Journal

Thoughtful Living

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ON BEING PRESENT

Our life is deeply impacted by the quality of the connections we form with others. Meaningful enduring bonds are the cornerstone of thriving for most humans. In current culture, among the most common obstacles to being able to fully connect to other people are the difficult challenges of distraction and self-focus.

HOW MASS PRODUCTION CAN UNDERMINE OUR UNIQUE VISUAL VOICE

HOW MASS PRODUCTION CAN UNDERMINE OUR UNIQUE VISUAL VOICE

In a world that is so saturated with both things and ideas, bringing our own unique perspective to the table can often seem like one of the few remaining ways to add value. Our homes are no different. Creating a home guided by our unique perspective is what is most likely to inspire not only others but also continue to inspire us. Global trends and mass production can often serve to undermine the very differences that make each one of our voices unique. Cherishing these differences, on the other hand, seems to carry benefits for us all. We discuss some of the issues of global mass production and ways we can avoid that feeling of sameness that can result from it.

Introduction

The Ellei Home Journal is where you can discover the thoughts and inspiration that drive all that we do – from our product selection to our philosophy on design to a more thoughtful approach to life.