About Shao Haus

Shao is the family name of Brooklyn-based artist and designer Jenn Shao. Founded in 2019 in a serene beachside studio in San Diego, California, the jewelry house began as an exploration of form and texture. Jenn's early designs reflected her connection to the natural, laid-back environment around her. Upon relocating to New York City in 2021, her creative approach evolved into the distinctive style seen today—melding her love of sculptural art with playful experimentation.

From hand carving intricate details in wax to digitally crafting forms in Rhino 3D and ZBrush, she blends traditional techniques with cutting-edge tools to push the boundaries of jewelry design.

Deeply inspired by the beauty of historical art—such as the ornate grandeur of Baroque architecture and the timeless elegance of Hellenistic marble sculptures—Jenn reimagines these influences through a modern lens. The pieces of wearable art retain the storytelling essence of historical narratives while inviting a sense of wonder and challenge to convention.