discover the MATERIALS

Explore the pages dedicated to each material and let yourself be taken on a journey from resource to finished product:

because knowing what you touch changes the way you feel it.

WERREGUE Palm

The fiber of the werregue palm, known scientifically as Astrocaryum standleyanum, is a valuable natural resource native to the coastal regions of Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador.

IRACA Palm

The fiber of the iraca palm, known scientifically as Carludovica palmata, is a valuable natural resource native to Central and South America, particularly widespread in Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama.

WOOL

Wool production in South America is a traditional activity rooted in the culture and history of Andean communities.

Straw Teapot

Tetera straw is a natural plant fiber native to the tropical regions of Colombia, particularly the humid and warm areas of the Caribbean and Pacific provinces.

Beads

The introduction of synthetic beads (chakiras) into the craft production of indigenous peoples, such as the Kamëntsá, Inga, or Embera, marked a significant change in the craft traditions of these communities.

Cotton

Cotton production in Latin America has deep roots going back to pre-Columbian times, when indigenous populations already cultivated this plant and used its fibers to weave clothes and other artifacts.

Silk

Silk, a symbol of elegance and sophistication in many cultures worldwide, has also found fertile ground in Colombia to take root and flourish.

Wood

Wood is one of the most important materials in Colombian craftsmanship, with a rich tradition spanning from the Amazonian regions to the Andean zones.

Ceramic

Ceramics is one of the oldest artistic and industrial manufacturing techniques in the world and has always represented the dialogue between man and earth, between hands and clay.

Leather

The artisanal leatherwork in Colombia is an ancient craft deeply rooted in the territory, with origins in the encounter between local indigenous traditions and influences brought by Spanish colonization.

Plant Pigment

Before the advent of factories and synthetic dyes, color was already everywhere: in roots, barks, leaves, and flowers.

Macrame

A handcrafted technique based on knotted cords, macramé creates unique handmade pieces, combining tradition, creativity, and design.