Taking a moment to continue to reflect on where were at in this moment in time – the last year has brought on an entirely new variety of feelings and emotions - and ultimately has positioned us to stop and re assess the value of things and experiences.
This idea really prompts us to take into consideration where we find all of our sustenance and belongings; whether that be our food and how its sourced, our clothing and the conditions in which they are created, even down to our furniture and its sustainability.
When thinking about this idea, it brought to mind a few the local purveyors and inspiring and talented artisans who take the time and energy to create and craft these beautiful works.
Scroll down for some of our favorites……we will continue to bring you more sustainable home inspiration in the weeks to come.
(If you are a maker who would like us to share your creations, please email us canyonhaus@compass.com)
Shino Takeda
@shinotakeda
Brooklyn ceramist
http://shinotakeda.com/
Japanese born and Brooklyn local, Shino Takeda cites feeling the seasons change and immersing herself in the colors she sees as the source of the inspiration behind her traditional coil-built ceramics.
These truly unique pieces will add a vibrant and unique touch to your home decor with the inevitable question following, where did you get this?!
vince skelly
@vince.skelly
wood carver | sculpturist
www.vinceskelly.coM
Wielding a chainsaw using the subtractive-sculpting process, Vince Skelly’s primitive style come straight from his hands and a single wood block. Turned into something seriously exquisite these pieces are one of a kind and truly transformative.
Gustaf Westman
@gustafwestman
Objects designer
www.gustafwestman.com
Swedish designer Gustaf Westman has a profound approach to working with the idea that high quality design should be “inclusive and inspire people to be creative.” And inspiring it is just that.
From the full-length mirror to the coffee tables and all the works in between - these works can be seen popping up in the homes of some of the most popular collectors and design-influencers alike.
Tommy Ferrick
@ferrickwoodco
woodworker | case work
Custom wood work, custom case work, theres really nothing Tommy Ferrick can’t do. Specializing in all things wood - Ferrick is one of those jack-of-all trades kind of craftsmen. His work varies in style and types of wood and if it’s not custom designed furniture and spaces he’s building, he’s sells custom cutting boards and all of it is one of a kind and beautiful.
Auntie Oti
@auntieoti
Curated Indian Wares and Artifacts
www.auntieoti.com
Sourcing everyday Indian items, Auntie Oti is your online destination for the most perfectly curated site of hand made bedding, clothing and vintage wares. Using traditional techniques, all of the hand crafted items are carefully sourced and selected with care to add the perfect touches throughout your home and wardrobe.
And the quilts are SO soft.
Dan John Anderson
@danjohnanderson
Objects | Hand made sculptures
www.danjohnanderson.com
Sculpture artist Dan John Anderson is literally a force of nature. Having studied at the Oregon college of Art and Craft he moved to Joshua Tree, California, where his journey began making large-scale hand made sculptures and unique objects. These multi-functional works of art truly personify the beauty of nature in its organic form.