Obakki Journal - Ideas To Live An Intentional Life

Notes from the Field: Chiapas, Mexico

Notes from the Field: Chiapas, Mexico

The southernmost state of Chiapas was calling – rich with textiles and pottery and indigenous craftwork true to the ancestors. The further from maj...

DESIGNER INTERVIEW SERIES: Suzanne Dimma

A great design sense can be developed and nurtured. It isn’t something you’re necessarily born with. Many talented architects and designers, includ...

Cork: From Champagne to Chic

From the birth of champagne – French Benedictine monk Pierre Dom Perignon was the first to realize this humble bark could be used to seal the bottl...

DESIGNER INTERVIEW SERIES: Craig Stanghetta of Ste. Marie

Well technically food, family and restaurants came first. Growing up with Italian friends and family, food became synonymous with those moments. My...

Weaving A Tale of Two Cultures

When you look at your basket, think of the thousands of years of knowledge, of trial and error, and of family connections that have been woven int...

The Philosophy of Ikigai

It’s a harsh reality – most of us need to earn a living. And sometimes, it doesn’t align with our passion – or our mission. At least not immediatel...

DESIGNER INTERVIEW SERIES: Studio Roslyn

As a studio we are curious and rigorous - very research and concept based at the start of any project. We really take time getting to know our clie...

The Case for Zero Waste

Zero Waste. It’s a term that is much bandied about, but what exactly does it mean? As defined by the Zero Waste International Alliance: “The conser...

7 Tips for Sustainable Gift Giving this Holiday Season

As the holiday season approaches we want to inspire sustainable gift-giving. Instead of manic gift purchasing, you’ve still got time to make sure t...

Obakki Gift Guide: Gifts That Give Back

Gifting with intention is on everyone’s mind these days and Obakki has been leading the way for over a decade. Our Holiday Gift Guide makes it easy...

DESIGNER INTERVIEW SERIES: BRIAN MCCOURT

Brian McCourt is an HGTV star and the founder of Toronto-based Brian McCourt Design Build. We spoke with Brian about his thoughts on sustainability...

DESIGNER INTERVIEW SERIES: FALKEN REYNOLDS

Falken Reynolds Interiors is a leading Vancouver Design firm and is the creation of Chad Falkenberg and Kelly Reynolds. These two magnanimous desig...

AT THE TABLE WITH TREANA: SETTING THE EUROPEAN TABLE

It’s al fresco dining season again and we’re back with Treana’s signature style for summer – a blend of food, drink, and tableware to make your out...