Rare yet familiar, traditional yet modern — these are the home pieces in Portoro's first home collection you need to have
A home is a place of comfort for the whole family. But Portoro wants us to have a home that does not only serve as a safe space for everyone but also a place we can call our own. The Manila-based design consultancy company believes in the value of listening to their clients before anything else. And by listening, they really mean downright learning about their clients' personalities and aesthetic preferences. This intimate approach helps Portoro determine a design that is spot on.
Recently, Portoro launched its first home collection — one that is unique and exclusively available in the Philippines. The curated items can elevate the spaces of your space with ease — whether it's residential, corporate, or institutional. The collection features a combination of exquisitely curated finds and original designs.
The secret behind the versatility of the collection? Passion, a discerning eye, and expert craftsmanship. The collection's motif was taken from Portoro's consultant's and designers' love for European and Asian motifs.
Nathalie Küpfer Henares, founder of Portoro, helped design three of the items featured in the collection: the champagne cocktail napkin set, the Peony table napkin set, and the Italian-inspired Festa lacquer tray. "I wanted to weave together the minimalist aesthetic of modern European, essentially Italian design with the expert workmanship of Asian artisans," Nathalie explained. Each item is hand-made by expert artisans across the globe. Nathalie discovered the pieces she wanted to include in her collection during her many travels or through her experiences dealing with artisans.
"For me, it isn’t only about the beauty of the objects, but also the story and emotions they convey. Whenever I buy an objet d’art, tableware, or even household linens, I always already know where I would put them in my home, how I would use them, and in what context" Nathalie expounds.
