All DILHAN pieces are handmade, through a combination of traditional techniques and new, innovative methods. The craftspeople who work on DILHAN jewellery in Istanbul preserve and develop inherited artisanal techniques; their tacit knowledge and savoir faire represent an intangible cultural heritage that is at risk.

Working in close collaboration with craftspeople – creating a personal relationship of trust and knowledge exchange – enables creative risk-taking, but not at the expense of techniques developed over centuries. DILHAN is committed to local materials and local craftsmanship – not out of nostalgia, but out of an effort to future-proof both design-led businesses and the artisan communities on whom they depend.