 Home Décor: As true artisanship falls by the wayside, the combined efforts of Charles Shackleton and Miranda Thomas restore traditional furniture craftsmanship to its former glory to provide stylish and luxurious home furnishings that are made to last.
Based in Vermont, ShackletonThomas uses authentic processes to create works of art out of everyday furnishings. Hand crafting each item ensures that it is made with an emphasis on quality, rather than quantity.
Miranda Thomas' pottery studio and Charles Shackleton's furniture both have a unique European aesthetic that revolves mainly around pottery and furniture but often incorporates other artisanship and items as well. Not only does the company pay attention to the detail of the design, they are also environmentally and socially responsible and use the highest quality materials to ensure that their fine things will last more than a lifetime, a sustainable effort often lacking in the modern day.
ShackletonThomas employs an elite group that has been trained by master craftspeople and take pride in their work that can be seen in each item.
All ShackletonThomas' manufacturing is done in an old mill in Vermont. Due to the hands-on process of the work and the lack of lots of large machinery, their products are produced with minimal energy use. Both furniture and pottery is crafted out of organic and non-toxic materials and sourced from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forests and other raw materials. The company strives to recycle waste whenever possible, including using sawdust from the workshop as bedding for local cattle. The small company also takes social responsibility seriously, and takes pride in being active in the surrounding community and the wider art community around the world.
In addition, ShackletonThomas sometimes works with architects and designers to customize their aesthetic with client desires and also collaborates on larger projects, including luxury hotels, restaurants and charity events.
All the care that ShackletonThomas takes with the creation of its luxury goods shows up in each unique and lovingly crafted item, from its armoires based on European aesthetics, to accessories like a bellows.
Just as the furniture and accessories are uniquely crafted and filled with detail, so is the pottery. Using materials that are non-toxic for both maker and user, the ShackletonThomas pottery collections include a personalization option to commemorate a person or moment in time with specially dedicated plates, cups and bowls.
If you know a fan of the artistry, or want to make an introduction, the collection of gift options are elegant and wide ranging enough to be appropriate for any occasion, whether it's a vase for Mother's Day or a mug or bench for a business associate.
For those that appreciate luxury and the careful detail that goes into hand craftsmanship, a piece of ShackletonThomas is a great addition to the home that will last for generations.
For LxM Carly Zindermann |
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