Ceramics has been a unique expression of beauty and engineering that has stood the test of time, leaving a mark throughout history.
The origin of ceramics and porcelain
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What is the basis weight or grammage of a fabric?
In the world of apparel, there is a fundamental element that often goes unnoticed but plays a crucial role in the quality and style of fabrics: weight. What is fabric weight and why should you pay attention to it?
Continue reading What is the basis weight or grammage of a fabric?How do I care for antique wooden furniture?
For wooden furniture to last, you need to know how to care for it. My profession has given me a great deal of knowledge on this subject, and I’ve included a few tips on how to care for antique wooden furniture in this article.
Continue reading How do I care for antique wooden furniture?Gaudí’s furniture: the design of the imaginary
Antoni Gaudí is world-renowned for his work as an architect in the beautiful Catalan city of Barcelona. A designer of genius, he marked the beginnings of modernism at the turn of the 20th century with no less than seven works listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. However, there are fewer traces of the singular furniture he designed.
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A historic brand
Michael Thonet, founder of the Thonet furniture brand known as “Thonet frères” in Vienna, revolutionized the furniture industry by inventing the principle of “mass-produced” furniture in the mid-19th century. A modest cabinetmaker at the start of his career, he had the idea of simplifying the manufacture of furniture at the time, and in particular of making chairs in 6 separate pieces.
Continue reading Thonet furniture: a great family businessChinese medicine: History of an ancient pharmacy cabinet
Traditional Chinese medicine has always surprised and passionate me. On one of our trips in search of unique pieces we find this wonder of “antique pharmacy sideboard”. And immediately we fell in love with this unique piece!
Continue reading Chinese medicine: History of an ancient pharmacy cabinetKonvent – The “glocal” interior design
Konvent, with its fusion of antique, decadent and timeless, with its interior design has made it an artistic center without equal.
The concept of design of interior spaces in a ¨glocal¨ way, a fusion between local know-how and a way of seeing the world in a global perspective.
The first time I heard Konvent’s story, I didn’t understand it: A convent reformed as an artistic meeting point and residence. How? What? Where?
Continue reading Konvent – The “glocal” interior designAntique Chinese Furniture, its rebirth…
The Ming and Qing dynasties reigned from the 14th to the 20th century. During his reign, the construction of furniture for palaces and temples reached levels of excellence never seen before. I have always admired the antique chinese cabinet for its purity in design, precision in construction and devotion to every detail.
Continue reading Antique Chinese Furniture, its rebirth…What is antique furniture, vintage furniture and retro furniture?
Many clients have asked me the differences between antique furniture, vintage furniture and retro furniture…
Continue reading What is antique furniture, vintage furniture and retro furniture?Is your furniture really made of wood or does it just look like it?
Have you ever wondered what your wooden furniture is made of?
In the ancient times, there was only one way to make wooden furniture: with solid wood. Nowadays, the reality is different…
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