Have you ever noticed how an old wooden table becomes more beautiful the more marks it has on it? This process is called “patina” – the layer of time that forms on natural materials. At Haus No. 7, we believe that an object shouldn’t stay “new-from-the-box” forever. Life happens to it, and these marks are part of its story. When you choose quality, rough materials, aging isn’t wear and tear – it’s an addition of beauty and character that makes the object unique.
Karen Shadrin The Beauty of Time: Why We Love Objects That Age Gracefully
