James Durbin Jewelry Design is located between highway 40/64 and I44 in Kirkwood, Missouri the southwest portion of St. Louis County (View Map). James Durbin is owned by James and Martha Durbin and has been in business since 1978. The business began as a wholesale Southwestern Art and Jewelry business selling to Boutiques, Jewelers and Western stores. In the early 1980’s, the focus changed to Gemstones and Diamonds with a reputation of carrying excellent quality fine jewelry. In 1991, James Durbin opened his store in Kirkwood and the store has grown and developed to be recognized as one of the premier custom design jewelry stores in the St. Louis metropolitan area. James Durbin Jewelry Design expanded and moved to 114 West Jefferson Avenue in 2001. The new store involved a complete remodel. James and Martha’s vision was to create a place that provided elegance of the 40’s with modern features that would not be intimidating to clients. The three-terraced ceiling with indirect lighting was one of the most important features to the overall store design. The cherry wood cases with curved glass also complemented and fulfilled the elegant design. The downtown Kirkwood Junction Special Business District awarded the Durbin’s an Enhancement Award in 2002 for their renovation and remodel. James Durbin Jewelry Design has professional memberships in Jewelers of America, Missouri Jewelers Association, American Gem Trade Association, and American Craft Council. In 2004, James Durbin Jewelry Design was recognized as an Outstanding Small Business in The Kirkwood-Des Peres Area Chamber of Commerce.