Journal

Notes from the workshop

Projects, materials and what we learn building interiors for the tropics.

Kitchen,Bathroom, Closet & Laundry room Setup

August 18, 2025

Kitchens that survive the tropics

Humidity, salt air and heat are hard on a kitchen. Here is how we choose materials and joinery that still look right after ten Surinamese summers.

July 2, 2025

Why we build in the workshop, not on site

Custom cabinetry made in a controlled workshop fits better, lasts longer and disrupts your home for days instead of weeks. A look at how the process actually runs.

May 20, 2025

Choosing a worktop for a warm climate

Sintered stone, quartz or natural stone? In the tropics the honest answer depends on heat, staining and how much upkeep you want to sign up for.

April 8, 2025

A walk-in closet that breathes

Storage is easy. Storage that keeps clothes fresh in a humid climate takes ventilation, the right materials and a little planning most closets skip.

February 24, 2025

Inside The Obsidian Residence

Kitchen, bathroom, closet and laundry as one continuous language. A look behind a project that ran across four rooms and stayed of a piece.

Let's Create Something Beautiful

Whether you are dreaming of a new kitchen, redesigning your home or creating a refined interior, we would love to hear about your project.

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