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Designed by New York City studio L'Aviva Home, this new collection of Saddle Lamps
was created in collaboration with highly skilled artisans in Colombia.
Craftsmanship at its Best
W O R D S : K A R I N E M O N I É | I M A G E S : C O U R T E S Y O F L' A V I V A H O M E
HERE IS NO new creation without a tradition that
nurtures it, nor a tradition that can survive without a
creation that renews it." These words by Mexican
author Carlos Fuentes perfectly capture the philos-
ophy of New York City-based lighting and product
design studio L'Aviva Home — founded and led by
Laura Aviva — which is visually translated through every creation.
Recently launched, the new Saddle Lamps are no exception. They
are part of a collection called Talabartero, Spanish for "master
saddler." Initially launched with ottomans and pillows and inspired
by the equestrian heritage of Colombia's coffee growing region,
this series draws upon the area's expert craftsmanship and fine
detailing — stitching, braiding, embroidery and hand tooling —
that characterize the best of vintage saddles from the area.
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Laura Aviva (left), creative director and founder of L'Aviva Home, and Allyson Threatt-Peters
(right), design director and partner of L'Aviva Home. Photo: Portrait by Laura Huertas
