Currently Coveting: Artisanal Plaster & Paints
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Currently Coveting: Artisanal Plaster & Paints
As we reimagine homes, transforming them with a touch of luxury and dynamic atmospheres, one of our most valuable resources is brands who turn ordinary parts of design into pure art. Lights that double as sculptural art to paint and finishes with an artisanal twist elevate and add style, creating spaces that start conversations. Currently, we are coveting the ingenuity and craft of artisanal plaster and paints created by studios who understand the love of tactile experiences where we live and work.
The Versatility of Plaster
The future is here with the versatility, durability, and exquisite, natural expressions of plaster. Not only is plaster (and all the innovations that come with the artisanal crafters now inspiring the market) sustainable and aesthetically beautiful, it can even be a healthier choice. Without chemicals and with an organic, breathable composition, plaster can contribute to regulating indoor humidity levels and is an eco-friendly addition to any home.
Plaster has been used on the interior and exterior of homes since the existence of ancient civilizations and is making a refreshing comeback in the design sphere. Timeless and expressive, plaster has been given new life and we’re here for its moment.
PC: Ressource Paints
Artisanal Plaster
This mixture of sand and lime revitalizes your walls with texture and organic color mottling through an intentional application process that infuses the room with a sense of unmatched craftsmanship.
PC: Kamp Studios
FauxCoos. Specializing in plaster and faux finish techniques, FauxCoos boldly builds layers into your space with Venetian and Kolcaustico plaster, decorative concrete, limewash, gold and silver leafing, more.
Kamp Studios. With 35 years of experience in the field, Kamp Studios creates visually engaging spaces with fluted, matte, textured, polished, raked, and specialty plastering techniques. Their bespoke approach turns the surface of a wall into an architectural element.
Artisanal Paint
When plaster is not in the cards, an artisanal paint achieves a similar look and feel in a slightly more affordable way—without losing an ounce of style and texture.
Ressource Paint. Working with both Roman plaster as well as textured lime paints, Ressource Paint has distilled their nearly 80 years of experience into exquisitely crafted finishes. Achieving both organic and styled looks.
Portola Paint. Another delightful studio that works with Roman plaster and lime paint, Portola Paint tells stories through their hand-crafted paint blends. Honoring tradition and ancient practices, Portala’s color options for their paints, lime washes, and plasters have depth and nuance that is on full display wherever they are used.
New York Home Design with an Artisanal Touch
New York homes hold a lot of history, but it’s our mission to define the purpose of a space, showcase its distinctive character, and create environments that are emotionally engaging and visually striking. This ultimately requires an artisanal touch through curating pieces and finishes that imbue the whole space with a harmonious authenticity. Bespoke plasters and paints and the brands that create them have earned our adoration for their dedication to craft and devotion to design brilliance.
Top Photo Credits:
Interior Designer: Elaine Santos
Architects: @barliswedlick
Contractor: @cornerstone__contracting
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