fine jewelry around it.

We’ve made it easier to see what’s currently available.Our new SHOP pages are now live, with items in stock, more produc...
07/29/2026

We’ve made it easier to see what’s currently available.

Our new SHOP pages are now live, with items in stock, more product details, helpful features, and videos that give you a closer look before you buy.
Visit our website, click SHOP, and see what’s available today.

Have a question about a specific item? Please call or email us. You can also save on transaction fees by purchasing directly from the store by phone or email.

https://alex-gulko-custom-jewelry.myshopify.com/collections

After some labor-intensive work on a jewelry project, sometimes the best way to recharge is to step away from the workbe...
06/30/2026

After some labor-intensive work on a jewelry project, sometimes the best way to recharge is to step away from the workbench and spend a day outdoors. Fresh air, calm waters, and a couple of nice catches made for the perfect break. Now it's time to return to the studio with renewed energy and a clear mind.

This was a quiet, intricate, and time-consuming project that I truly enjoyed bringing to life.Inspired by Botticelli’s i...
06/02/2026

This was a quiet, intricate, and time-consuming project that I truly enjoyed bringing to life.
Inspired by Botticelli’s iconic "The Birth of Venus", this pendant was created in white gold and accented with diamonds. Translating a world-famous painting into a piece of jewelry was both a challenge and a pleasure, resulting in a design that celebrates timeless beauty through a different artistic medium.

STORE CLOSING SALE 💎Our beautiful Zeghani 14K & 18K white gold jewelry collection is on sale with incredible savings.We ...
05/12/2026

STORE CLOSING SALE 💎

Our beautiful Zeghani 14K & 18K white gold jewelry collection is on sale with incredible savings.
We are keeping original prices from the time when gold was nearly 1/4 of today’s market price. All pieces are priced below today’s wholesale replacement cost.
Zeghani was created as a sister brand to the luxury designer Simon G. Jewelry. Both brands were founded by the same family and share the same attention to craftsmanship, quality, and design, while Zeghani offers a more affordable, fashion-forward style.

Prices start at just $300.
Once it’s gone, it’s gone

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05/06/2026

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“Designing the Impossible”A client recently asked me what the most challenging and satisfying project in my jewelry care...
04/29/2026

“Designing the Impossible”
A client recently asked me what the most challenging and satisfying project in my jewelry career has been. It took me back many years.

When I first became interested in jewelry, I was living in Ukraine and working as an engineer with a background in electrical and mechanical engineering. At that time, jewelry tools simply weren’t available to the public. If you wanted to create something, you had to build it yourself. So I did. I designed tools, worked from blueprints, and collaborated with manufacturers to bring them to life.
In the late 1980s, a friend of mine, a jeweler who had visited the U.S., brought back a tool we had never seen before. It was called a "hammer handpiece", it transformed rotary movement into a forward-and-back striking motion with impact.. To us, it looked like something from the future. He valued it so much that he wouldn’t even let anyone touch it.
I kept asking him to let me take it apart so I could understand how it worked and try to recreate it. He always refused.
So I decided to figure it out on my own.
My first attempt didn’t work. But the second one did. The tool I created was a bit bulkier and looked slightly different, but it was even more powerful than the original. That moment, seeing it work, was incredibly satisfying.
Using my blueprints, that same friend later started producing the tool and selling it to other jewelers.
Later, I brought that tool, along with other equipment I had designed, with me to the United States.
Looking back, that project wasn’t just about building a tool. It was about finding a way forward when none existed.

A design worth revisiting.This finished custom platinum Halo ring in Art Deco style was inspired by a previous design. T...
04/22/2026

A design worth revisiting.
This finished custom platinum Halo ring in Art Deco style was inspired by a previous design.
The Halo isn’t the typical kind—it’s shaped and set to feel more natural, framing the 2.8ct center diamond without overpowering it.

Built in platinum. Made to last

Matching, but never generic.These custom promise rings were created to complement each other while still feeling persona...
04/20/2026

Matching, but never generic.

These custom promise rings were created to complement each other while still feeling personal to each wearer. Clean lines, thoughtful details, and a design that connects both pieces without losing individuality.
That balance is what makes custom work special.

Address

2651 Plymouth Road
Ann Arbor, MI
48105

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

(734) 741-0652

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