more than a jewelry studio
The Essence
Behind Ariu
Born in Ecuador, Ariu merges contemporary design with ancestral craftsmanship, creating pieces that celebrate identity, memory, and natural beauty. Each jewel is a story told through metal — an expression of authenticity and balance between art, craft, and emotion.
History & Legacy
Three generations have shaped a legacy of authenticity, craftsmanship, and beauty — where each piece honors tradition while embracing innovation and purpose.
Today, ARIU’s spirit continues to grow, taking Ecuador’s name to the world while staying true to its essence: to keep creating, always.
ARIU FOUNDERS
Byron Ushiña and Alexandra Aguirre are the creative soul behind ARIU.
He is a self-taught craftsman who learned to listen to the language of metal; she is a designer who finds emotion in every detail.
Together, they have transformed Ecuadorian jewelry into a contemporary expression of identity, art, and authenticity.
Their work is a dialogue between the ancestral and the modern — between matter and soul — a story still being forged today.
ariu Team
At ARIU, every person is part of a shared story.
From those who shape the metal to those who connect with our clients, we all share the same conviction: to create with purpose and work with heart.
Our team blends skill, sensitivity, and dedication so that each jewel reflects the finest of our craft — and the most authentic part of who we are.
ARIU SHOW ROOMS
Each ARIU showroom is an extension of our essence — spaces where art, light, and matter meet.
Located in Quito’s most iconic destinations, our showrooms invite you to experience jewelry as something beyond adornment: a sensory dialogue between tradition, design, and emotion.
Here, every piece finds its place — and every visitor, a story to carry.
ariu COLLAB
ARIU Collab was born from the desire to unite jewelry with other forms of art.
It is a space where design, creativity, and culture come together to bring to life pieces that transcend the material.
Each collaboration reflects our belief that Ecuadorian art can inspire, connect, and transform — when shared with authenticity and purpose.