IT'S A FACETED LIFE

Ubiquitous in our natural environment, geometric patterns are really having a moment in design right now.  It seems everywhere we turn, we run into something geometric. What's more, faceted objects are reigning in home décor; from planters and terrariums to faceted vases and light fixtures.  We find these angular beauties in furniture design as well as textiles for the bed, tabletop and wall applications.  

One of the first things we learn as children are basic geometric shapes, and they stay with us throughout our lives.  Maybe it's that sense of familiarity that makes geometric shapes such a popular pattern in home décor.  Geometrics are a way of lending formality to a space; making it striking but without taking over.

Geometric patterns are not just a contemporary trend either; it is one that has endured throughout history.  The ancient Greeks and Moroccans both used bold geometric patterns as part of their architectural and interior design. Throughout the 1900's, angular structures and patterns were presented in different forms as the design styles adapted and changed.

Geometric shapes and patterns provide a stunning backdrop for a variety of décor settings and they remain popular because they mimic items found in nature.  Nature is a constant inspiration in all design.

Froissé Mirror designed by Paris based Hungarian artist Mathias Kiss found on Yellowtrace

Faceted Console Table from Boca do Lobo

Origami Coffee Table found on West Elm

Via San Vito Kaleidoscope Linen Pillow in Noir, Cerise, and Metallic Gold 

Delsey Luggage

Knowledge in the Brain Bookends by Karim Rashid found on All Modern

Pink Tourmaline Ring by Daphne Krinos

Geo Salt & Pepper Shakers found on West Elm

Geometric fashion wearable art white dress with faceted 3D structure using connecting triangle shapes

 Scalen Wall Surface in Cinza from Brazilian tile manufacturer Castelatto

Stool found on Made Goods

Lamps from Boco do Lobo

Geo Pendant found on Urban Outfitters

Danielle Faceted Clutch

Faceted Glass Vases found on West Elm

Aranguren & Gallegos Architects -  Madrid, Spain

Himmeli Light Cage Table Lamp found on Etsy

Monolith Lounge Side Table from Desinere

Oric Chair inspired by Polyhedron Origami design by Yuji Fujimura

Geometric Globe Planter

Myer Bourke Street Redevelopment in Melbourne, Australia by NH Architecture

xo,

Emi

MY STORY

I have two passions: interior design and writing.

I started blogging a few years ago in hopes of satisfying my craving to write and at the same time to stay in touch with my passion for interior design.  After a couple of months I found myself a little bored, in a sense that I wasn't really exploring my creative side as much as I had hoped to, therefore deeming that blogging just wasn't enough for me.  I knew then and there that I had to be creating something; something tangible, something real, something people can actually pick up, feel and admire.

At the time, being close to the holidays, I had been making plans for my Xmas dinner menu and table decor and immediately went on a hunt for unique napkins and tablecloths that would allow me to mix and match patterns to dress up my table.  I wanted good quality linen in modern, sophisticated prints.  I set out to find such beautiful things.  Much to my dismay, I couldn't find what I was looking for in home decor boutiques and kitchen accessories stores and so I went on an internet rampage to find them.

I was disillusioned by the glorification the internet had provided for objects that had no bearing on my interests.  I knew exactly what I was looking for... I just couldn't find it.  I then had an epiphany... I immediately knew there was a void in the market for such things, and TaaaDaaa... the light bulb went on!  "Hey, if I can't find them out there, why don't I make them?"  I, tout de suite knew what I was going to create.  It was a "now or never" situation and I knew I had to seize it.

And so, many months later... here I am.  My online store and brand name "VIA SAN VITO", named after the street where I was born in Italy.  I hope you join me in my new venture where I will do my best to provide you with beautiful textiles and accessories for your home, and if nothing else, inspire you to make your home the haven you dream of.

Via San Vito Napkin Collection

Via San Vito Pillow Collection

Via San Vito Napkin and Table Runner Collection