About Us

Rebekah Santen and Bernie Santen are the Creators, Designers & Craftsmen behind the magic that is Bernie by Design. Rebekah Santen has worked along side her father Bernie for over 20 years together in the Jewellery Industry. She has an accomplished and comprehensive background in Design, Craftsmanship and Jewellery Manufacture process. Rebekah brings to the team a speciality and flare for being able to work collaboratively with clients allowing her to share her passion for Jewellery and Design. Her ability to harness and develop with each client their own personal concept and helping to achieve treasured lifetime pieces beyond their expectations is what makes working with Rebekah special. Being able to work alongside her father who is a Master goldsmith, designer, gemologist and jeweller continues to be a unique and wonderful opportunity. This opportunity brings to the table the best that both generations offer and their passion and expertise.

Bernie’s love and passion for making, repairing and restoring jewellery is presented in his boutique jewellery establishment where you will receive one on one attention to meet all your jewellery needs. Bernie’s focus throughout his career has always been his attention to customer services and exceeding the expectations of his clients.

Having a piece made by Bernie Santen becomes a total immersive experience where you will be guided and be part of the process of designing and customising to suit the your own needs and desires.

This is what fuels his ability to create truly custom pieces with un-paralleled service and quality from a master jeweller. The possibilities of one-of-a-kind pieces waiting to be created are truly endless. At Bernie by design we offer a range of Jewellery services such as Valuations, Insurance quotations and repair work and as a boutique establishment we can make appointments to suit you.

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Bernie By Design is owned and operated by Bernie Santen and his daughter Rebekah Santen. Bernie is a Qualified Master Jeweller, designer, creator and goldsmith with over 45 years experience. He is a Registered Jewellery Valuer with the NCJV and a Member of the Jewellers Association of Australia. This is complemented with a Degree in Gemmology, Diploma in Diamond Technology.

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Our Services

Jewellery Remodelling

We will use your old gold, diamonds and gemstones to design and create a beautiful new piece of jewellery that you will enjoy wearing for many years

Jewellery Repair

We do all kinds of repairs, whatever your jewellery needs are we can fix it. From replacing the smallest diamond to a complete remake of your damaged jewellery.

Jewellery Valuation

Whether you are looking to get a jewellery valuation for re-sale purposes or require an accurate valuation for your insurance policy or claim, we can be of expert assistance.

Jewellery Manufacturing

We will work with you to create a beautiful one of a kind jewellery piece that you will love for years to come. Schedule a free consultation with us today.

Custom Jewellery Design

Bernie by Design brings 3D technology to the ancient art of jewellery making.This method of making jewellery is becoming the hottest trend in custom jewellery.

Insurance Quotations

Valuing jewellery accurately for insurance quotations is a highly skilled profession that involves years of training and experience. We can appraise your jewellery.