Portuguese-based design brand preserving heritage craft by creating timeless, collectible objects, lighting, and furniture.
ORIGIN
Portugal
PRICE TIER
luxury
SPECIALIZATION
UNISEX
Founded in 2019 by Singaporean designer Gabriel Tan and his wife Cherie Er, Origin Made is a design brand born from a fascination with the artisanal traditions of northern Portugal. The brand's philosophy centers on preserving vanishing craft cultures by merging contemporary design with masterful, generational techniques. This approach results in a collection of collectible objects, lighting, and furniture that emphasize authenticity and the human touch. By collaborating directly with small, family-run workshops and solo artisans, Origin Made gives a platform to traditional methods and local raw materials, transforming them into unique expressions of art and design.
$1,647.00$2,745.00
$1,916.00$2,395.00
$3,746.25$4,995.00
$1,647.00$2,745.00
$1,916.00$2,395.00
$3,746.25$4,995.00
An in-depth interview with founder Gabriel Tan detailing his relocation from Singapore to Porto and the establishment of Origin Made. The piece explores his vision for preserving craft cultures through contemporary design and the brand's collaborative philosophy.
A profile of Gabriel Tan that discusses his life in Portugal and the creative freedom found in Porto. It contextualizes Origin Made alongside his high-profile collaborations with brands like Herman Miller and B&B Italia.
A foundational interview covering the launch of Origin Made, where Tan explains the brand's mission to revive dying craft heritage. He discusses the importance of honest storytelling and the intersection of industrial design with traditional craftsmanship.