by Odile Smith | Jan 24, 2025 | The Magazine
The Great Sofa Adventure: Finding Comfort with a Conscience It started on a dreary Saturday morning. Rain tapped against the windows, and the kettle had just finished boiling. I had my tea in hand, my favorite wool blanket around my shoulders, and a sudden,...
by Odile Smith | Nov 21, 2024 | The Magazine
Imagine walking into a room that feels alive—not because it’s filled with people, but because every detail seems to tell a story. Your hand brushes across a table made from centuries-old ancient wood, its surface rich with imperfections that whisper of another time....
by Odile Smith | Nov 8, 2024 | The Magazine
1. My Journey with Marble: A Love Story There’s something about marble that has always drawn me in. It’s a pull that I feel on such a sensory level that I’ve often tried to put words to it but never quite succeed. Marble, to me, is like touching a piece of the earth’s...
by Odile Smith | Aug 20, 2024 | The Magazine
Why bother with spending so much time on a chair when, basically, they all serve one basic function? And yet now we want more, sustainable design requires that we look into more aspects than just aesthetics and of the thousands that are created each year how many are...
by Odile Smith | Jul 10, 2024 | The Magazine
Coffee is more than just a beverage; it’s a global phenomenon with deep cultural roots and a fascinating lifecycle. From the humble beginnings of a coffee plant to the final sip from your cup, coffee undergoes a complex journey that involves cultivation,...
by Odile Smith | Mar 22, 2024 | The Magazine
As the vibrant hues of spring begin to unfurl, there’s an undeniable sense of renewal in the air—a longing for freshness and rejuvenation after the slumber of winter. Ah! I love the daffodils! What better way to welcome the arrival of spring than by...
