Arca x Vincent van Duysen | Gravitas

The narrative of Gravitas explores the dynamic interplay between textures, natural elements , and human interaction.It also encompasses notions of weight, dignity, and importance, embodying both restraint and moral rigor, particularly evident in the solidity and robustness. For that reason, Van Duysen named the collection GRAVITAS, translating his profound inner sentiments and relationship with nature, […]

When in Antwerp Visiting St. Vincents

Antwerp is, like Paris, one of those cities that is easily accessible by Thalys from Amsterdam. To be honest I only visited Antwerp for Press events in the past years, just like this time. I was invited by the beautiful &Tradition for a press event and stayed a good 24 hours in Antwerp to join […]

Looking into wooden design tables | Pilat&Pilat

My grandmother on my father’s side was a strong lady with her own shop in the Amsterdam area ‘De Pijp’. Descended from Frisian ancestors, a beautiful portrait of a family member in full costume hung above her bed at her apartment in one of the characteristic streets of Amsterdam South. Having Frisian roots myself makes […]

Athena Calderone collection for Crate & Barrel

Together with Crate & Barrel, Athena Calderone designed a 100+ piece collection that paired Athena’s aspirational vision and commitment to live beautiful with Crate & Barrel’s design-centric craftsmanship and shared values of living with purpose and intention. With a creative world that bridges both food and design, Athena yearned for a collection that expressed the […]

A dark oak shelf by Danish VIPP

When thinking of Vipp, the first thing that comes to my mind is my stay at the different Vipp Hotel locations, thé place to try out all things Vipp while having a good sleep in a great location. If you are new and have not heard of Vipp before check out these previous blogs I […]

A Lounge Chair by Mini Boga for Taaru

At the Instagram account of l’authentique I came across an image of a few very rare lounge chairs, I personally had not seen before as far as I remember. Designed by Mini Boga in the 1960s and manufactured by Taaru, India. The boxy frames of these lounge chairs are made from solid teak wood, and […]

Organic furniture by Kar’ Studio

Sculptural and organic are the first two words that came to mind after looking at the furniture line from Kar Studio. Furniture in flowing lines interspersed with shapes that most resemble simple clay work. All furniture pieces are made from FSC – Fiber Reinforced Plastic. A small collection will be available at Casa Gitane in […]