About Us
Forbidden Workshop is a Canada based small business founded by Chinese Canadians. The goal is to embrace the hometown culture of Beijing and China. Forbidden Workshop creates a gateway to history. Our mission is to preserve and celebrate the traditional artistry and culture of China's past through imperial design inspired jewelry, decorations, and museum artifact replicas.
Forbidden Workshop
Where Imperial Beauty Lives On
Welcome to Forbidden Workshop — a boutique jewelry house inspired by the grandeur, symbolism, and artistry of China’s imperial past.
Rooted in the rich heritage of Beijing, our brand draws its soul from the legendary Forbidden City, the heart of power and refinement during the Ming (1368–1644) and Qing (1644–1912) dynasties. For over five centuries, emperors, empresses, and court artisans created and wore jewelry that was not only beautiful but deeply meaningful — adorned with dragons, phoenixes, peonies, and jade, all carrying blessings of fortune, peace, and power.
Our jewelry and art pieces are not just ornaments — they are wearable artifacts. They tell stories once whispered in palace halls, carried across dynasties, and now reimagined for the modern world.
Whether you're a lover of Chinese culture, a collector of fine heritage jewelry, or someone seeking timeless elegance, we invite you to explore the beauty and symbolism of imperial China — reborn at Forbidden Workshop.