BOMBYX HOUSE

LILI ZHAO [2005, MFA Ceramics]

Based in Westport, Connecticut

Founded by RISD MFA graduate Lili Zhang Zhao, Bombyx House revives traditional craftsmanship through contemporary design. Zhao grew up in her grandmother’s silk house in Hangzhou, China, and spent fourteen years designing for Kate Spade and Cole Haan before launching her own practice. Working in pearl, stone, silk, and traditional Chinese natural lacquer (DàQī), she creates handcrafted jewelry that honors material heritage without preserving it as artifact.

Wholesale inquiries welcome.

Available for commissioned work.

International shipping available.