I was born in 1968 in Nijmegen. Koninkx is my maiden name that I continue to use for my work because I can also be found under that name as a jewelry designer in books about modern jewelry, museums and on the internet. I graduated as a jewelry designer in 1993 at the HKU, Utrecht School of the Arts.

I started HartenEnZo in 2016.

I no longer make modern jewelry, but jewelry for the home: cheerful, colorful objects, often in the shape of hearts. I work with flowers, bright colors, and glitter because they radiate energy, lightness, and joy.

My art revolves around the love with which it is made. Through attention, precision, and an intuitive use of color and material, something emerges that you can't exactly describe, but you can certainly feel. I call that magic—the silent force that touches people without explanation.

Over the years, I've started making other shapes besides hearts.
The common thread in everything I create is: decoration. Many people see decoration as something unnecessary, but for me, it's the very essence. Everything I make is decoration—for yourself, your home, or your belongings—but never just "decoration." Decoration can bring joy, change the atmosphere, draw attention, or emphasize something special.

So, decoration is anything but useless. It enriches our daily lives, speaks of our culture, and creates space for beauty and meaning. It makes a home warmer, people happier, and life more colorful and rich.

And that's what HartenEnZo stands for: transforming ordinary decorations into something special.