THE JAPANESE ART OF TAKUMI
Takumi form a large part of Japanese tradition. They are artists who hone and perfect their skills over a lifetime. In contemporary Japan the term has become more generic, and the true practitioners of takumi have declined, but there are still those who remain dedicated to their craft. Perfectionism, diligence and discipline are prominent traits of all takumi. For a true master, time spent honing their craft is not about monetary gain, but about continuing a dialogue with time, and the heart of mankind, itself.
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THE ART OF ARRANGING
Most arrangements are little noticed, yet some stop you in your tracks. A ‘successful’ arrangement, that is, an effective arrangement, is one that powerfully engages your attention and sustains your interest.Leonard Koren
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THE HAND- BRAIN CONNECTION
Did you know that if we move and engage in activities, we change the neurochemistry of our brain in just the same that a drug would?
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HOME THERAPY
Pottering around is a part of my creative process. I would even go as far as to say it is essential to my happiness.
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JUST ONE GOOD CHAIR
In the age of instant gratification and endless consumerism, maybe we should halt sometimes to reflect on what we really want to fill our spaces and lives with.
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CRAFTSMANSHIP
*A word that conjures up the smell of wood work and varnish, a workshop full of tools, measuring tapes and big tables piled with beautiful and luxurious fabrics
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