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wicker, iron, leather, glass, stone … the list goes only as far as your imagination and decorating aesthetic. You can choose to furnish in sets or bring together signature pieces that create an eclectic funky mix. In other words, you can get creative when the pieces are made to order. Modern, contemporary, rustic, colonial or coastal there are craftsman who can create a look that represents your individual style and taste. Once you’ve decided on materials and have a basic sketch and design, the
there are typically a plethora of shops, boutiques and galleries that showcase their custom built furnishings. Most work directly with private clients or their decorators to create unique heirloom pieces or furnish an entire home. You will find that styles and cost vary, depending on the artist’s recognition (both nationally and in some cases abroad), experience, materials, etc. It’s best to shop around extensively before deciding on with whom to work with. Also, whoever it is should share a similar vision
next step is to find a skilled artisan that can or work in a similar style to what you are looking for. Otherwise, it can be difficult if craft your ideas into reality. the craftsman has other ideas or styles in When it comes to finding talented artisans mind. and quality crafted furnishings, several If you are looking for custom but built closer regions of Mexico stand out among to home, Zihuatanejo and its surroundings the crowd. Among them, Guanajuato, are home to a wealth of small independent Guadalajara and Michoacán, all of which are easily accessed by car or bus and can craftsman, whose humble workshops may not rival those of San Miguel or be visited on either day or weekend trips. Each region offers a slightly different style Tlaquepaque; however you can certainly find several diamonds in the rough if you of handcrafted artistry and materials to know where to look. Above all, you must choose from. In larger towns and cities
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