A modern approach to gifting
Designed in Vancouver. Made with intention.
Founded in Vancouver in 2019, UNIK is built on the belief that the most meaningful gifts are those made personal.
The name, derived from the French word unique, reflects that idea. Each piece is meant to feel considered and one of a kind.
UNIK creates Canadian made gifts and premium stationery, combining thoughtful design with a refined approach to production. Each piece balances artisanal sensibility with modern techniques.
Materials are selected with care, favouring local sources whenever possible, alongside a small number of trusted partners to ensure consistency and quality.
Each object is created to be kept, offered, or remembered.
Today, UNIK continues to evolve by bringing together well crafted objects and live personalization, offering a meaningful and human approach to gifting.
Creative Direction
Each object is created to be kept, offered, or remembered.
The creative direction of UNIK is shaped by a hands on approach to personalization, developed through years of in store work where attention to detail and client experience are essential.
Working closely with clients in retail environments, this practice is built on precision, care, and consistency. Each interaction plays a role in the final piece.
There is a strong focus on gesture and execution. How a line is drawn, how a piece is handled, and how it is presented are all part of the work.
Importance is given not only to the finished object, but also to how it is made. Time, attention, and respect for materials guide each step of the process.
Today, this approach continues to guide UNIK. Every object is designed and then carefully finished by hand, with attention given to even the smallest details.
Each piece is created to feel natural and personal, as if it could only exist in that moment.
Through ongoing work and exploration, the process continues to evolve, creating pieces that feel simple, personal, and well made.
Collaborations
A selection of retail collaborations.
