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Crafted with Care: Navigating the World of Mass-Produced vs. Handcrafted Furniture - Martelo and Mo

Crafted with Care: Navigating the World of Mass-Produced vs. Handcrafted Furniture

Choosing between mass-produced and handcrafted furniture is a deeply personal decision. Each option has its strengths and considerations. In this blog, we'll delve into the world of mass-produced and handcrafted furniture, exploring its qualities, manufacturing processes, the living wage of the makers, and socio-economic and environmental impacts.
How to Commission a Bespoke Furniture Design? - Martelo and Mo

How to Commission a Bespoke Furniture Design?

When designing our perfect space, there are many decisions and choices we need to consider. For many, it's an opportunity to express our unique personalities and styles; for others, it can be a more daunting experience. 

The furniture we surround ourselves with in our homes is the heart and soul that plays a significant role in our everyday lives. 

From Concept to Creation - Behind the Making of Luis Ottoman Blanket Box - Martelo and Mo

From Concept to Creation - Behind the Making of Luis Ottoman Blanket Box

Making an ottoman wooden box requires a combination of creativity, woodworking skills, and attention to detail. In this post, we will take you through the step-by-step process of creating our Luis Blanket Box.
Tips and Tricks for Styling Your Bedside Cabinet - Martelo and Mo

Tips and Tricks for Styling Your Bedside Cabinet

A bedside cabinet is an essential piece of furniture in any bedroom. It provides valuable storage space for your bedtime essentials and can also serve as a decorative feature in your bedroom. 

In this blog post, we will share some helpful tips on how to style a bedside cabinet to enhance your bedroom's overall look and feel.

Choosing the perfect fit - what is the right size for your new dining table? - Martelo and Mo

Choosing the perfect fit - what is the right size for your new dining table?

While the kitchen is the heart of the home, the dining tables are the place of fun social gatherings, where conversations can last for hours over a hearty meal and endless wine. It's a place where you can be with your family after a long day; and where memories are made and cherished. 

Dining tables are the focal points of the rooms, and when choosing the perfect size, there are a few things to consider. Factors such as size and proportions, design style, function and someone's needs all play a role in determining the ideal dimensions for your dream table.

What is better - dining benches versus dining chairs or a combination of both? - Martelo and Mo

What is better - dining benches versus dining chairs or a combination of both?

When furnishing a dining room, we face several dilemmas. One of the biggest decisions is whether to go with dining benches versus chairs.

Both have their benefits, but which option is better? In this post, we'll look closer at the pros and cons of dining benches and chairs, considering factors such as space, design, style, functionality, and cost.

Read on and find out which option can work better with your home decor and needs.

Is hardwood furniture worth the investment? - Martelo and Mo

Is hardwood furniture worth the investment?

Hardwood furniture has always been popular among homeowners and interior designers for its durability, beauty, and timeless appeal. 

However, the high price tag of hardwood furniture often raises eyebrows and questions from those looking to furnish their home on a budget. 

In this blog, we will discuss why hardwood furniture is pricey and if it's worth the investment.

Meet the Interior Designer - House by Kate - Martelo and Mo

Meet the Interior Designer - House by Kate

 

Which material is best for your dining table? - Martelo and Mo

Which material is best for your dining table?

Our clients come to us and often ask, "what dining table is best to buy?"

This is an excellent question, and we certainly need to know the answer. The choice you make before buying your new dining table is the choice you will have to live with for a very long time. ⁠In our blog, we attempt to clearly outline the most popular types of dining tables and their pros and cons. By the end, you will be able to identify the best fit for you.⁠ 

The Interior Design Yearbook 2023 - Martelo and Mo

The Interior Design Yearbook 2023

Our recent work, which includes the Lagoa Dining Table and bespoke Pippy Oak Desk made in collaboration with Bergman and Mar for Penthouse Residence in Fitzrovia, was featured in The Interior Design Yearbook 2023. 
The 5 top trends in Furniture and Interior Design in 2023 - Martelo and Mo

The 5 top trends in Furniture and Interior Design in 2023

Are you looking to re-design your home this year? Would you like to know the top trends influencing interior design in 2023? This month we share with you our 5 top trends in Furniture and Interior Design.

We believe that the main drivers influencing this year's design trends will be Individualism, Confidence and Personality, which means we will see a wide range of beautiful and unique interiors. 

Living room and kitchen integrated by geometric painting - Martelo and Mo

Living room and kitchen integrated by geometric painting

The project by architect Ricardo Abreu bet on shades of green for walls and ceilings, the couple's favourite colour.

The living room and kitchen of this townhouse in Itaim Bibi, in the West zone of São Paulo, were integrated with geometric painting for a newly arrived couple from London who loves the colour green and wanted to add personality to their space.