Legendary architect Le Corbusier said, “The home should be the treasure chest of living.” We couldn’t agree more – décor has the power to not only transform spaces, but reflect back to you the kind of life you’re living (or wanting to live).
This is where we think artisan-made goods can make all the difference. From their uniqueness to the cultural traditions they embody, harnessing artisan wares is something we’re intensely passionate about at Do.Up, and here’s why.
What is an ‘Artisan’?
Mention the word ‘artisan’ to anyone around the world and chances are they’ll give you a totally different interpretation of the word. The word itself has become a ‘catch all’ for any skilled trade where the goods are made by hand, so you can see how far reaching it could become.
An Artisan is a master of their craft, often drawing on resources in their local area to own the production process and make a living. Traditionally, artisans are the keepers of cultural skills, handed down through the generations. So in an age of mass-produced, generic wares in just about every industry, artisans are often the gatekeepers of uniqueness and creativity.
Why does Do.Up support Artisans?
At Do.Up, we reject the ordinary and believe in the value of artisans. Your home is just as unique as you are and deserves décor that amplifies what you value and stand for.
Speaking of which, here’s a few reasons why we’re proud to support the amazing work of artisans from around the world.
We stand for one-of-a-kind, unique home hardware
Our brand ethos and core values truly come to life in our cabinet knobs, cabinet handles, pulls and decorative wall hooks. Supporting artisans encapsulates everything we stand for, especially since we go to great lengths to ethically source home hardware and accessories.
By investing in artisans, we cast a vote for handmade goods, giving less energy to mass-produced processes. The result is products that are unique and individualised because no two items are the same, further adding to the value and appeal of what we offer.
No two homes are the same
In today’s saturated home improvement market, there are so many options for DIY hardware and accessories. However, when we set out, there was a real lack of one-of-a-kind, unique pieces that weren’t cookie-cutter or mass-produced.
So we made it our mission to work with, support and showcase artisans from around the globe that you wouldn’t find anywhere else. This has given us creative freedom to collaborate with extraordinary makers and bring you materials, textures and designs to suit a variety of different décor styles and tastes.
Every Artisan has a story
Every artisan tells a story and brings something new to our range – from minimalist to decorative and bursting with personality. And by supporting the work of artisans – like India and beyond – it can help to preserve certain cultural traditions and skills that might otherwise be lost.
The stories of ‘how things are made’ and what’s passed on is vital to keeping our world diverse and interesting – who knew a simple drawer knob could contain so much power!
Help us continue to support Artisans
We’ve got some incredible pieces coming this year but we can’t do the work we do without you. Take a scroll through our online shop to see what’s new and keep on rejecting the ordinary, any way you can!
