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In a world of mass production and copy-cats it’s not easy to offer authenticity and originality. Providing unique products that have been crafted by hand and carry a piece of history is no simple task. It takes dedication, commitment, passion and a true love for what you do. For Eyal Shoam, the co-owner of Artemano, delivering ambiances that are filled with objects and items that embody the spirit of the countries they come from, is a must. Eyal who is avidly involved in the sourcing, creation and design of the brand, says that doing “the research, studying and understanding the...

I often have clients asking me what to do with the pieces of wood furniture that they already own when they're updating the decor of their home. They are afraid that if they introduce a different style it won't ‘match’. The truth is, when it comes to decorating with wood I can recommend guidelines, but I only have one rule….Please don't have everything match! Nothing feels more dated than a dining room table, buffet, hutch and chairs all in the exact same wood.  When considering your major pieces of furniture in a room (coffee table, couches, dining tables, sideboards etc.)...

The story of Artemano began as an adventure. A journey into unknown territory navigated by its founder, who discovered a new world of possibilities. In our new series The Metamorphosis of Artemano, we talk to Shimon Finkelstein about a plethora of topics that have shaped Artemano.   This first installment, “Lessons learned” takes a look at what Shimon has learned along this adventure that is just as interesting and exciting today as it was 14 years ago. Curiosity “Periodically on my way back from my buying trips, after doing it for over a decade, I ask myself why I do...

Spring is almost here and with it comes some of my favourite things; having coffee on a terrace, and fresh, bright home décor! When I was growing up, spring was the season of change. We did a lot of cleaning (purge, purge, purge) and our décor got lighter as well. Each room seemed to have a small change that made it feel fresh and new. The number one trick to transition your house from winter to spring is by cleaning and organizing. Empty out your cupboards and closets and get rid of the excess that you accumulated over the last...

Stand back a metre or so and you can still feel the strength: Acacia gives off an aura of raw power, perhaps more than any other South East Asian wood. Each piece is a bundle of potential energy, like the haunch of a horse. Even the grain flows in sinuous waves, resembling the rippling muscles of an animal in motion. Acacia is not a ferocious animal, however — more like a trusty steed, slow and steady and majestic in a humble way. It’s such an impressively solid and massive wood that it snaps saw blades with ease. Acacia is like a beast...