Marco has been a goldsmith at Steinlin for over 7 years.
In addition to working in the studio, Marco writes blogs for the LILLY CLOU homepage and enjoys spending his free time in nature with friends - both fishing on the water and with a shovel and hoe in his garden.
Describe yourself as a main course?
- lovingly cooked, pleasantly seasoned and generously portioned.
What qualities do your friends value most in you?
- I'm up for fun with everyone and love working on different projects together.
What makes the Koi collection so special for you?
- The interplay of classic jewelry shapes and the characteristic pattern. This combination fascinates me, probably not least as a passionate recreational angler.
What is your favorite piece at LILLY CLOU?
- About me? Then clearly the new Koi signet ring.
- Of all the variety of LILLY CLOU pieces of jewelry, it would be the Queen Bee ring from the women's collection. I'm a big fan of signet rings - both for him and for her.
Your life motto?
- When life gives you lemons, ask for salt and tequila
Summer, fall, winter or spring?
- Difficult! I like every single season precisely because of the variety. However, summer is almost a bit ahead, except this year...
What always fascinates you about your job?
- Absurdly, still working with precious metals. Melting and processing gold and silver doesn't seem to lose its appeal for me, even after years.
Ring, bracelet or earring?
- ring
Gin and tonic or tea?
- Come on! Gin and Tonic!
Do you still remember your first piece of jewelry at Steinlin?
- Actually very good. I had a trial day at Steinlin and was able to demonstrate my skills. Of course I was a bit nervous.
Your favorite lunch spot?
- The SO pizzeria on Langstrasse. Fantastic pizza and a huge variety thanks to its great concept.
Where is your favorite place in Zurich?
- The deck chair under the cherry tree in our allotment garden. From the Uetliberg slope you can marvel at the entire city including the lake.
Interview by Bigna Neuenschwander