Diana Garcia, industrial designer / House

This multifunctional utility pot is a creation of Montreal industrial designer Diana Garcia.

Hand-cast in jesmonite (a synthetic resin composed of acrylic polymers and minerals) in bright colors reminiscent of Mediterranean terraces, use it in the kitchen to hold your condiments and spices or in your bedroom to store small personal items.

You can also make a nice set with the refillable candle and the Terrazzo coaster set from the same collection.

ADVANTAGE:

• Double sealed with food grade products

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Jesmonite and food grade sealant
PROVENANCE: Montreal
DIMENSIONS: 3 inch diameter
CARE: Hand wash with soap and warm water

Industrial designer Diana Garcia is inspired by the age-old Terrazzo technique for her collection of the same name. The jar of this decorative candle is first cast in jesmonite (a synthetic resin composed of acrylic polymers and minerals) with beautiful bright colors reminiscent of Mediterranean terraces.

The soy wax candle is also cast by hand in Montreal. It burns approximately 36 hours. Several fragrances are available. Contact us at the store to find out what fragrances are currently in stock - use the contact box below on this page

Once the candle is completely burned, reuse your jar as a pencil jar, planter or jewelry box! Make a beautiful decorative set with Terrazzo Coasters from the same collection

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Jesmonite and soy wax
PROVENANCE: Montreal
DIMENSIONS: Candle 266 ml. Pot 10 x 9 cm (3.8" X 3.4")

This small half-moon shaped vase is perfect for succulents. Inspired by Montreal's architecture, its look is reminiscent of the city's subway stations. The interior of the pot is waterproof, but its porosity is better suited to plants that require little watering.

Its retro yet modern look will attract attention wherever you place it. Dare to use this decorative item in your living room or bedroom.

Collage Crafting is a Montreal-based collection of utilitarian objects, such as planters, vases and clocks, and handmade jewelry. Each piece is produced in a limited number of copies, making it a unique and precious gift for yourself or for others.

The plant is not included.

BENEFITS & FEATURES:

• Has a drainage hole for the health of your plants.

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Hydrostone
PROVENANCE: Montreal, Quebec
DIMENSIONS: 15.25 x 9 x 7 cm (6 x 3.6 x 2.75 in.). Receptacle diameter: 7 cm (2.75 in.).

This set of 4 hexagonal coasters will easily blend into a minimalist, modern setting. They are a creation of industrial designer Diana Garcia, who was inspired by Brutalism, a style popular in the 20th century. Geometric lines and patterns decorate these coasters for a retro yet contemporary look.

Collage Studio is a collection of utilitarian objects and jewelry handcrafted in Montreal. Each piece is produced in small quantities, making it a unique and precious gift.

ADVANTAGES AND FEATURES:

• Can withstand low heat, like that of a cup of tea or coffee, obviously.
• Small silicone pads protect tables and surfaces from scratches.
• Easily washable with a damp cloth and warm water. Do not put in the dishwasher.

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Resin-coated Hydrostone
PROVENANCE: Montreal, Quebec
DIMENSIONS : 8 cm x 8 xm x 0,5 cm
WEIGHT : 500 g

Diana Garcia is a Montreal-based industrial designer behind the Collage line of jewelry and home accessories. Diana designs and handcrafts all of her creations from her studio in Montreal.

Here she offers you a set of 4 coasters inspired by the classic Mediterranean terrazzo.

The coasters of the Terrazzo collection are made of jesmonite, a synthetic resin composed of acrylic polymers and minerals. The material is then hand-sealed with food-grade beeswax.

They are lightweight and durable with beautiful, vibrant colors that will last through the seasons. Each coaster is cushioned on the back to optimize its grip on all surfaces.

BENEFITS AND FEATURES:

• Lightweight and colorful
• Food grade sealant
• Heat resistant
• Cushioned back for better adhesion
• Colored in the mass: will not fade

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Jesmonite
PROVENANCE: Handmade in Montreal, Quebec
DIMENSIONS: 9 x 9 x 0.7 cm (3.4" x 3.4" x 0.2")

This small Brut candleholder in cast concrete is entirely handmade in Quebec. The receptacle fits standard candles

Montreal industrial designer Diana Garcia draws inspiration from the icons of the city's brutalist architecture to design the pieces in her Brut collection

Create a beautiful decorative ensemble with the small flower vase and hexagonal coasters from the same collection

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Cast concrete
PROVENANCE: Montreal
DIMENSIONS: 8 x 8 x 4.5 cm (3.2 x 3.2 x 1.75 inches)

This small square vase is perfect for succulents. Inspired by Montreal's architecture, its look is reminiscent of the city's subway stations. The interior of the pot is water repellent, but its porosity is better suited to plants that require little watering.

Its retro yet modern look will attract attention wherever you place it. Dare to use this decorative item in your living room or bedroom.

Collage Crafting is a Montreal-based collection of utilitarian objects, such as planters, vases and clocks, and handmade jewelry. Each piece is produced in a limited number of copies, making it a unique and precious gift for yourself or for others.

The plant is not included.

BENEFITS AND FEATURES:

• Has a drainage hole for the health of your plants.

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Hydrostone
PROVENANCE: Montreal, Quebec
DIMENSIONS: 15.25 x 9 x 7 cm (6 x 3.6 x 2.75 in.). Receptacle diameter: 7 cm (2.75 in.).

This small flower vase, which can also be used as a pencil holder, is inspired by the architecture of Montreal. Its look is reminiscent of the raw concrete used in the metro stations and Habitat 67. Treated with a waterproof solution, you can use this vase for fresh flowers. Its retro yet modern look will attract attention wherever you place it.

Collage Crafting is a Montreal-based collection of utilitarian objects, such as planters, vases and clocks, and handmade jewelry. Each piece is produced in small batches, making it a unique and precious gift.

The flowers in the photo are not included with the vase.

BENEFITS AND FEATURES:

• Waterproof. Can hold water.
  

DETAILS:

MATERIALS: Hydrostone
PROVENANCE: Montreal, Quebec
DIMENSIONS: 10 x 13.3 x 6 cm (4 x 5.25 x 2.4 in.). Receptacle diameter: 5 cm (2 in.).