Not Just a Bauble

A CHRISTMAS KEEPSAKE

Make Christmas Special
Llewelyn Ash handblown glass for The Sapphire Project supporting the Great Barrier Reef Foundation

The Sapphire x Llewelyn Ash Collection

Beautiful Australian art with meaning, created in support of The Sapphire Project.

We’re excited to introduce a special new collaboration to Contemporary Co.

Each piece is individually handblown by Llewelyn, making every work unique, with subtle variations in form, colour and texture.

Proceeds from each piece support The Sapphire Project and its work to protect and restore Australia’s marine ecosystems.

Explore the collection
Handcrafted Australian glass awards and custom corporate recognition pieces

Awards & Recognition

HASA Tasmania Fiddle Bow Bread Knife slicing sourdough bread, handmade in Australia

Kitchen

Colourful handblown glass Christmas baubles by South Australian artist Nicole Ayliffe, displayed on branches in blue, green and orange.

Decorative Pieces

Heart Land original Australian wall artwork by contemporary artist Stephanie Ockenden

Wall Objects

Four Marea Clear Australian made handblown glass pendant lights above a luxury neutral kitchen island with natural stone finishes.

Introducing the Marea Collection

See Collection

Founded by Shantala Chung Gon in 2010, Contemporary Co is an 
Adelaide-based creative studio specialising in Australian art, design-led lighting, corporate awards and bespoke commissions.

Together with a collective of talented Australian artists, designers and makers, we develop collections, commission bespoke works and create distinctive awards, corporate gifts and lighting for clients across Australia and internationally. For 15 years, we have made the South Australian Premier's Excellence Awards, and we work with government, sporting organisations, the wine industry and global companies.

Shantala has always been drawn to pieces that tell a story, hold a memory and create connection: objects that evoke emotion, spark conversation and reflect the people around them. Whether for a home, workplace or public space, Contemporary Co seeks out and creates pieces that bring beauty and individuality to an environment.

At its heart, Contemporary Co is built on meaningful relationships, thoughtful collaboration and a shared appreciation for craftsmanship and enduring design.

Contemporary Co team, Australian art, design and corporate awards specialists
Emma O + Shantala + Emma B
Australian contemporary artist Stephanie Ockenden with her original Heart Land artwork
Stephanie Ockenden
Designer
Australian glass artist Llewelyn Ash in his Adelaide glassblowing studio
Llewelyn Ash
Artists
Darren Palmer lighting the Skinny Dip scented candle designed for Contemporary Co
Darren Palmer
Designer

Why People Choose Contemporary Co

Sarah M.
Adelaide, South Australia

“We ordered the Lucky Drop Awards for our annual staff awards and they were absolutely beautiful. Each piece felt unique and incredibly special, and the quality of the handblown glass was even better in person. The timber base and personalised plaque finished them perfectly. Our recipients loved them and we received so many comments on the night. We’ll definitely be ordering again.”

Lucky Drop Glass Award by Llewelyn Ash | Engraved Corporate Award on Timber Base
Lucky Drop Glass Award by Llewelyn Ash | Engraved Corporate Award on Timber Base
$295.00
$295.00
Paul C
Warnambool, Victoria

“I ordered the Heartland print as a surprise for my wife’s 40th. The quality blew us away and the unboxing felt special. She loves it—and I’m pretty chuffed too.” — Paul

Stephanie Ockenden | Curved White and Nude Hearts Wall Art Australian Made the Block
Heart Land – Original Artwork by Stephanie Ockenden | Adelaide Artist
From $2,150.00
From $2,150.00
Tim H
Prospect, South Australia

"Thank you so much for the quick processing and shipping on this order. My wife has used you guys a fair bit over the years and when she pointed me your way I knew I had the perfect farewell gift options!!"

Hand-blown glass Kinetic wine decanter – Australian Made by Emma Klau
Kinetic Wine Decanter | Handblown in Australia by Emma Klau
From $60.00
From $60.00
Mel M
Clovelly, New South Wales

"Hi Shantala, The awards were beautiful as always, thank you so much!"

Australian Made glass heart trophy – custom corporate award
Glass Heart Award – Engraved Corporate & Service Recognition Trophy | Australian Made
$495.00
$495.00
Helen W
Western Australia

Hi Emma,Just wanted to let you know that the plates arrived yesterday and I unpacked them this morning. They arrived in perfect condition and I love them. Fingers crossed the happy couples feel the same. Thank you so much for your help and please extend my thanks to Llewellyn."

Blue Wave Platter handblown glass sculpture by Australian glass artist Llewelyn Ash, handcrafted in South Australia.
Wave Handblown Glass Platter | Australian Made Glass Art
From $490.00
From $490.00