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What Makes Something Feel Personal?

Studio Note 03 – June 2026. Exploring why some objects become meaningful companions whilst others remain interchangeable. We use the word personal all the time, but we rarely stop to ask what actually makes something feel personal. The answer is simple: personal things carry meaning.  This note looks at why some possessions become impossible to replace, how meaning forms after the fact, and why this matters in a world of… Read More »What Makes Something Feel Personal?

Why Are We Craving Originality Again?

Studio Notes 01 Studio Note 01 – June 2026. Exploring  why originality, personalisation, and intentional creation matter more than ever. People are tired of output that feels generic, whether it comes from algorithms or mass production. The rise in decorating Kindles, journaling, and personalising everyday objects points to a deeper pushback against sameness. This note explores why originality matters now, and why it’s really about recognition, not performance. Why are… Read More »Why Are We Craving Originality Again?