Origins

Petrified Wood: When Time Becomes an Object

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  There are materials that carry stories without needing to explain them. Petrified wood is one of them. Each piece is created through a natural process that takes millions of years. Wood becomes buried under mineral-rich sediment, and over time it transforms into stone — preserving the shape and grain of the original tree. It’s as if nature made a perfect casting of the past. In Indonesia, where I collaborate with local artisans, this material is shaped with patience and respect, always honouring its natural character. It’s cut, polished, and...

Colours Born from the Earth

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  Textiles dyed with natural pigments have a special quality. Not just in their colour — softer, deeper, more organic — but in the process behind them. In Indonesia, many artisans still use plant-based dyes: leaves, roots, bark, or flowers. It’s a slow, manual process that requires patience. The colour never turns out exactly the same twice — and that uniqueness is part of its beauty. What I love most is how these textiles evolve with light and use. The colours feel alive, never static. They bring warmth and a...

Objects That Accompany You

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  Home is not just a place. It’s a quiet reflection of how we are on the inside. When you surround yourself with objects that accompany you — not for quantity or trends, but for meaning — something shifts. The mind relaxes. The body softens. A sense of presence appears almost effortlessly. A bowl you use every morning. A handmade jug. A textile that brings you calm.Small things, yet emotionally powerful. The physical and the emotional are always connected. I work with artisans because I believe in this link: when...