Totora Furniture at Maison & Objet 2013: Juan Fernando Hidalgo Cordero’s designs embody the juncture of modernity and tradition

Totora Furniture at Maison & Objet 2013


by Dora Haller Totora is a thick, hollow grass that grows along lakeshores high in South America’s Andes Mountains. This indigenous plant has been used for generations to build everything from houses to floors, hats and even boats. Ecuadorian architect and designer Continue Reading…

The Unique Space, LA: The country’s largest locally sourced bazaar is setting up permanent digs

The Unique Space, LA


Unique LA started in 2008 and quickly became the largest buy-local shopping event in the country. Attendees got the rare chance to meet and shop directly from hundreds of carefully selected designers and artists all in one space. Community leader and head…

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