Curator of Calm | Interior Stylist | Slow Living Advocate
The Education of an Antique Restorer
There’s something about working with antiques that changes how you see a room. When you spend years restoring pieces that have survived generations, you learn to recognize real craftsmanship. You begin to understand why certain joints hold while others fail, and why some finishes age into a beautiful patina while others simply look “old.”
That education shaped my eyes and my hands. It taught me that a home shouldn’t be a collection of trends, it should be a collection of stories.
From Trinidad to Indonesia: The Maker’s Hand My journey started in interior design here in Trinidad, but I was quickly pulled toward the “Maker’s Hand.” That curiosity led me to open an antique store, which eventually evolved into a boutique furniture brand.
I found my craftsmen in Indonesia, artisans who still use the traditional joinery and carving techniques I’d seen in the European and Caribbean antiques I loved. For years, I designed and created bespoke pieces that balanced traditional high quality with a modern, airy aesthetic.
The Philosophy: Neuro-Aesthetics & Tropical Serenity Today, my work has evolved into a deeper exploration of how our spaces affect our souls. I call myself a Curator of Calm. I believe in Neuro-aesthetics, the science of how textures, light, and organic forms (like the curves of a handmade ceramic vase) can actually lower our cortisol and regulate our nervous systems.
Through this blog, I help you create a Tropical Serenity aesthetic. It’s a style that reflects how I live: soft whites that capture the island light, clear aqua accents that bring the calm of the Caribbean Sea indoors, and natural materials that connect us to the earth.
What You’ll Find Here I focus on three pillars to help you build your own sanctuary:
- Interiors That Breathe: Island living taught me that comfort and beauty aren’t separate. I prioritize natural light, airflow, and textures that feel as good as they look.
- Investment-Grade Curation: I use my years of examining construction to recommend pieces worth your investment. When I link to an Amazon Essential or a designer tool, it’s because I’ve vetted the materials and the “bones.”
- Slow Living Rituals: A beautiful home is just the foundation. I share the routines and small rituals—from a morning tea in the garden to the art of styling “Dopamine Decor”—that make life feel intentional rather than accidental.
Beyond the Four Walls I believe the “Indoor-Outdoor” connection is the ultimate luxury. Whether I’m harvesting fresh botanicals in my garden or styling a tablescape with handmade pottery, I am always searching for that perfect balance of nature and design.
If you’re ready to stop “decorating” and start creating a space that feels as good as it looks, you’re in the right place.
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There’s something about working with antiques that changes how you see furniture. You learn to recognize real craftsmanship, the kind that survives generations. You understand why certain joints hold and others fail, why some finishes age beautifully while others just look old.
That education shaped everything that came after.
From Antiques to Creating
I started in interior design here in Trinidad, but quickly became fascinated by the stories in older pieces. That curiosity led me to open an antique store, which eventually evolved into something I hadn’t quite planned: a boutique home design and furniture store where I began creating bespoke pieces.
I found my craftsmen in Indonesia, artisans who understood the same traditional techniques I’d seen in the antiques I’d been restoring. Finally, I could create the high quality, traditionally crafted pieces that would last for generations.
What I Bring Here
This blog grew from years of answering the same questions: Where do I find quality pieces? How do I know if something is worth the investment? How do I create a cohesive look without hiring a designer?
I focus on:
Interiors that breathe because island living taught me that comfort and beauty aren’t separate goals. Natural light, airflow, textures that feel good to touch, and spaces that invite you to slow down.
Pieces worth investing in because I’ve spent years examining construction, testing materials, and learning what lasts. When I recommend something, it’s with an understanding of what you’re actually paying for.
The Tropical Serenity aesthetic which reflects how I want to live. Soft whites that capture light, clear aqua accents that bring the calm of water indoors, and natural materials that connect us to place.
Beyond the Space
A beautiful home is just the foundation. What fills your days matters just as much as what fills your rooms. Here, I also share the routines, creative practices, and small rituals that make island living feel intentional rather than accidental.
If you’re ready to create spaces that feel as good as they look, you’re in the right place.
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