What do we actually mean by sustainable in craft and design?
The term ‘sustainable design’ is used a lot these days. At a recent tradeshow, I overheard an…
Craftsmanship, artisans and their central role in the rise of true luxury
Hear the word ‘luxury’ and thoughts immediately turn to expensive, high-quality, exclusive, indulgent, out of reach, covetable,…
How accessibility to grassroots crafts led to a passion for exceptional craftsmanship & design
I grew up surrounded by craft, in a way I took it for granted. By craft I…
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Curating The Artisan: a crafted tea room
After months of prepping and planning, not to mention delays due to the pandemic Homo Faber, the…
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Homo Faber the event dedicated to craftsmanship returns for a second edition
Homo Faber returns in 2022 for a second edition of the groundbreaking cultural event dedicated to contemporary…
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Telling the stories behind beautifully crafted objects
The opening of Homo Faber 2022 is getting nearer. This edition of the event has been more…
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A private Venetian island, and a curated tea room for Homo Faber
The Island of San Giorgio Maggiore is the site for a very special event taking place in spring 2022, and where…
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Enter the exceptional world of craftsmanship, design and art from Africa
Some months ago I was invited to be part of the selection committee for Art & Exception….