Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí is wildly famous for his iconic architectural exteriors. The truth is, he never forgot about the interiors of his structures as well. Creatively inventive, they feature ceramic tile, mosaics, ironworks, plaster in gorgeous curves, stone, decorative ...
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During the month of May Paint + Pattern is sharing stories and projects inspired by the vibrant countries of Latin America. For this post in particular, the island of Cuba evokes an aura of mystery to many of us who ...
Read More »The Life and Design of Carolina Herrera
When you think of color and pattern mixed with effortless elegance in the fashion world, the Carolina Herrera name undoubtedly comes up. The Venezuela-born designer launched a classic and cozy lifestyle brand very connected with the idea of ‘family’ – ...
Read More »Three Questions with Japanese artist Yaeko Kurimata
The Japanese have a unique decorative history. The renaissance in the decorative arts of Japan occurred during the Momoyama era, where gilding, lacquer finishes, sculptures, textiles and the creation of pigmented artworks flourished. In the current era, one of Japan’s ...
Read More »Awe-inspiring Japanese Kimono Oil Paintings by Stephanie Rew
Using Kimonos and period costumes for her models, Rew has created an evocative style all her own. Her powerful, stunning, portraiture transcends that which we see and brings to light the hidden mystery that lies deep within.’ ~ Informed Collector ...
Read More »India Fantastique: A peek into Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla’s Work in Fashion and Interiors
Sumptuous fabrics, playful patterns, masterful embroideries, delicate embellishments, elegantly riotous interiors, gorgeous color explosions – all of these are just some of the elements that make up the artistry of Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla. Together they lead India’s leading ...
Read More »Vineeta Nair: Design Blogger and Découpage Artist Extraordinaire
Vineeta Nair is a Mumbai-India based design blogger. Her blog ‘ArtnLight‘ is a delightful splash of color filled with beautiful products, interior decor, gorgeous photography and wonderful inspiration from around the world. She had reached out to me several years ...
Read More »Southern Guild: Collectible, Limited-Edition South African Design
Above, Kassena Server designed by Southern Guild Artist, Dokter & Misses South African design is artisanal, hand-made, cerebral and full of rich cultural character. In 2008, Trevyn and Julian McGowan saw the need for a platform to provoke, assist and recruit these beautiful ...
Read More »Africa Inspired Contemporary Textiles of Design Team
Unpretentious, locally inspired textiles with global appeal. That’s how Lise Butler of Design Team, the South African print and textile studio co-founder, along with business partner Amanda Haupt, would describe the soulful, Africa inspired contemporary textiles they create together. ...
Read More »Jezzy Prints: One of a Kind Block Printed Textiles
The stark simplicity and versatile use of color inks is what caught our eye at this cute little etsy shop known as Henri Kuikens or more popularly know as Jezzy prints, where you can find one of a kind block ...
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