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Rhea Alexander

  • BIO
  • DESIGN STRATEGIES CONSULTING
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  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • ACADEMIA
  • DIGS DIRT BLOG ARCHIVE
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Aid to Artisans: Egyptian Occasional Furniture Collection

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Designed by: Rhea Alexander, Founder of DIGS

The goal was to offer retailers and wholesalers interested in importing from Egypt a cross-section or sense of the capacity and range these talented artisans have.

My inspiration was  the nexus between old and new. During this historical time of the Arab Spring, how can we take the traditional iconic patterns and wood turnings then fuse them with a contemporary forms and materials to imply the transition or change occurring around us. The carvings inspired by the henna tattoos of traditional Muslim Women, the inlay from mosaic patterns and the ancient Egyptian architectural proportions balanced with contemporary finishes, needs and dimensions.

Available this Spring  through Aid to Artisans

http://www.atawebstore.org/home.php

categories: Decorative Furniture, Designer Spotlight, DIGS, Home Decor, Press, Product Spotlight
Thursday 01.26.12
Posted by rhea
 

DIGS baskets featured in Country Living Magazine!

Check out the Article in Country Living Magazine and online, where they name the DIGS Hide Baskets a great home decoration. The baskets are perfect for every home decor and are durable for the kids room too. Come in various colors and can be bought only at Digs.com

Check out the awesome article here: www.CountryLivingMagazine.com

categories: DIGS, Press, Product Spotlight, Tabletop
Thursday 01.05.12
Posted by rhea
 

Digs Product Spotlight: Marrakech Beach Tote

alcantara photoMarrakech, Morocco: Designer Frederic Alcantara designed the Marrakech Beach Tote as a playful alternative to the pagne carried in St. Tropez.  Made from recycled tyvek advertising posters woven through palm leaves, this tote is this seasons stylish and sustainable must-have!  The short leather handles and ample interior fits your beach towel, blanket, picnic lunch, and magazines. Life's a beach with this bag!  Made exclusively for DIGS. Frederic, born in France, is a seasoned product developer who has designed and developed for many international brands and consulted for non-profits such as Aid to Artisans.  Working and residing in Morocco provides an unending stream of inspiration from its rich handicraft traditions

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DIGS in Essence!

Along with our Multicolor Felt Cuff, Essence Magazine has featured our Marrakech Beach Tote in their July issue!

Use code "essence0611" for 30% off this great bag!

categories: Press, Product Spotlight, Totes & Bags, Women's Apparel
Tuesday 05.24.11
Posted by Tracy
 

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