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Local Pride - By Anna Zappia
Local everything is having a moment. Even
before the pandemic begged us to remain in our
homes and immediate communities, the concept
of " going local " was evident in every aspect of
life. From farm-to-table eateries to the blooming
maker movement, consumers have increasingly
been interested in meeting the person behind the
product and supporting their local community.
It's a direction that doesn't take away from
support of global artisans but rather enhances it,
as the same people who appreciate hand-crafted
design and look to support their communities
at home are likely to seek the same quality of
craftsmanship and support the communities
they visit when traveling as well. For the design
community, whether your project is in your own
hometown or a faraway locale, bringing in goods
from the surrounding area helps to define a
space and tell the story of where it exists.
First impressions:
A front desk area by
J. Banks Design Group
speaks to its location
via artwork, accessories,
and color palette.
(Image: J. Banks Design Group)
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The work of local artists can capture the spirit of a spot unlike any other
element, and that's a key driver as people look for something new in a sea
of mass production. " This notion of designing within context or a sense of
place has become important, as people are desperate for a unique identity, "
says Nancy Shepherd Bragg, partner and interior designer at Carvel & Helm,
a full-service interior design firm in Newfoundland, Canada.
Interiors today have to possess authenticity and a timeless appeal for
developers and visitors. " I want to tell the story behind what a look is and
how it came about, because I think things like this should evolve and point
back to the sense of place that's been there all along. To do that, you need
to go out into the community to find local artisans and use them to create
pieces that you wouldn't have found otherwise, " says Joni Vanderslice,
founder and president of J. Banks Design Group, an interior design firm
based in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
Sharing a tale is just as paramount for local manufacturers and craftspeople,
and it often leads to a sale. " Once people have a little taste of the world
of craft and handmade goods, they're really into the story, " explains Sofia
Zimmerman, co-founder of Ot/tra, a furniture company based in Brooklyn,
New York. " Seeing something get made is a really wonderful thing. When
you get that table, you know the story behind it, and that story then becomes
a part of your home. "
For Carvel & Helm,
designing within context
is as important to their
design clients as it is
for the guests who will
experience a space.
(Image: Chris Nicholas)
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